Balcony Restoration
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Balcony Restoration

Balcony Restoration And Repair

London Structural Repairs undertakes professional  balcony restoration and repair work on balconies so that they remain safe, functional and aesthetically pleasing for many years. If your balcony has suffered from weathering, wears and tears or has some structural issues, our balcony restoration experts have the skills and tools required to revive your balcony.

What Makes Our Restoration Services Stand Out?

Expertise & Experience: Every professional on our team has years of experience and is capable of diagnosing and solving balcony issues like cracks and other structural concerns.

Comprehensive Solutions: We strive to ensure your balcony is not only aesthetically pleasing but safe as well. That’s why we offer waterproofing, resurfacing, retiling, structural reinforcement, and repair, among other restoration services.

Custom Designs: If you require an aesthetic or template different from anything standard in the market, we design bespoke solutions in conjunction with our clients.

Safety Standards: We ensure your balcony is safe for everyday use by verifying full compliance to the appropriate safety and building standards, confirming soundness of the structure.

Our Balcony Restoration Process

Initial Assessment: As part of our services our team will meticulously review ever inch of your balcony for structural issues alongside potential leaks, and cosmetic damage if any. From the assessment provided, we will advise on the best actions to take.

Design & Planning: This stage comes after the assessment, we reason together on the restoration process and provide design recommendations that matches your goals alongside materials and time frames that suit your needs.

Restoration & Repair

With the use of proper materials and techniques our experienced craftsmen will perform restorations to the work’s precision and expect it to sustain over the long term, functional and aesthetic appeal. In efforts make the balcony usable, visually appealing, and devoid of cracks or other structural inadequacies, we undertake all necessary repairs.

Final Touches: After structural work, the final details which could include repainting, retouching, and new adornments aimed at enhancing the balcony aesthetics shall be done.

Final Inspection & Handover: A final inspection is done post restoration and is aimed at assessing if the work done meets the thresholds set. From the assessment, the balcony should be usable, safe, and properly restored.

Our Balcony Restoration Services Include:

Waterproofing & Damp Proofing: Balcony protection from water damages shall be undertaken with proper waterproofing damages.

Structural Repairs: Building stability is ensured through addressing cracks, sagging, or replacing other parts of the structure.

Tiling & Resurfacing: Set new tiles along with other surfaces and finishes to elevate the look and functionality of your balcony.

Repainting & Finishing: Professional painting and finishing services can be employed to effectively enhance the visual appearance of your balcony.

Drainage Solutions: Drains can be installed or repaired with the aim of avoiding water pooling or further harm.

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Our qualified professionals are prepared to assist with any level of work your balcony entails, whether it’s minor maintenance or complete renovation. Reach out today for your free consultation and we’re ready to restore your balcony to its ideal state!

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If you have a balcony that is in need of balcony restoration services  be sure to contact London Structural Repairs for a free survey and consultation.

Concrete Lintel Repairs
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Concrete Lintel Repairs

We can carry out your Concrete Lintel Repairs for you with our professional services.

Has your concrete lintels cracked, spalled or broken, well you have come to the right place as we can help.

Concrete lintels can become damaged if not routinely maintained to stop water ingress.

Water and moisture will cause the steel reinforcement to rust and eventually expand, resulting in damaging the lintels.

Pieces of concrete or stone will crack or even drop off making your lintels unsightly or even unsafe if they are above head height.

We carry out concrete lintel repairs with fine detail, leaving your lintels looking as good as new.

Our concrete lintel repairs get carried out in a sequence.

We cut away, remove the loose and damaged concrete from the lintels.

Steel Reinforcement bars can cause you a serious problem

The steel reinforcing is either cleaned or replaced and primed to stop any future further rusting.

Oiled shutters are put in place and then the concrete is recast to the original profile using specialist mortars or grout.

It is important to add a drip on the underside if needed.

Shutters are struck when the concrete has cured for long enough.

We advise that concrete lintels are either painted with coloured masonry paint or clear paint to stop moisture penetration.

It is usually cheaper and less disruptive to repair the concrete  lintels instead of replacing them.

Replacing concrete lintels could have its own problems structurally to a building.

Good routine maintenance could save you costly repairs in the long run.

This is one of our concrete lintel repairs projects carried out to property in East London.

The home owner needed the lintel repaired so the sale of their house could go through.

London Structural Repairs acted quickly to help them with this problem with our repair technique.

Structural integrity was restored and the house was sold.

If you have a concrete lintel that needs repaired or restored then please feel free to contact us to help with your project.

