Defect Category
Concrete & Structural Defects
Technical guidance covering concrete deterioration, reinforcement corrosion, cracking mechanisms and structural remedial issues commonly found in Class 2 buildings.
Concrete Spalling
Concrete deterioration caused by reinforcement corrosion, moisture ingress and concrete delamination.
Reinforcement Corrosion
Corrosion of embedded steel reinforcement resulting from carbonation, chloride ingress and moisture exposure.
Concrete Cracking
Structural and non-structural cracking caused by movement, shrinkage, loading and deterioration.
Magnesite Flooring Deterioration
Deterioration of magnesite flooring systems causing moisture issues, corrosion and substrate damage.
Settlement Cracks
Structural cracking caused by differential foundation movement, soil changes and inadequate footing design.
Slab Edge Deterioration
Progressive concrete breakdown at exposed slab perimeters from carbonation, corrosion and moisture exposure.