Crack repair: the "surgeon" who protects building safety

Buildings, like the human body, will also experience the erosion of time and suffer from various "injuries and diseases". Cracks are one of the most common ones. They may seem insignificant, but they may be a signal of structural damage, threatening the safety of the building.

Where do cracks come from?

There are many reasons for the occurrence of cracks, just like the causes of diseases:

✅ Natural factors: Natural forces such as temperature changes, foundation settlement, and earthquakes will affect the building structure and cause cracks.

✅ Human factors: Human factors such as design defects, improper construction, and improper use will also accelerate the formation and development of cracks.

The harm of cracks should not be underestimated:

✅ Affecting beauty: Cracks will affect the appearance of the building and reduce its value.

✅ Damaging the structure: Severe cracks will weaken the bearing capacity of the building structure and even cause collapse.

✅ Safety hazards: Cracks may cause problems such as water seepage in the wall and rust of steel bars, bringing safety hazards.

Crack repair: Treat the symptoms with precision

Crack repair is like a surgical operation. It is necessary to develop a personalized repair plan based on factors such as the type, cause, and severity of the crack. Common repair methods include:

✅ Surface repair: For cracks with a smaller width and shallower depth, a surface sealing method can be used, such as using elastic coatings, polymer mortars and other materials for repair.

✅ Injection repair: For cracks with a larger width and deeper depth, an injection repair method can be used to inject materials such as epoxy resin and polyurethane into the cracks to restore their integrity.

✅ Structural reinforcement: For cracks that seriously affect structural safety, structural reinforcement is required, such as using carbon fiber cloth, steel plates and other materials to reinforce the structure.

Prevention is better than cure:

✅ Strengthen design: In the architectural design stage, various factors should be fully considered to avoid design defects.

✅ Standardized construction: Strictly follow the construction specifications to ensure construction quality.

✅ Regular inspection: Regularly inspect the building to promptly discover and deal with hidden dangers such as cracks.

Crack repair is a highly professional job that needs to be carried out by a professional building structure reinforcement company. Only by choosing a regular company and using high-quality materials can the repair effect be ensured and the building safety be guaranteed.

⚠：Protecting building safety starts with paying attention to cracks!