The Atlantic Seaboard, as in any coastal area, is predisposed to structural challenges. High winds, excessive sea spray and persistent rain on top of extreme fluctuations in temperatures, can lead to structural damage.

Structural repairs in Cape Town involves identifying and assessing the damaged area, breaking open the structure, repairing and sealing again before waterproofing and painting.

Spalling is the rusting of steel reinforcement that is caused by a range of factors. 

These include:

• Reaction to chemicals

• Severe stress

• Reaction to excessive water

• Exposure to the atmosphere without the necessary protective coatings

• Structural damage can lead to collapse and should be treated as soon as there is any signs of damage.

These signs include:

• Leaking

• Structural cracks

• Appearance of rust-like stains