Concrete cancer is when the reinforcement within concrete begins to expand through rust causing spalling, cracks, chips and leading to major structural deficiencies. The rust works away under the surface of the concrete and so a small tell-tale area on the surface may belie a far greater issue underneath.
Left untreated the concrete cancer will grow at about 5 times per year and so the earlier this is addressed the better.
Within a relatively short period of time your building may become dangerous and ultimately condemned.
It is vital that if you see rust spots, chips or cracks that you contact a qualified and licensed concrete repair specialist as soon as possible.
Call 0423 53 99 66 to arrange an obligation-free on-site meeting.
Epoxy Injection is an effective, inexpensive and quick solution to repairing cracked reinforced concrete as long as the crack isn't moving and as long as the steel reinforcement hasn't been exposed too long to the elements. Repairing with Expoxy Injection is a viable solution as long the cause of the crack is known.
Please don't delay in contacting us if an accidental crack has been made in your concrete so we can provide an appraisal and estimate. Call us on 0423 53 99 66.
Living in a coastal area brings many lifestyle advantages but one of the hidden issues is the high likelihood of the salt and chlorides from the ocean eventually making its way into the concrete reinforcement of your building.
Rather than waiting for the tell-tale signs of concrete cancer there are a number of treatments and preventative measures that can be undertaken.
Waterproofing the surface is a process of using specialised finishes to help keep the corrosive elements away from your concrete.
Another preventative treatment can be the use of anodes employing electrolysis to counter-act the rust process.
Swimming pools are particularly susceptible to the ravages of salt and chlorine because they are in constant and concentrated contact with these elements. Even a hairline crack or damage to the protective lining of your pool can lead to rampant concrete cancer.
If you notice any rust spots, cracks or chips, don't delay in contacting us so we can provide an appraisal and estimate. Call us on 0423 53 99 66.
Removing floor tiles and the adhesive residue can be a time-consuming and expensive exercise. At SunCoast Concrete Repair we have the commercial-grade specialised equipment to get the job done quickly and cost effectively.
Please call us so we can provide an appraisal and estimate. Call today on 0423 53 99 66.
Please contact us if you have any concerns about your building. We can make a thorough appraisal of any potential issues and provide you with a detailed proposal on treatment and/or repair.
We endeavour to explain thoroughly and jargon-free what the issues are, what the impact is likely to be if left untreated (or treated incorrectly), and what the options are for treatment and repair.
Cutting or demolishing concrete using high-pressure water blasting can be done with a much higher degree of precision than with a jackhammer, and with a lower environmental noise impact. The process causes minimal damage to the structure of existing concrete and can leave steel reinforcement exposed for further treatment.
Hydro demolition can be employed to demolish a full depth section of concrete or can be used to remove a precise amount of the surface, for example to expose steel reinforcement.
Call us on 0423 53 99 66 for more information on hydro high pressure concrete cutting.
The equipment we use for Hydro Demolition of concrete can also be used for industrial cleaning such as removal of paint, stains, scale, graffiti, grease and oil as well as corrosion, rust and chemicals. It can also be used to clean down concrete trucks and hoses used to pour concrete.
This is ideal for concrete structures such as bridges, buildings, water tanks and tunnels but can also be employed to clean metallic surfaces such as ship hulls.
For more information on how we can assist with your task-specific industrial cleaning requirements please call on 0423 53 99 66.