CONCRETE REPAIR
Concrete Damage Doesn't Stop on Its Own
Engineered solutions to address concrete deterioration, restore structural integrity and extend the service life of assets across British Columbia.
Retro delivers concrete repair and structural restoration for commercial, residential, industrial and infrastructure projects.
Retro delivers concrete repair and structural restoration for commercial, residential, industrial and infrastructure projects.
Concrete Deterioration Doesn't Wait for a Convenient Time
A crack or rust stain that looks like a surface defect may be the first visible sign of reinforcing steel corrosion already in progress.
Spalling and delamination often mean moisture has reached the rebar, corrosion has expanded and the bond within the concrete has begun to fail.
Concrete that appears stable can still be hiding chloride-induced deterioration below the surface.
Every season without a repair gives moisture, freeze-thaw cycling and corrosion more time to expand the damage and increase the eventual scope.
These are not just cosmetic problems.
They are structural performance, safety and lifecycle cost problems. They need a contractor who identifies what is driving the deterioration before recommending the nearest patch.
Spalling and delamination often mean moisture has reached the rebar, corrosion has expanded and the bond within the concrete has begun to fail.
Concrete that appears stable can still be hiding chloride-induced deterioration below the surface.
Every season without a repair gives moisture, freeze-thaw cycling and corrosion more time to expand the damage and increase the eventual scope.
These are not just cosmetic problems.
They are structural performance, safety and lifecycle cost problems. They need a contractor who identifies what is driving the deterioration before recommending the nearest patch.
Restore Your Concrete Structure With Confidence
Targeted concrete repair can restore performance and extend the service life of a structure without full replacement.
Whether you are dealing with spalling concrete, reinforcing steel corrosion, chloride exposure or several connected failures, Retro develops a specification-driven repair strategy around the actual condition of your structure.
Whether you are dealing with spalling concrete, reinforcing steel corrosion, chloride exposure or several connected failures, Retro develops a specification-driven repair strategy around the actual condition of your structure.
Concrete Repair Solutions
We provide integrated repair, corrosion mitigation and protection services tailored to the condition, exposure and performance requirements of each structure.
Concrete elements showing cracking, spalling or delamination
Retro identifies the cause and extent of deterioration before removing unsound concrete, treating affected reinforcement and rebuilding the repair area.
Reinforcing steel affected by moisture, chlorides or active corrosion
Retro exposes, cleans and protects deteriorated reinforcing steel before restoring the surrounding concrete with compatible repair materials.
Parkades and traffic decks with connected concrete and waterproofing failures
Retro coordinates concrete repair, membrane replacement and joint rehabilitation as one integrated scope rather than a series of disconnected repairs.
Concrete exposed to ongoing moisture, traffic or environmental deterioration
Protective systems reduce water and chloride ingress, slow future deterioration and extend the useful life of completed repairs.
CASE STUDY EXAMPLE
Concrete repair and waterproofing in an occupied residential parkade, completed on schedule
A Metro Vancouver residential parkade with active concrete deterioration, reinforcing steel corrosion and a failed waterproofing membrane required full restoration while remaining open to residents.
Retro completed a detailed condition assessment, specified the appropriate repair and waterproofing systems and executed the work across four phases without a full parkade closure.
Retro completed a detailed condition assessment, specified the appropriate repair and waterproofing systems and executed the work across four phases without a full parkade closure.
42KSq. Ft.
Restored
4 Phases
Zero full closures
0 Delays
Completed on schedule
Industries we serve
Retro delivers concrete repair and structural restoration across commercial, residential, institutional and infrastructure assets throughout British Columbia.
Parking structures and parkades
Continuous traffic, chloride exposure and waterproofing failures make parkades some of the most aggressive concrete deterioration environments in British Columbia.
Commercial and mixed-use buildings
Retro phases concrete repair around tenants, customers and operational schedules so the asset can remain functional during restoration.
Strata and multi-residential buildings
Concrete deterioration in occupied residential buildings requires close coordination with strata councils, property managers and residents.
Infrastructure and institutional facilities
Public structures require concrete repairs that account for safety, access, documentation and long-term structural performance.
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Why Choose Retro for Concrete Repair
Retro was built for concrete repairs where the visible damage is only part of the problem.
For more than 35 years, we have worked with engineers, consultants, asset managers and property owners across British Columbia who needed a contractor that could diagnose accurately, execute the specified repair and keep the site operating.
Our work is diagnostic-first because a patch is only as durable as the investigation, material selection and surface preparation behind it.
When deterioration is active and the cost of getting the repair wrong is high, Retro brings the specialist experience the project requires
For more than 35 years, we have worked with engineers, consultants, asset managers and property owners across British Columbia who needed a contractor that could diagnose accurately, execute the specified repair and keep the site operating.
Our work is diagnostic-first because a patch is only as durable as the investigation, material selection and surface preparation behind it.
When deterioration is active and the cost of getting the repair wrong is high, Retro brings the specialist experience the project requires
36+ Years of Local Resillience
Retro has been restoring BC structures since the late 1980s. Decades of experience means faster diagnosis, fewer surprises, and specs built for BC's climate and conditions.
9,455+ Restoration Projects Completed
In specialty contracting, experience is the ultimate risk-mitigator. If it’s a concrete or structural challenge, we’ve seen it, solved it, and warrantied it.
Surgical Accuracy, Zero Disruption
We specialize in high-traffic, live environments (stadiums, transit, occupied residential). We plan meticulously so your operations never stop.
Yes, Most Concrete Damage Can Be Repaired. And Other Questions Answered.
Common causes include reinforcing steel corrosion, chloride exposure, freeze-thaw cycling and water infiltration through cracks, membranes and joints. These conditions often work together, which is why visible damage may represent a larger underlying problem.
In many cases, damaged concrete can be repaired without replacing the full structural element. The appropriate approach depends on the extent of deterioration, the condition of the reinforcing steel and the cause of the failure.
The appearance of a crack alone does not always reveal its significance. Its width, location, movement pattern and surrounding conditions must be assessed before determining whether it requires sealing, injection, monitoring or structural intervention.
A properly designed and installed repair can extend service life for many years or decades. Performance depends heavily on diagnosing the cause, preparing the substrate correctly and selecting materials compatible with the existing concrete and exposure conditions.
Yes. Most Retro projects are completed in active buildings and operational facilities. We phase and sequence work around occupancy, access and site requirements.
The affected concrete is removed so the steel can be exposed, cleaned and assessed. Depending on its condition, the reinforcement may be treated, supplemented or replaced before compatible repair material is installed.
Not always, but coatings, sealers or waterproofing systems may be recommended where ongoing moisture or chloride exposure could cause future deterioration.
Yes. Retro regularly completes specification-driven repairs in coordination with structural engineers, building envelope consultants and other project stakeholders.
Duration depends on the size and depth of repairs, access, curing requirements, occupancy constraints and whether waterproofing or structural work is also required. A phased schedule is developed during scoping.
Cost depends on the extent of deterioration, access, repair depth and systems required. A site assessment provides the information needed to develop a reliable scope and budget.
We document the conditions, communicate them to the client and consultant and present any required scope adjustment before proceeding.
The first step is a site consultation. Retro reviews the visible deterioration, available documentation and site conditions before recommending the next stage of assessment or repair.