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The document details observations and corrective solutions for cracks in floors and walls across three locations: the basement, first floor, and ground floor. Each section outlines specific issues, such as settlement, differential movement, and inadequate repairs, along with recommended repair methods including crack filling, structural assessments, and surface treatments. The document emphasizes the importance of addressing underlying structural problems to prevent future damage.

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Floor

The document details observations and corrective solutions for cracks in floors and walls across three locations: the basement, first floor, and ground floor. Each section outlines specific issues, such as settlement, differential movement, and inadequate repairs, along with recommended repair methods including crack filling, structural assessments, and surface treatments. The document emphasizes the importance of addressing underlying structural problems to prevent future damage.

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Floor

No 01
Location Basement, near the wash room
Observation The floor shows a visible crack running
along its length, which extends to the wall.
This type of crack is often due to
settlement issues, inadequate jointing, or
shrinkage during curing.
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Corrective solution Crack Filling:


• Clean the crack to remove
dust, debris, or loose
material.
• Fill the crack with an epoxy
resin or a cementitious crack
repair material suitable for
structural cracks.
Structural Assessment:
• Conduct an assessment to
ensure there is no underlying
foundation settlement
causing the crack.
• If required, stabilize the
subgrade using underpinning
or soil injection techniques.
Expansion Joints:
• If the crack is due to thermal
movement, introduce or
repair expansion joints in the
flooring
No 02
Location First floor
Observation The wall and adjacent floor show cracks
near the joint, indicating possible
differential movement between the wall
and the floor slab or improper bonding
during construction.
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Corrective solution Wall and Floor Crack Repair:


• Clean and fill the cracks on
the wall and floor using
suitable patching materials.
• Apply a flexible sealant at the
wall-floor joint to
accommodate any minor
future movement.
Structural Inspection:
• Inspect for load-induced
stress, settlement, or
improper construction
detailing causing the cracks.
• Rectify structural faults, if
identified.
No 03
Location Ground floor
Observation The floor displays a long linear crack with
signs of prior patchwork that appears to be
failing. The recurring nature suggests
inadequate repair or ongoing structural
stress.
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Corrective solution Remove and Replace Failing


Repair:
• Remove the existing patch
material completely.
• Refill with a higher-quality,
durable floor repair mortar or
epoxy filler.
Check for Reinforcement Issues:
• Verify if the crack is caused by
corrosion of reinforcements
or improper concrete mix
proportions.
• Address reinforcement issues
and ensure proper anti-
corrosion treatment.
Surface Treatment:
• Apply a self-leveling
compound to restore the
surface finish.
• Add a protective coating to
prevent moisture ingress.

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