


How To Repair Expansion Joints In Concrete? - Haener Block - Expansion Joint Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair
Apply a bonding adhesive, usually epoxy, into the joints with a brush. This will help the new material to bond to the old concrete. Let the adhesive dry for about 10 to 15 minutes. Don't leave the adhesive for any longer than that because it should be sticky to touch, not completely dry. Insert backer rod. This will be your new shock absorber.However, with time, an expansion joint can lose its functionality and no longer absorb the impacts it was designed for. This failure results in cracks in the concrete, hence the need for repair. A concrete expansion joint replacement helps bring back an expansion joint to its old glory, preventing the concrete from cracking.