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concrete crack repair
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Concrete Crack Repair

London Structural Repairs are experienced experts in resin injection concrete crack repair. This one of our recent projects at the historical  Lincoln Inn Fields Great Hall and Library where we were contracted by the main contractor on site to deal with a number of concrete crack repair to a basement reinforced concrete slab.

Lincoln Inn Fields is Londons largest public field and is steeped in history with strong links to the British legal system. The Lincoln’s Inn Fields Great Hall and Library is home to some of Britains rarest legal books. The building is bold and elegant with a gothic look about it.

We were asked by Graham construction to find a structural repair solution because there were  concrete crack repair that was on a reinforced concrete basement slab. The concrete slab was cracked in various locations and varied in length. The cracks were hairline and the client didn’t want us to carry out concrete crack repair by means of mechanical breakout incase the structural integrity was damaged further.

London Structural Repairs solution was to inject the cracks using Fosroc LV crack injection system. This a low viscosity material that means it has good movement through tight cracks, this material can be used if the crack is sealed on the opposite side of the injection. If the crack can’t be sealed from the opposite side then you need to use a higher viscosity material such as Fosroc TH which is a Thixotropic resin.

The first thing we had to do was make sure the concrete crack repair area was clean and free from dust. We then face filled the cracks and installed the injection ports. We then injected the Fosroc LV into the first port and used the release valve to let any trapped air out and waited for the resin to show in the next port before moving along each one in sequence.

The project took 2 days to complete and we removed the injection ports and plained the face filler to remove from the concrete.

Please feel free to Contact London Structural Repairs if you have a cracked concrete repair you need help with.

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Failed Concrete Beam Repair
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Failed Concrete Beam Repair

Failed Concrete Beam Repair In London

This is one of our recent projects for a property development company in the heart of London. London Structural Repairs were asked too provide a failed concrete beam repair solution to a 6 metre reinforced concrete beam which had damage to the top section. The client was worried about the beam collapsing so LSR operatives fitted RSJ’S with propping to a engineers specification to stop any chance of the concrete beam from collapsing or cracking during our remedial works. The on site engineers asked LSR if we could Hilti Ferroscan The failed concrete beam as well as the two concrete columns connected to the beam to see the steel reinforcement make up as well as to determine bar sizes which the Hilti Ferroscan does with ease but only trained competent persons should attempt to use this complicated piece of kit. The engineers on site presumed  that the concrete slab above was tied in connected to the concrete beam but our investigation works confirmed that the concrete slab was not connected and just sat on top of the beams, the slab was probably precast and crane lifted into place at construction.

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The failed concrete beam Repair solution system we used was Sika concrete repair mortar system. We first carried out a hammer test survey to determine where the defect – delaminated concrete ended and marked this out on the concrete. We then had too saw cut the marked concrete with a dustless concrete grinder attached too a M class hoover to protect all persons within the building from dust inhalation, after this we  had too break away the concrete using Hilti mechanical breakers with low vibration to eliminate HAVS to our workers. We then added more steel reinforcement to the repair area and then made the repair using the Sika system to the manufacturers specification.

If you have a failed Concrete Beam Repair need carried out then why not give Londons Experts a call 020 8936 7699.

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Concrete Spalling Repairs
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Concrete Spalling Repairs

What are the causes of concrete spalling and how do we carry out concrete spalling repairs

 Concrete Spalling is the result of reinforcing steel either being installed too close to the surface of a concrete structure or from the concrete being left uncoated and then being exposed to the British Weather elements.

New concrete is naturally very alkaline. This high alkalinity actually acts to protect steel reinforcing from corrosion. The effect of weathering of bare concrete is that concrete slowly has its alkaline materials washed out of it. In areas of acid rain in highly industrialised countries the process will be accelerated. As this happens the steel will then begin to corrode. When steel rusts it can expand up to 3 times its original size. Reinforced steel is embedded in the concrete but as the steel rusts it eventually forces the concrete to crack, exposing the steel reinforcing and internal concrete to the weather elements. The process repeats itself with the situation continually worsening, hence the name concrete cancer.

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Concrete Spalling repairs are carried out by cutting out the delaminated concrete, replacing or cleaning the steel reinforcement, priming the steel plus the surrounding concrete and then repairing with a high grade polymer modified concrete repair mortar to original profile, this will restore the structural integrity to super structure.

 

Ginger staining on concrete is cause for concern

Slight rust stains coming out of an otherwise innocent looking concrete surface are often the first symptom of spalling. Such areas must have concrete spalling repairs carried out immediately.

