Industry Case Study: Foster Home Lighthouse
Challenge
Situation: Lighthouse is a non-profit organization that provides a unique Model of Care that is trauma-informed, therapeutic in its approach, and designed to address the complex needs of children and young people impacted by neglect, abuse, and homelessness. Lighthouse understands the importance of laying a strong foundation for the new generation as human beings. They are aware of how detrimental a damaged foundation can be in a building or a house.
Challenge: The concrete stem wall in their facility in Phoenix, AZ, was facing corrosion problems, including flaking paint, cracks, and spalling concrete. Identifying the specific areas that required stem wall component replacement posed a challenge.
Solution
Solution: The concrete repair team addressed the issue by removing all the deteriorated concrete and replacing the damaged components affected by corrosion. To prevent potential future corrosion risks, a protective blue material was applied. Finally, fresh cement was added to the stem wall to enhance its aesthetic appeal.
Conclusion: The comprehensive repair successfully eliminated the corrosion issue, ensuring that the Lighthouse organization no longer has to worry about threats to their concrete stem wall. The constructive approach taken by the concrete repair team guarantees a resilient and visually pleasing foundation for the Lighthouse facility.
