Concrete Spalling — Los Angeles, California
Spalling is the flaking, chipping, or peeling of a concrete surface that exposes the rough aggregate underneath and worsens quickly once it starts. It is typically caused by freeze-thaw cycles forcing moisture expansion inside the slab, deicing salts accelerating surface breakdown, or poor finishing during the original pour. A concrete mason grinds away the loose material, applies a bonding agent, resurfaces the area with a polymer-modified overlay, and seals the finished surface to prevent future moisture intrusion.
Who to call
For this problem in Los Angeles, call a: Betonwerker
Vind een Betonwerker in Los AngelesSymptoms to look for
- Flaking or chipping patches on the driveway, patio, or garage floor
- Rough, pitted areas where the smooth surface has worn away
- Small craters or pockmarks that grow larger after each winter
- Exposed aggregate or rebar visible through the deteriorated surface
Spoeddienst in Los Angeles
Emergency services in Los Angeles typically respond within 30–60 minutes during business hours, but traffic can extend response times to 2+ hours across the metro area. After-hours emergency plumbing and electrical services run $125–$250/hour. California law requires contractors to be licensed for work over $500.