Symptoms of Corrosion in Stem Wall: Horizontal Concrete Cracks
As with any other problem, a problem comes with symptoms and each symptom has a meaning that is for us to figure out. For example, a horizontal crack in the stem wall means that the corrosion problem started in the rebar, and then it spread to the rest of the stem wall.
Symptoms of Corrosion in Stem Wall: Flaking Paint
Flaking paint is a very common symptom when there is a corrosion problem in a stem wall. However, most people confuse this symptom and blame sunlight and overexposure to heat instead.
Stem Wall Repair Process: Preventing Rust production
Right after installing the new stem wall components, such as the new rebar, and the polypropylene loops, our concrete repair heroes need to add a blue material that helps the stem wall fight and prevent oxidation problems.
Stem Wall Repair Process: Protecting is Caring
Whenever our concrete repair professionals are out there performing or finishing up a project, they must make sure that all surroundings are protected, and nothing can negatively affect them by any means; that is why our staff uses plastic sheets to protect the surroundings where they are performing the job.
After the Stem Wall Repair Process
As shown in this image, the stem wall looks fresh, smooth, and neat enough to get a new layer of paint as soon as possible. Thanks to Arizona Foundation Solutions, this family will no longer have to worry about corrosion threatening their house's stem wall.