Protective coatings will prevent the need for concrete spalling repairs and save you money in the long run.

London Structural Repairs frequently complete concrete spalling repairs for  local authorities on local housing schemes, main contractors and private sector.

LSR are NVQ qualified concrete spalling repairs specialists who can provide you with a one stop shop service.

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If you manage, maintain or repair concrete structures and require methods of investigating, testing and concrete spalling repairs, be sure to contact London Structural Repairs for a free quote on 020 8936 7699

Concrete Window Sill Repairs
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Concrete Window Sill Repairs

London’s concrete window sill repair specialists could save you money and disruption

London Structural Repairs carried out repairs to concrete window sills at two private residential property blocks in Brentwood, Essex.

The property’s concrete window sills were suffering from concrete spalling due to deteriorating steel rods embedded in the sills, causing cracks and sections of the window sills to fail.
Our cost effective, sympathetic repairs caused no disruption to the residents at the property. The failed concrete window sills had new reinforcing rods installed and were repaired using specialist mortars, and then given two coats of anti-carbonation coatings. This ensures a long-lasting repair without the need to remove the windows and install new concrete window sill’s, therefore avoiding disruption and expensive costs for the residents.

Why should concrete window sill repairs be on your maintenance list?

Concrete window sill repairs may not seem like a high priority for your home’s maintenance, but they play a vital role in protecting your home from weather elements. They can often be the first weak point allowing rain or damp into your property. A cracked, poorly maintained, or uneven window sill can let rainwater drain into your home, this then leads to stained wallpaper, mould, or damaged plaster. These issues can result in ongoing problems and costly repairs.

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The importance of specialist contractors for window sill repairs

Your window sills may seem like decorative features, but they serve a simple yet essential engineering purpose by allowing water to run freely away from your property – much like guttering for your windows. The outward slope of the sill allows rain to run, therefore keeping your windows and walls dry.
In most cases, stone or concrete window sills can be repaired by a specialist and saved. However, if the damage is beyond repair, replacing the sill may be the only option. This would require removing the entire window frame and running the risk of damaging the brickwork. To avoid these complications, ensure you hire an experienced specialist contractor.

How to ensure a long-lasting window sill repair

Whether you are repairing or replacing your window sill, it’s crucial to ensure that the finished results are durable and effective in keeping water away from your window frames and walls. After repairs, check that the window sills are angled correctly so water runs away from the property. You can water test this by pouring a small amount of water and observing its flow.

Understanding the importance of the drip groove

A well-designed window sill should also have a drip groove on its underside. This groove prevents water from running directly onto your brickwork, thus potentially causing penetrating damp or frost damage. The drip is a groove that runs the full the length of the sill, it is usually the width and depth of a pencil, or your little finger. Over time, the drips can get clogged with dirt or painted over, which then renders them ineffective. Regular maintenance stops this from happening, and protects your property from penetrating damp or damaged brickwork.

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020 8936 7699 we can design the best remedial solution for your concrete window sill repairs.

 

Concrete Column Repair
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Concrete Column Repair

Concrete Column Repair in Central London

This is one of London Structural Repairs recent projects. we carried out a Concrete Column Repair for a building contractor in the city of London. The Concrete Column was suffering from spalling, the steel reinforcing was corroding as there was no protective coating on the concrete and over time the weather elements have contributed to the corrosion of the steel and forcing the steel to expand and crack the concrete.
The corrosion of structural steel is an electrochemical process that requires the simultaneous presence of moisture and oxygen. Essentially, the iron in the steel is oxidised to produce rust, which occupies approximately six times the volume of the original material. Here at London Structural Repairs we specialise in diagnosing and designing repair methods for concrete structures and corrosion prevention.

 

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The concrete column repair was carried out by removing the delaminated concrete by use of mechanical breaker and cleaning the steel reinforcement by abrasion and then the concrete column repair was done with the use of Sika concrete repair system. There are lots of different concrete repair suppliers and materials on the market all with different attributes and uses and it is important to contract a specialist to carry out any sort of concrete repairs as experience is a must when using these sorts of materials as its not a case of just opening a bag and just adding water, there are many different factors to consider when using these materials. Once the concrete column repair was carried out. We then applied a specialist waterproof coating to prevent any future corrosion problems.

 

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Prevention and good maintenance will save you money 

Most modern concrete structures are designed to have a long lifespan but unfortunately with todays project deadlines there are lots of structures with badly placed concrete causing the concrete to be honeycombed, this is all too familiar in recent times but With good forward planning, skilled and experienced workforce this should be avoided.

