Repair/Protection Guide – The Constructor https://theconstructor.org Thu, 09 Sep 2021 19:39:39 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://i0.wp.com/theconstructor.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/cropped-The-Constructor-favicon-tinified2-1.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Repair/Protection Guide – The Constructor https://theconstructor.org 32 32 181067336 Cleaning a Smelly Drain: DIY vs. Calling the Experts https://theconstructor.org/building/building-tips/cleaning-a-smelly-drain/558185/ Thu, 09 Sep 2021 19:37:48 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=558185 It often happens that you notice a foul smell coming from the drains; this can be from the bathroom, sink, or gutter. It is not normal for your bathroom or kitchen sinks to smell strange. This is also not something anyone would like either but is an issue that several households need to face at […]

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]]> 558185 How to Prevent Reinforcement Corrosion on Site? https://theconstructor.org/concrete/prevent-reinforcement-corrosion-field/557714/ Fri, 13 Aug 2021 16:56:49 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=557714 Corrosion of steel bars is highly detrimental for reinforced concrete elements and might undermine their serviceability and even cause structural failure. However, various precautions can be taken to prevent corrosion of steel bars on construction sites. Concrete with high quality and low permeability is essential for controlling various corrosion mechanisms. Therefore, although conventional concrete is […]

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]]> 557714 How to Divert Traffic during Road Construction? https://theconstructor.org/practical-guide/divert-traffic-road-construction/557585/ Sun, 08 Aug 2021 13:44:59 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=557585 Traffic diversions are provided for a safe and efficient movement of traffic through or around the work zones while protecting the workers and equipment deployed for road construction. In addition, they provide continuity to the movement of motor vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrian traffic, transit operations, and access to properties and utilities. The diversion of traffic […]

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]]> 557585 How to Repair Potholes and Patches in Bituminous Roads? https://theconstructor.org/practical-guide/repair-potholes-bituminous-road/557577/ Sun, 08 Aug 2021 13:37:56 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=557577 Patching is the process of filling potholes or deteriorated parts of asphalt pavements. Potholes and other pavement disintegration should be repaired as soon as possible to prevent additional degradation and costly pavement repairs.  The repair of bituminous road includes the following works:  Removal of all deteriorated material of the pavement courses until the root cause […]

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]]> 557577 What to do if Freshly Placed Concrete Freezes in Cold Weather? https://theconstructor.org/concrete/freshly-placed-concrete-freezes/557442/ Thu, 05 Aug 2021 16:57:52 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=557442 Possible freezing of freshly placed concrete in cold weather conditions is a primary concern for contractors and engineers. This is because freezing can cause immediate and permanent damage, and the subsequent curing may not help gain the desired concrete strength. Therefore, it is necessary to understand the detrimental effects of concrete freezing and how to […]

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]]> 557442 Concrete Scaling: Ways to Fix and Prevent it https://theconstructor.org/concrete/concrete-scaling-fix-prevent/556630/ Thu, 08 Jul 2021 09:00:21 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=556630 Concrete scaling is the local flaking or peeling off of the near-surface concrete due to environmental factors like freezing and thawing. Other factors that may contribute to the initiation of concrete scaling are the use of low-strength concrete, deicing salts, and a high water-cement ratio in a concrete mixture. The process of concrete scaling begins […]

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]]> 556630 How to Control Cracks due to Shrinkage? https://theconstructor.org/practical-guide/control-shrinkage-cracks/554007/ Sat, 15 May 2021 17:11:15 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=554007 Shrinkage due to drying out of moisture content in building materials is one of the main causes of cracks in structures. Cracking due to shrinkage mainly affects the appearance and finish; the structural stability stays intact. Most of the unsightly cracks usually develop in the first dry spell after the construction of a building. Mechanism of […]

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]]> 554007 How to Prevent Honeycomb in Concrete Structures? Video Included https://theconstructor.org/practical-guide/prevent-honeycomb-elements-structural-concrete/58625/ Wed, 10 Feb 2021 19:44:00 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=58625 The prevention of honeycomb in concrete structures can save time and money, and help construct structurally sound concrete members. Therefore, undertaking preventive measures to avoid the occurrence of honeycomb is of utmost importance. The measures include proper compaction, use of rigid and waterproofing formwork, clean placement of steel bars, adequate concrete cover, etc. Causes of […]

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