Ensuring Structural Integrity and Long-Term Safety
Our concrete durability assessments provide specialist evaluation of the condition and longevity of concrete structures in high-rise residential buildings. For councils, housing associations, and social landlords, these assessments are essential to manage structural risk, plan maintenance, and support building safety compliance.
Concrete deterioration, if left unaddressed, can compromise structural integrity, reduce service life, and increase repair costs. Our assessments help landlords and building owners identify potential issues early and make informed, cost-effective decisions.
What Is a Concrete Durability Assessment?
A concrete durability assessment is a detailed inspection and analysis of concrete elements to evaluate their condition, resistance to environmental and chemical attack, and remaining service life. Assessments may include:
- Structural columns, beams, and floor slabs
- External façades, balconies, and walkways
- Precast panels and cladding systems
- Reinforcement corrosion and carbonation levels
- Signs of spalling, cracking, or water ingress
These assessments determine the current durability and future performance of the concrete, supporting both maintenance and remediation planning.
Why Concrete Durability Assessments Matter
High-rise buildings rely heavily on concrete for structural stability. Concrete durability assessments help landlords and building owners to:
- Identify early signs of deterioration such as corrosion, cracking, and spalling
- Prevent structural failures and safety risks to residents
- Plan targeted maintenance, refurbishment, or repair programmes
- Support compliance with the Building Safety Act and structural safety regulations
- Inform long-term capital investment and lifecycle planning
By understanding the condition of concrete elements, organisations can make proactive, evidence-based decisions and reduce costly reactive repairs.
Our Assessment Approach
We combine technical expertise, testing, and analysis to deliver comprehensive concrete condition assessments:
- Desktop Review – analysis of building drawings, structural specifications, previous inspections, and maintenance records.
- On-Site Inspection – visual assessment of exposed concrete, identification of defects, cracks, or spalling, and evaluation of environmental exposure.
- Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) – techniques such as rebound hammer testing, ultrasonic pulse velocity, and cover meter surveys to evaluate concrete strength and reinforcement location.
- Sampling and Laboratory Analysis – where required, concrete cores or chemical tests to assess carbonation depth, chloride content, or other durability factors.
- Reporting – comprehensive, evidence-based report including findings, risk assessment, and recommended remedial or monitoring actions.
Deliverables and Reporting
Clients receive a clear, actionable report that includes:
- Detailed assessment of concrete condition and durability
- Identification and classification of defects and deterioration
- Risk assessment and prioritisation for remedial action
- Recommendations for repair, strengthening, or ongoing monitoring
- Supporting evidence for Building Safety Case submissions, regulatory compliance, and capital planning
Reports are written in plain English and designed for both technical teams and senior decision-makers.
Why Choose Us?
We have extensive experience assessing high-rise residential buildings for structural integrity and durability. Our team combines structural engineering expertise, practical insight, and knowledge of regulatory requirements to deliver assessments that are reliable, defensible, and actionable.
Concrete durability assessments enable landlords and housing providers to protect residents, manage risk, and ensure long-term building safety.