Concrete is a strong, long-lasting material that can be used for many projects, including parking lots, pool surrounds, sidewalks, floors, ramps, patios, and curbs. However, concrete is not impervious to all types of damage, including structural and cosmetic damage. Although some of the damage may affect only your property’s curb appeal, concrete repairs are necessary and can cause safety hazards or structural integrity issues.
The causes of concrete damage depend on several factors, including its location, construction technique, and environment. For example, reinforced concrete that is subjected to water penetration can be cracked or delaminated when rebar rusts, and trees planted too near a concrete sidewalk can send out roots that cause sections to be forced out of their horizontal alignment or uplifted vertically. Dry and wet cycles can result in subsidence that leaves one or more slabs with a noticeable difference in elevation.
Cracks and uplifted slabs in sidewalks can pose tripping hazards, damage to load-bearing walls or pillars can result in structural failure, stains and surface peeling can make your property less attractive, misaligned slabs in a parking lot or roadway can present a danger to cyclists and motorists, and damaged curbs and gutters can interfere with proper drainage. The longer the damage goes without repair, the greater the chances are that additional damage will occur. Furthermore, allowing concrete damage to go unrepaired could leave you vulnerable to lawsuits if people damage their vehicles or are injured.
The nature, extent, and location of the damage must be considered when selecting a suitable repair method. To illustrate, uneven slabs can sometimes be leveled, but it may be necessary in some circumstances to remove and replace the slab. Some cracks can be repaired with sealant or epoxy injections, but serious cracks in load-bearing vertical components may require stabilizing the structure, removing the damaged concrete, then replacing the concrete. Grinding can sometimes be an effective treatment for surface stains or pits, and these issues may also be successfully remedied with a technique known as shot blasting. The only way you can know for certain what the best repair method is for your concrete problems is to ask an experienced, reputable concrete contractor to make a thorough assessment of the issues.
Peterson Grading & Paving is a concrete repair contractor in the Orange County area. Commercial pavements represent investments that require proper construction, professional maintenance, and timely repairs to generate the most value. We understand the pavement-related needs of commercial property managers, hotels, HOAs, facility managers, condominium boards, educational institutions, and retailers. We offer concrete repairs as well as a full range of other services to assist you, including asphalt paving and pothole repairs, asphalt milling, asphalt crack repairs, asphalt overlays, concrete parking lots, asphalt sealcoating, shot blasting, concrete ramps and curbs, warehouse striping, line removal, parking lot maintenance, marking removal, bollards, parking lot signs, and epoxy coating. We are known for our exceptional work, exemplary customer service, professionalism, and integrity. To request a free quote or more information, complete the online form, email Ryan@GradePave.com, or call 949-402-6979.
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