Concrete restoration repairs damaged concrete and the steel inside it so a structure is safe, sound, and protected from further water damage. On South Florida buildings, most concrete damage comes from the same cycle: water and salt air soak into the concrete, reach the reinforcing steel, and rust it. The rust expands, cracks the concrete from inside, and pieces start breaking away. That’s concrete spalling, and it’s the most common repair we make.

Deluxe Waterproofing has restored concrete on South Florida buildings for more than 80 years, from our base in Pompano Beach across Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties.

Concrete We Restore

• Balconies, slab edges, and walkways on condos and high-rises
• Parking garages and parking decks
• Columns, beams, and structural slabs
• Facades, stucco, and exterior walls
• Pool decks, amenity decks, and plazas
• Seawalls and coastal structures

How Concrete Restoration Works

1. Survey: Sound the concrete, map cracks, spalls, and delaminated areas, and check for exposed or rusted steel.
2. Remove damaged concrete: Cut out loose and deteriorated material back to sound concrete, including behind corroded rebar.
3. Treat or replace the steel: Clean and coat corroded reinforcing, or add new steel where section has been lost.
4. Rebuild: Patch or form and pour repair mortar and concrete to restore the original shape and strength.
5. Protect: Seal, coat, or waterproof the repaired area so water doesn’t start the cycle again.

Concrete Restoration and 40-Year Recertification

Concrete repairs are the most common finding in 40-year and milestone inspections. We work alongside the engineer or architect on the report, complete the repairs they call for, and help keep the building on schedule. Read more about what a Miami-Dade 40-year recertification involves and what drives recertification costs.

Restoration or Replacement?

Most damaged concrete can be restored rather than torn out and replaced, which is usually faster and far less disruptive for occupants. Our guide to concrete restoration vs. replacement walks through how to decide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes concrete spalling?
Mostly corrosion of the reinforcing steel inside the concrete, driven by water and salt exposure. Poor original construction and impact damage also play a part.

Is spalling concrete dangerous?
It can be. Loose pieces can fall, and ongoing corrosion weakens the structure. Spalling on balconies, overhead slabs, and garages should be assessed promptly.

Do you work in Pompano Beach and the rest of Broward?
Yes. We’re headquartered in Pompano Beach and restore concrete across Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach counties.

Can concrete repairs be waterproofed?
Yes, and they should be. Sealing or coating the repair keeps water out so the steel doesn’t start rusting again. See is concrete waterproof?