Signs of Corrosion in a Stem Wall: Horizontal Cracks
Every symptom in the stem wall means something. In this case, horizontal cracks mean the oxidation problem began in the rebar and then spread to the rest of the concrete stem wall.
Signs of Corrosion in a Stem Wall: Vertical Cracks
On the other hand, vertical cracks mean the corrosion problem began in the tie-down straps and then spread to the rest of the system.
Signs of Corrosion in a Stem Wall: Spalling Concrete
Spalling concrete is the last of the stem wall failure symptoms to show, and it is the worse sign. Normally, when a concrete stem wall gets to this point it means most of the stem wall elements will need to get replaced.
Stem Wall Restoration: Rebar Replacement
At this point of the process, the rebar got replaced along with some other components, such s the tie-down straps, to prevent corrosion in the future.
After Stem Wall Repair
After a few hours of hard work, the concrete stem wall looks fresh, smooth, and ready to get painted again. Thanks to Arizona Foundation Solutions, this family will no longer have to worry about the corrosion in their stem wall for a long time.
Signs of Corrosion in a Stem Wall: Flaking Paint
Flaking paint is the most confusing of all the symptoms because most people blame sunlight and time for the flaking when in reality, the one to blame is corrosion.