We have all heard the old adage “if these walls could talk!” Well, when it comes to concrete storage structures, they actually do. Most people take them for granted, investing rather in revenue-generating material handling equipment. Typically, unless you regularly deal in the concrete maintenance industry, you probably think “it’s concrete, it’s indestructible”. In fact,… Read more »
We have all heard the old adage “if these walls could talk!” Well, when it comes to concrete storage structures, they actually do. Most people take them for granted, investing rather in revenue-generating material handling equipment. Typically, unless you regularly deal in the concrete maintenance industry, you probably think “it’s just the old concrete silo,… Read more »
When building components such as brick, concrete, and stone are neglected they can become loose or displaced. In some cases, they can fall off and crash to the ground which can be fatal. Recently, many cities have created ordinances that require building owners to have inspections done on their buildings to help ensure public safety…. Read more »
When evaluating distressed concrete on aging structures, one useful resource is testing the concrete itself. Often this includes core sampling performed by the contractor in conjunction with an analysis that is performed by a certified laboratory. There are a number of tests that can be performed, but a basic series of testing can identify red… Read more »
In this article, we are discussing the challenges of estimating vertical concrete restoration projects. These are typically the most difficult types of concrete repair projects to accurately estimate. The intent of this article is to help explain the different pricing approaches so you can choose the right one for your project. The challenges There are… Read more »
The purpose of this article is to discuss concrete fracturing. What is it, and what are the causes? What do you need to be looking for, and how can the issues be taken care of? When it comes to concrete fracturing, there are many signs to be on the lookout for in order to prevent… Read more »
When it comes to the maintenance and restoration of concrete storage units such as grain silos, the most common problem that we see every day is cost. Most facilities, over the last decade, have invested whatever funds are available into equipment, and the restoration budget usually takes the hit. The problem is that the deterioration… Read more »
When it comes to selecting a contractor for your project, several factors may come in to play, such as price or ability to meet a schedule. However, if the end result is a quality repair that will extend the service life of your structure, then the decision should come down to workmanship. In the end,… Read more »
As technologies have progressed over the years, so have the types of materials that are used for exterior facades in building construction. Traditional materials such as brick masonry, stone, concrete and terra cotta are now being replaced or enhanced with architectural metal, glass, cast stone, aluminum, stainless steel, and exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS)…. Read more »
Choosing the appropriate treatment for your building is critical, and there are differences in the types of projects you are performing. So which should you choose? When choosing your treatment choice, you should think about a couple different factors: intended usage, the building’s condition, and it’s historical significance. Rehabilitation acknowledges the need to alter or… Read more »
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