Forward planning and routine maintenance can help for see any future problems or better still avoid costly unwanted repairs. Concrete failure can escalate quite rapid when its been left too long and unprotected, the concrete structure could loose its structural integrity making the structure unsafe for the public to be around. We have lots of preventative solutions at hand and are more than happy to assist you with the maintenance and repairs to your concrete structures.

If you have a Concrete column repair or any other kind of concrete repair then contact us for a friendly professional service 020 8936 7699.

 

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Concrete Restoration Specialists
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Concrete Restoration Specialists

Concrete Restoration Specialists based in London

Concrete is a tough and flexible building material widely used in construction because it is strong & long-lasting. However concrete surfaces can deteriorate over time due to factors like weather, heavy traffic & structural stress. This deterioration can weaken the concrete leading to safety risks and looking unsightly. Therefore restoring concrete is crucial to preserve the structural integrity and appearance of concrete surfaces.

By fixing issues such as cracks, flaking and surface wear restoration experts can extend the lifespan of concrete structures and avoid costly replacements. Concrete restoration enhances the visual appeal of buildings and infrastructure while also ensuring their safety and functionality.

Whether it is a commercial property, residential building or public infrastructure maintaining the structural integrity of concrete surfaces is vital for long-term sustainability. Understanding the importance of concrete restoration is key to preserving the value & longevity of concrete structures making it an essential aspect of property maintenance and infrastructure management.

Concrete Preparation Is Key

Surface preparation usually involves cleaning the concrete surface to remove dirt, rubbish and pollutants that may hinder the restoration materials. Crack repair is a vital part of concrete restoration as it prevents further moisture entry & structural decline. Various methods such as epoxy injection, routing and sealing or pressure grouting may be used to effectively repair cracks and restore the concrete’s integrity.

Structural reinforcement may be needed for tackling underlying issues like corrosion of reinforcement bars or structural instability. Once the required repairs are done, applying protective coatings or sealants can enhance the restored concrete surface’s durability and looks. These coatings provide resistance against moisture, chemicals, UV exposure and abrasion thereby prolonging the concrete’s lifespan and reducing maintenance needs.

Professional Repairs Will Save You Money In Long Run

Restoring and repairing concrete surfaces requires expertise, precision & following industry best practices to ensure lasting results. After concrete restoration proactive maintenance is key to preventing future damage and preserving the restored surfaces’ longevity. Regular cleaning with mild detergents and gentle scrubbing can help remove surface pollutants and maintain the concrete’s appearance. Applying sealants or protective coatings regularly can also provide ongoing protection against environmental factors and wear.

Property owners should address drainage issues to stop water accumulating around concrete surfaces as prolonged moisture exposure can speed up deterioration. Inspecting the concrete periodically for new damage or wear signs is crucial for identifying issues early & addressing them promptly. Following these maintenance tips, property owners can maximise their restored concrete surfaces’ lifespan and minimise extensive repair needs in future.

Before restoration, concrete surfaces may show visible cracks discolouration, surface spalling or an overall worn look. These issues detract from aesthetic appeal but also indicate underlying structural concerns needing attention. After restoration, the concrete surfaces are revived with repaired cracks uniform texture, enhanced colour vibrancy and improved resistance to environmental factors.

The restored surfaces look visually appealing and regain structural integrity & functionality. For parking garages industrial floors or decorative concrete features, the before-and-after impact of professional restoration highlights investing in expert services to revive deteriorated concrete surfaces.

Let The Professionals Handle Your Concrete repairs

Hiring a professional concrete restoration specialist offers many benefits for property owners seeking to revitalise their concrete surfaces. Professionals have the expertise, equipment & materials to effectively address various concrete damage types. Their knowledge of industry best practices ensures restoration projects are completed to high standards, delivering lasting results. Specialists can also customise solutions based on each project’s specific needs whether repairing structural damage, refinishing decorative concrete or applying protective coatings for enhanced durability. Entrusting the restoration process to qualified specialists saves time and resources while ensuring concrete surfaces are restored with precision and care.

What makes us your go-to concrete repair specialists professionals is our connection with local authorities, property managers, and housing associations. We have successfully completed a vast range of projects for concrete repairs. If you need some tips for protecting and maintaining your concrete structures, get in touch with us for expert advice.

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If you manage, maintain or repair concrete structures and require methods of investigating, testing and repairing cracks in concrete be sure to contact London Structural Repairs for a free consultation.