Concrete Spalling Florida

Concrete Spalling Florida
Concrete Spalling Florida

Protect Your Structure Before It Fails

What Is Concrete Spalling?

Concrete spalling begins when the steel reinforcement (rebar) inside concrete starts to corrode. Concrete is naturally porous, allowing water and air to pass through. When these elements reach the steel, a chemical reaction occurs—producing iron oxide (rust).

As rust forms, it expands up to 6 times its original volume, putting immense pressure on the surrounding concrete. This pressure causes the concrete to crack, delaminate, and ultimately spall—breaking off in chunks or flakes. A spall is defined as a fragment of material that detaches from a larger body, often seen on ceilings, columns, balconies, or walls.

Spalled concrete is more than a cosmetic concern—it is a serious safety hazard and a clear sign that the structure’s load-carrying capacity may be compromised. Once this damage begins, air and moisture gain easier access to the steel, accelerating corrosion, increasing repair costs, and reducing the service life of the structure.

Concrete Spalling in Florida: Why It Happens

Concrete Spalling Repair
Concrete Spalling Repair

Florida’s coastal environment and high humidity make concrete structures especially vulnerable to spalling. In salt-rich air (especially within a few miles of the coast), salt deposits form on surfaces and are absorbed into the concrete. When rainwater dissolves these salts, they penetrate deeper into the slab, accelerating corrosion of embedded steel and leaving behind efflorescence.

Concrete spalling in Florida is commonly found in:

  • Balconies

  • Parking garages

  • Structural columns

  • Seawalls and marine foundations

  • Condo towers and mid-rise buildings

  • Driveways and slabs without vapor barriers

Our Repair Process – Engineered Concrete Remediation

At Foundation Waterproofing 101, our remediation strategy is led by Civil Engineer Ken Sands, P.E., who brings over 21 years of expertise in forensic foundation and concrete repair.

We specialize in identifying and repairing delaminated and spalled concrete, using advanced techniques including:

  • Mechanical and electronic sounding to detect internal voids and cracks

  • Selective demolition of visibly damaged concrete

  • Corrosion mitigation through coating systems or rebar replacement

  • Structural patching using engineered mortar or epoxy systems

  • Waterproofing membranes and vapor barriers to prevent future moisture migration

Every solution is engineer-designed and code-compliant, ensuring both performance and longevity.

Why Choose Us for Concrete Spalling Repair in Florida?

We’re not just contractors—we’re Florida’s #1 waterproofing and hydraulic engineering firm. Our team combines structural engineering, civil design, and specialized waterproofing expertise to permanently fix the cause of spalling—not just the surface damage.

Whether your home, commercial building, or condo tower is showing signs of concrete deterioration, Foundation Waterproofing 101 delivers lasting results that restore both safety and value.

Schedule Your Free Inspection Today

If you’ve noticed flaking concrete, rust stains, or white residue, don’t wait. Concrete spalling only gets worse with time. Call today for your free inspection and repair evaluation.

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