Symptom of Stem Wall Failure: Flaking paint
Flaking paint is more common than people think when the stem wall is failing. Most of the time, adding another layer of paint seems like the easiest and more practical solution, but in reality, that is not a long-term solution.
Symptom of Stem Wall Failure: Vertical Cracks
In this other picture, the stem wall has a vertical crack which most likely means that the oxidation problem started in the rebar and it went to the rest of the stem wall.
Stem Wall Repair Process: Replacing rebar
In this picture, the rebar got replaced by one of our home heroes.
Stem Wall Repair Process: Replacing the tie-down straps
After replacing the rebar, our heroes need to replace any other components that might have gotten damaged by corrosion. As you can see, the tie-down straps got replaced by free of rust polypropylene loops straps.
Stem Wall Repair Process: Preventing is caring
After all the damaged components got replaced, our professionals need to add a blue material to prevent any rust production.
After the stem wall repair system
As seen in this photo, the stem will look smooth, neat, and solid. Thanks to Arizona Foundation Solutions, this family will no longer have to worry about oxidation problems in their stem wall.