The Benefits of Carbon Fiber for Foundation Repair
Used by aeronautics and space exploration companies, carbon fiber might just be the most down-to-earth solution for restoring the structural stability of compromised concrete foundations and basement walls for residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
The benefits of carbon fiber for structural repairs increase daily with every new application contractors and DIYers find during their foundation repair projects. Discovery is the mother of innovation.
- For starters, most foundation and basement wall issues are caused by water damage: intrusion through cracks, hydrostatic pressure exerted on the concrete, and freeze-thaw cycles. Carbon fiber is waterproof and establishes a water barrier in the area where it is applied.
- Carbon fiber is easy to install. It’s made from the stuff of rocket science, but it doesn't take a rocket scientist to learn how to epoxy a carbon fiber strap onto a basement wall to effectively repair a crack in the concrete.
- Foundation repair too frequently involves noisy, heavy machinery, extensive and intrusive excavation, and often disruption to the supporting structure. The application of carbon fiber avoids all that; it is a faster, quieter, and less obtrusive method to secure cracked concrete from further damage.
- Because carbon fiber is five to 10 times stronger than steel (thus even stronger than concrete), it effectively supports concrete walls against the tremendous hydrostatic pressure from the water content of the surrounding expansive soil.
- Carbon fiber is flexible to accommodate the expansion and contraction of freeze-thaw cycles without losing any of its capacity to maintain complete support of the concrete.
Whether you’re a professional contractor or a DIYer who likes to get down and dirty with big home projects, Carbon Fiber Support has every product and accessory—and even full repair kits—you need to get the job done right, quickly, and without a lot of mess or strenuous effort. When you need to ensure the stability of the foundation in your home or business, reach out to us, and let’s discuss the best options for the complete success of your project. We’re more than happy to offer our support.