concrete repairs

5 Problems Associated with tank liners in leaking concrete tanks

5 Problems Associated with tank liners in leaking concrete tanks Tank liners are a popular solution for repairing leaking concrete tanks. However, there are some potential problems associated with tank liners in leaking concrete tanks, including: The liner can tear or puncture. This is especially likely if the tank is subjected to physical damage, such as from tree roots or heavy machinery. Even flexing of the tank, as water fills and empties, may cause damage to the tank liner The […]

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Products to Stop Water Leaks in Concrete Walls

Products to Stop Water Leaks in Concrete Walls

Products to Stop Water Leaks in Concrete Walls When you find a water leak in your concrete wall. Carry out this type of repair as quickly as possible. Moisture leaking into basements or other water concrete retaining structures does cause extensive damage. Not only can water threaten the integrity of the wall & foundations but also the environment where mould spores can grow in the porous concrete surface. The presence of mould can break down the concrete. The products to […]

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Maxroad for Damaged or Spalled Concrete Pavement Repairs

Maxroad for Damaged or Spalled Concrete Pavement Repairs

Damaged or Spalled Concrete Pavement Repairs Prepare areas of damaged or spalled concrete pavement for repairs to the concrete pavement. Complete preparation and apply Drizoro Maxrest Passive Drizoro Maxrest® Passive is a one-component liquid product, which is ready to use and contains an oxide converter. The Maxrest Passive provides corrosion protection of the reo / re-enforcing bars and any other steel and iron surfaces against corrosion. Once applied Drizoro Maxrest Passive neutralizes the corrosion process. Reacting quickly with the rust and […]

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How to Seal Leaking Block Walls in Your Basement

How to Seal Leaking Block Walls in Your Basement

How to Seal Leaking Block Walls in Your Basement So How to Seal Leaking Block Walls in Your Basement. Basement waterproofing has been around since basements have been constructed below ground level and sometimes even below the water table. The basement waterproofing design features are critical as basements are often subject to groundwater (hydrostatic) pressure. Buildings exposed to just to climatic rainfall. The walls of the substructure experience varying levels of hydrostatic pressure. When there is a failure in the […]

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Things to Consider When Your Home Needs Major Repairs

Things to Consider When Your Home Needs Major Repairs

Things to Consider When Your Home Needs Major Repairs There is rarely an older home that’s not in need of repair. Things fall apart eventually, and maintenance is needed to keep the house in prime condition. The longer you wait to repair the damage, the worse it gets. Take action when the problem is first diagnosed rather than waiting until it’s beyond repair or too expensive to fix.  Foundation Damage The foundation keeps your house upright and gives you shelter […]

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So What is Concrete Cancer in Buildings?

So What is Concrete Cancer in Buildings?

What is concrete cancer? So what is concrete cancer? Freshly poured concrete is a mix is of a highly alkaline nature. The alkalinity helps prevents and protects the rebar steel from corrosion. This is what is concrete cancer. Concrete cancer, over time, develops since the highly alkaline nature of concrete is reduced through water ingress through 2 main processes. carbonation is due to the presence of carbon dioxide in water forming a weak acid which reduces the alkalinity of the […]

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Duplex Corrosion Coating System

Duplex Corrosion Coating System

Duplex Corrosion Coating System: How it Works. How it’s Applied. Shivananda Prabhu | August 30, 2018 For a severely corrosive environment, the duplex corrosion coating system ensures an extended productive life for iron and steel assets, along with an extended maintenance cycle. Two corrosion protection methods are better than one. That’s the theory behind duplex protective coating systems, which combine the proven protection of galvanization with the benefits of an additional corrosion protection system, such as polymeric powder coating. Using two coatings, one above the other, can […]

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DRIZORO PRODUCTS BREATHES NEW LIFE INTO HERITAGE SILOS

DRIZORO PRODUCTS BREATHES NEW LIFE INTO HERITAGE SILOS

DRIZORO PRODUCTS BREATHE NEW LIFE INTO HERITAGE SILOS Concrete Silo Repairs Due to extensive concrete cancer, concrete silo repairs were necessary. The Developers specified Drizoro Maxrest and Maxseal products to restore a series of heritage-listed silos. These silos redevelopment design and refurbishment were in the inner-city suburb of Newtown. Several heritage-listed silos in Sydney’s fashionable inner-city Newtown area have been transformed into 63 stylish apartments. The grain silos were originally constructed in 1896. Heritage-listed and could not be demolished. Instead, […]

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Concrete Flooring Excessive Moisture Damage

Concrete Flooring Excessive Moisture Damage

Concrete Flooring Excessive Moisture Issues Concrete flooring excessive moisture can lead to early failure of the concrete slab and any surface coating adhered to it. Prevent excessive moisture in concrete slab flooring by use of with proper design. Use products like  use Fred Goodwin May 3, 2018 Source: Arve Bettum / Dreamstime.com Takeaway: Excessive moisture in a concrete slab can lead to premature failure of floor coverings. Learn about the effect of moisture on concrete and other aspects of good concrete […]

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How to Repair Concrete Cracks

How to Repair Concrete Cracks

How to Repair Concrete Cracks How to repair concrete cracks which form for many reasons, on this page I just wanted to let you now some of the basics on how to repair concrete cracks in concrete and masonry so you can do it yourself. These cracks may not necessarily just occur on floors but this technique can also be used for wall, or suspended slabs 1. Prepare Cracks The first thing you need to do is to remove all […]

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