Brickwork is the robust foundation of many buildings, but remains vulnerable to wear and tear. Sanacon combines practical experience with scientific research to accurately analyze the causes of damage. We provide independent advice and cost-effective repair strategies for a safe, sustainable structure.
Cracking and crumbling masonry are often just the visible symptoms of a deeper structural problem. As a design firm, we primarily see the following types of damage:
Foundation settlements: Changes in the subsoil lead to typical diagonal or stepped cracks in the facade.
Steel Corrosion: Rusting cavity ties or steel lintels expand and irreversibly destroy the surrounding masonry.
Thermal stresses: Insufficient freedom of movement (expansion) in the facade causes the material to crack to release built-up pressure.
Moisture and frost damage: Leads to flaking bricks and pulverization of the structural joint mortar.
Overload: A changed load, for example during a renovation, can exceed the local load-bearing capacity of the wall.
Sanacon chooses an engineering approach that focuses on structural and sustainable recovery rather than treating symptoms. We guide you through the following steps:
Analysis and monitoring: We investigate the exact cause of the damage and measure whether existing cracks are still active.
Stability calculations: We reconstruct the forces and accurately determine the remaining load-bearing capacity of the masonry.
Independent advice: Based on our engineering, you will receive an objective, clear, and practically applicable report.
Customised restoration: We design innovative solutions, such as structural anchoring (e.g. spiral anchors), to restore stability and avoid unnecessary demolition.
Guaranteed safety: All our solutions extend the lifespan of your structure and meet the strictest safety standards.
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