Stem Wall Failure Signs: Flaking Paint
Flaking paint is one of the most common first symptoms when it comes to stem wall failure. Many people might think flaking paint only happens because of overexposure to sunlight and heat, but that is not the case.
Stem Wall Failure Signs: Horizontal Concrete Cracks
The direction of the cracks can tell many things about the problem in the stem wall. For Example, horizontal cracks can tell our home heroes that the rust problem began in the rebar, and then it got to the rest of the stone wall, making crack.
Stem Wall Repair Process: Removing the Rebar
When the stem wall starts to show visible symptoms of the problem most of the time, it means it is too late to save the rebar, and the probability of having to replace the whole rebar along with the tie-down straps is very high.
Stem Wall Repair Process: Rebar Removed
As shown in this picture, the rebar got replaced and is ready to get some fresh cement.
After NeveRust™ Repair System
This is the stem wall after NeveRust™. As you can see, it looks smooth, neat, and ready to get some paint on. On top of that, our consumers will not have to worry about their stem wall anymore.