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Three common concrete problems how to fix them

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• Concrete is amongst the most widely used material
  on the planet. This popularity can be credited to
  its sturdiness and versatility. Another advantage
  of using concrete is that it is an easy material
  to manage. Having that said, there are various
  problems that can arise and ruin aesthetics or
  worse, reduce the structures sturdiness and
  longevity. Identifying these problems early on
  and responding accordingly is key.
• Here are three of the most common concrete
  problems and the ways to tackle them
• Cracking
• Cracking cannot be prevented, but it can be
  controlled. This is caused due to thermal
  contraction, excessive applied load, drying
  shrinkage or subgrade settlement. If cracks are
  ignored and they manage to pierce the subgrade,
  the damage cannot be repaired and you have to
  replace the entire concrete structure to restore
  its appearance and strength.
• The best way to deal with cracking is to curb its
  growth when its newly formed. This can easily be
  done by cleaning the loose material from the
  crack and filling the empty space with concrete
  filler. After the patch cures, apply a sealant to
  the surface to curb condensation and enhance the
  strength of the structure.

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• DiscolorationThe discoloration is due to the
  inconsistency of color or hue on the concretes
  surface. This happens due to change in the
  concrete mix, weather conditions, improper
  installation techniques or stains from automobile
  fluids or other chemicals. It is important that
  you address this issue at the earliest or
  discoloration might end up ruining the aesthetics
  of the structure.
• The simplest method to solve this issue is to
  repeatedly clean the surface with hot water. If
  this doesnt work, you can scrub the surface with
  a diluted vinegar solution. In severe cases, you
  can use a diluted solution of hydrochloric,
  acetic or phosphoric acid to restore aesthetics.
• Scaling
• Scaling refers to the condition when parts of the
  concrete start to peel off from the surface. This
  is caused due to water seepage, exposure to
  thawing, poor concrete finishing, etc.
• To solve this problem, you will have to build a
  fresh layer of resurfacing concrete. This is not
  as easy as it seems because you will have to
  roughen up the entire concrete surface to prepare
  it for the repair. After the new layer is applied
  and cured properly, finish the repair process by
  applying a waterproof finishing treatment. This
  will strengthen the surface, thereby protecting
  it from any damage in the future. 

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