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Concrete Repair / Site problem guide

Repair mortar debonds from old concrete

New patch sounds hollow or separates along its perimeter.

A practical decision sequence

Diagnose the cause, then verify the repair.

Use the site evidence to agree a project-specific method with the responsible engineer, concrete producer, manufacturer or specialist applicator.

01 / Symptom

What is happening?

New patch sounds hollow or separates along its perimeter.

02 / Inspect and test

Evidence to collect

Test substrate soundness and inspect profile, cleanliness, moisture and cure history.

03 / Likely mechanism

Why it can fail

Laitance, smooth surface, incompatible material or curing errors can weaken bond.

04 / Technical response

Choose the system

Remove failed material and specify preparation and repair compatible with depth and exposure.

05 / Site execution

Control the application

Achieve the approved profile, condition substrate and follow bonding and curing procedure.

06 / Acceptance

Verify the result

Use sounding or bond tests as specified before accepting the repair.

Avoid this shortcut

Do not bond over dust, weak laitance or old failed patch material.

These guides are editorial starting points, not a project specification. Confirm the design, product data, substrate conditions and inspection plan for the actual site.
Technical references

References inform the topic; they do not endorse a specific product for this project.

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