Structural Repair, Concrete Repair and Structural Strengthening

When water penetrates your car porch slab, it doesn’t just cause surface stains — it can lead  to serious structural problems like concrete spalling on the soffit (underside of the slab). What is Concrete Spalling? Spalling occurs when concrete begins to crack, flake, or break off, especially at the soffit (bottom part) of the slab. …

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At Structural Repairs (M) Sdn Bhd, we take pride in preserving Malaysia’s architectural  heritage while applying modern engineering solutions. Our current project at Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad is a perfect example of this balance—where tradition meets technology. 📍Project Overview: CFRP Wrapping to Strengthen Structural Beams We are currently undertaking Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) wrapping …

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Over time, every building experiences wear and tear. But while surface issues like peeling paint
or hairline plaster cracks are easy to fix, structural problems are much more serious.

Concrete cracks. While some cracks might not require repair, others might have serious effects on the structure. How can you tell the difference? It is important to carefully assess the significance of the structural cracks. To implement the correct repair solution, you must accurately determine the extent and cause of cracking. A few factors might …

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No two “repair jobs” are alike since no two buildings are the same. Sometimes a straightforward handyman job will do, while other times structural repair is required. We want to make it clear to you that structural repair and general repair are two distinct things that should not be used together. And we write it …

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“You shouldn’t be alarmed by tiny, hairline cracks because older homes frequently have them. However, some cracks require a professional inspection. Stair-step cracks and splits larger than 1/4 of an inch need to be examined. If you notice shrinkage cracks on your walls, contact Structural Repairs right away.” Naturally, noticing foundation cracks can be very …

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What is carbon fibre reinforced polymers (CFRP)? Carbon fibre is one of the materials that has assisted the building and repair sectors, it is also known as graphite fibre or carbon graphite. It is a type of high-performance fibre used in civil engineering. It has increasingly become a go-to option as a lightweight, extraordinarily strong …

Why Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Polymers (CFRP) Strengthening Material Needs To Be Fire-Proofed? Read More »

What is carbon fibre? Carbon fibre is one of the materials that has assisted the building and repair sectors, it is also known as graphite fibre or carbon graphite. It is a type of high-performance fibre used in civil engineering. It has increasingly become a go-to option as a lightweight, extraordinarily strong reinforcement with a …

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What is honeycombs in concrete? When cement paste or concrete fails to fill up the spaces around coarse aggregate particles and reinforcing steel, hollow sections of concrete called honeycombs or rock pockets result. These gaps are dispersed over tiny localized areas and may be found in one or two locations, throughout the entire concrete surface, …

Honeycombs In Concrete: The Causes, Effects & Method To Repair Read More »