Concrete Repair Edinburgh
Concrete buildings and materials are incredibly long-lasting, even the most solid structures will deteriorate eventually. Richardson and Starling’s Edinburgh specialists can provide a concrete repair solution to any concrete damage to your window sills, lintels, canopies or concrete steps. Reach out to our Edinburgh branch today for advice or to arrange a property survey.
- Local Surveyors & Technicians
- Quick & Cost-Effective Repairs
- Returned Strutural Integrity & Aesthetics
Concrete Repair Specialists
Richardson & Starling are one of the oldest and most respected property preservation and repair contractors in the UK. Regardless of whether the job is big or small, we treat each customer with the utmost care. Our property preservation specialists utilise a wide variety of solutions to resolve your concrete repair issues. Regardless of whether the problem is caused by corrosive elements, structural deficiencies or natural deterioration our concrete repair specialists have a solution for every problem. Our timely and on-budget repairs help your property to regain its prime look. With over 600 positive reviews across numerous review directories, our Edinburgh concrete repair specialists provide a service you can rely on.
Cost-effective Concrete Repair Solutions
Richardson and Starling’s have been repairing properties since 1935, our Edinburgh concrete repair specialists have gained the necessary knowledge to provide the most cost-effective repair solutions. Our Edinburgh concrete repair specialists provide a wide range of structural repair solutions for concrete defects such as:
Concrete Lintel Repair
Concrete lintels are structural building elements which are used above openings in walls, doors and windows to support the weight above. Openings create a weak point so the lintel must be structurally sound to maintain integrity. If the steel reinforcement bars that are inside of the concrete lintel start to corrode due to penetration damp, the bar diameter expands due to rust and causes the concrete to crack. Cracks above or below these openings, doors or windows could suggest a significant weakening of the lintel which requires repair works to be carried out.
Concrete Window Sill Repair
Deterioration to your concrete window sills can seriously impact the look of your property’s and cause water penetration. If there are cracks through your window sill it is important you reach out to our Edinburgh specialists who will inspect your property and guide you through the process of repairing your window sills to their prime soundness and aesthetics.
Concrete Column Repair
Ensuring your concrete columns are as structurally sound as they should be is fundamental to maintaining the structural integrity of your property. Our Edinburgh specialists can survey your structural defect and specify the most cost-effective concrete repair solution to strengthen the column and rediscover its prime look.
Concrete Canopy Repair
It is possible that concrete canopies which are starting to crumble could become a serious hazard to occupiers of the property and visitors. In order to ensure that your property does not pose this risk, it is critical that you consult with our Edinburgh specialists who will repair your concrete canopy
Concrete Step Repair
As time passes, you may spot signs of your concrete steps quality reducing. These signs tend to be general wear and tear or crumbling concrete. If you want to rejuvenate this aspect of your property you must reach out to our Aberdeen concrete repair specialists. Our quick setting solutions for concrete can help your stairs rediscover their prime rapidly. Quick setting products allow the task to be completed in a short period of time as it is solid within as little as one hour.
Wall Crack Stitching
If you notice any cracks or damage to your walls, you must seek professional help immediately. Damage to your wall could be caused by several issues including defective cavity wall ties, dry or wet rot, settlement or even impact damage. Our Edinburgh specialists can use our system of masonry crack stitching or lateral restraint to repair the faults in your wall.
Our specialists are trained in the structural repairs of properties and will be able to provide useful advice on how to solve your problem. If required, our specialists can provide a quotation if you wish to proceed with the repairs. After the extent of the problem and source are identified, our Edinburgh specialists will specify the most effective course of action to take to ensure the problem is eradicated. In the event of a serious structural issue, we may recommend the area be reviewed by a structural engineer.
Collaborating with a Structural Engineer
Richardson & Starling’s concrete repair specialists can provide the service for your property in Edinburgh and the Lothians. If the concrete damage in your home is purely aesthetical our Edinburgh specialists will be able to carry out the repairs themselves. For example, concrete damage on steps, window sills, canopies or lintels. However, if there is a structural issue our specialists may suggest a survey of the area by a structural engineer. Damage affecting the structure of the property may require collaboration between our specialists and this engineer in order to resolve the structural weakness. It is critical to use a competent specialist to ensure you do not engage someone who may perform work which can drastically impact the structure of your property without collaboration with a structural engineer.