Showing posts with label concrete slab moisture testing. Show all posts
Showing posts with label concrete slab moisture testing. Show all posts

Monday, July 20, 2015

Polyurethane & Epoxy Concrete Crack Repair Methods


Due to a leak in concrete slab, there may occur moisture related problems inside a structure. The waterproofing industry has always been trying to find ways to provide rock-solid solutions to the needy. In the below subsections, we discuss two most popular cracks repair and methods of moisture test for concrete slab –
  • Injection Therapy

In the industry, there are used two types of injection therapies: polyurethane and epoxy injection. The best way to ascertain that the line has been filled properly is to inject the solution or paste from inside. Whether you are using polyurethane or epoxy, make sure that injection ports are affixed on the surface, after a layer of the paste has been applied over the split.
  • Polyurethane Method

Polyurethane foams are less expensive and easier to use than epoxies, however there are a few drawbacks of this concrete crack repairing method. It does not add to the strength of the structure, though it welds and fills the crack, after being injected inside.
  • Epoxy Concrete Repair Method


On the other hand, the epoxy technique allows you to weld and fill the crack, and strengthen the bond between the solution and the structure, as well. And surprisingly, the strength of the bond can sometimes be more powerful than concrete.

Thursday, February 19, 2015

Problems Faced While Testing Moisture in Floors and Slabs

Moisture harms concrete structures relentlessly. It can badly affect the foundation; weaken the plaster or surface; destruct the color and texture of walls, tiles, and surfaces; and can convey manifold skin and joint diseases to the people, living around. A number of people call for help, when they witness any sign of moisture in their home or office; after which, the experts test out the level and source of dampness, and try to confiscate those signs and sources. While testing the moisture level in floors and slabs, they have to face various problems, whether visible or hidden.
Hidden moisture – Sometimes, wetness is not visible on the upper surface of the floor or the concrete slab. The hidden dampness can weaken the substance of a structure. Additionally, a loose layer of plaster, tile and emulsion emerges there on the upper surface of the concrete slab.
Diverse moisture resistance level of materials – While testing out for signs and sources of dampness in a block, it is one of the biggest challenges that you may have to face. Different materials, like natural floor tiles, synthetic tiles, ceramics, wood, cement, etc., have different intensity to bear and resist moisture. There are sundry tools, equipment and means for testing different materials. Testers have to carry those varied apparatus to the site, where the work is going on.
Furthermore, many house owners hire the testers, after the situation has become harder. This is when the signs and effects of moisture are at their peak. And becomes really difficult to find and provide solutions for moisture problems.

Solutions to all the moisture problems is at : 
http://www.advancedmoisturetesting.com