Stem Wall Failure Symptoms: Spalling Concrete
Spalling concrete is the last of the symptoms and the worst because when the stem wall gets to this point, it means most of the stem wall components will need to be replaced.
Stem Wall Failure Symptoms: Horizontal Concrete Cracks
Horizontal concrete cracks mean that the corrosion problem begins in the rebar and spreads to the rest of the stem wall elements.
Rebar Replacement
As shown in the image, the rebar got replaced since it got too damaged due to corrosion. However, not only the rebar got replaced but also the tie-down straps.
After Stem Wall Repair
As shown in this image, the stem wall looks smooth, fresh, and ready to get painted again. Thanks to Arizona Foundation Solutions (AZFS), this family will never have to worry about corrosion threatening their concrete stem walls ever again.