Symptoms of Oxidation Problems In a Stem Wall: Flaking paint
Flaking paint is one of the first symptoms of stem wall failure, and the problem is that most people confuse it and blame other factors for it, such as sunlight and even heat. In reality, the one to blame is corrosion and needs to get eradicated as soon as possible.
Symptoms of Oxidation Problems In a Stem Wall: Horizontal Cracks
Horizontal cracks in a stem wall mean that the corrosion problem began in the rebar, and then it spread to the rest of the components.
Stem Wall Repair Implementation: Its never bad to be extra careful
Whenever our concrete repair professionals are working on a project, they must make sure that all areas are protected by using plastic sheets because some homeowners might have gravel or even grass on their patio or closed by the Jobsite, and they do not want it to get damaged by any means.
Stem Wall Repair Implementation: Tie-down Straps Replacement
The tie-down straps got replaced by polypropylene loops that are made of highly strong plastic resisting enough to make a hg efficient connection between the wall and the rebar of the stem wall. Thanks to the materials used in these loops, they are free of rust and will keep the stem wall free of corrosion.
After NeveRust™ System in Peoria, Arizona
As shown in this photograph, the stem wall is free of rust again and looks solid, fresh, and ready to get painted again. Thanks to Arizona Foundation Solutions, this family will no longer have a problem with corrosion threatening their house's stem wall.
Stem Wall Repair Implementation: Brand-new Rebar
In this step of the process, the rebar got replaced by a new one since the old one got too damaged because of corrosion.