Is Concrete Cancer Structural?

It can be. The severity depends on the extent of reinforcement corrosion and deterioration. Investigation is required to determine the appropriate response.

Can Concrete Cancer Be Stopped?

Yes. When the cause is identified and addressed, deterioration can be remediated and future risk reduced.

Does Concrete Cancer Always Require Full Replacement?

No. Many structures can be successfully repaired using targeted remediation strategies. The appropriate solution depends on the condition of the affected element.

How Do I Know If My Building Has Concrete Cancer?

Common signs include rust staining, cracking, spalling and exposed reinforcement. A professional assessment can determine the extent of deterioration.

Concrete Cancer Remediation in Randwick

Eastern Suburbs strata postcode mixing 1970s walk-ups, 1990s mid-rises, and 2010-2020 boutique infill.

Concrete Cancer Remediation across Randwick buildings

Three distinct build waves all surfacing different remedial profiles at once. 1970s walk-ups: rising damp and facade. 1990s mid-rises: balcony and concrete cancer. 2010s boutique infill: planter-box failures already showing inside 10 years.

The Supcon approach is the same anywhere in Sydney metro: find the source, scope it properly, fix it once. The suburb’s build wave and exposure profile change the diagnosis, not the standard.

What Is Concrete Cancer?

Concrete cancer is the common term used to describe concrete deterioration caused by reinforcement corrosion.

Steel reinforcement embedded within concrete is normally protected by the surrounding concrete cover. Over time, however, moisture, oxygen and contaminants such as chlorides can penetrate the concrete and reach the reinforcement.

How Supcon scopes it

01
Investigation
We assess the extent of deterioration, moisture pathways, associated waterproofing defects, structural implications and contributing building defects.
02
Diagnosis
The cause of deterioration is identified before remediation recommendations are made.
03
Scope Development
A detailed scope of works is prepared outlining areas requiring remediation, structural repair methodology, waterproofing requirements, protective coating systems and project sequencing.
04
Concrete Remediation
Concrete Breakout, Reinforcement Treatment, Structural Repairs, Protective Coatings.
05
Source Rectification
Where deterioration is linked to waterproofing failures, drainage defects or water ingress, these issues are addressed as part of the remediation strategy.

Typical Concrete Cancer Projects

Apartment Buildings
Balconies
Facades
Car Parks
Podium Structures
Commercial Buildings
Residential Buildings

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Concrete Cancer Structural?: It can be. The severity depends on the extent of reinforcement corrosion and deterioration. Investigation is required to determine the appropriate response.
Can Concrete Cancer Be Stopped?: Yes. When the cause is identified and addressed, deterioration can be remediated and future risk reduced.
Does Concrete Cancer Always Require Full Replacement?: No. Many structures can be successfully repaired using targeted remediation strategies. The appropriate solution depends on the condition of the affected element.
How Do I Know If My Building Has Concrete Cancer?: Common signs include rust staining, cracking, spalling and exposed reinforcement. A professional assessment can determine the extent of deterioration.