Spalled Concrete

 

Concrete is touted as one of the most durable materials used in construction projects today. However, even concrete has vulnerabilities and over time, and this substance can experience damage and deterioration that requires repair.

 

It's important to know when to hire a concrete contractor for repairs and refurbishing to make your concrete surfaces look like new once again.

 

 

Ask any concrete contractor, and they'll tell you concrete is a mixture of sand, cement, rock(aggregate) and water. The ingredients are mixed to form a slurry that is poured into the desired shape and allowed to cure.

 

The result is a very hard surface that can bear up under enormous weight, which is why concrete is the popular choice for roads, parking lots and bridges al

ong with patios, driveways and pools.

 

 

Concrete does have its share of both internal and external enemies that can cause the concrete to deteriorate over time and may require concrete repair services. Some common culprits include:

 

Concrete tends to shrink as it goes through the curing process, which can lead to cracks in the surface of the concrete. When moisture gets into these cracks and freezes during the winter months, it can cause even larger cracks before it thaws, resulting in the need for concrete crack repair services.

 

 

Concrete is a hard substance, not a flexible one. If the ground underneath the concrete swells or moves, it can cause destabilization of the concrete slab. The concrete can crack, which leaves it vulnerable to additional damage from moisture or freezing temperatures.

 

 

Because concrete is a porous material, it often acts as a giant sponge, absorbing substances from the environment that cause damage to the material from the inside out, including salt, chemcals and water.

 

When you find yourself with a damaged and spalled concrete surface, You might want to consider using a coating or resurfacing system to fix the concrete and prevent future issues.  By sealing the concrete with some sort of coating or topping you can avoid absorbtion and the subsequent problems that will eventiually arise.