Bridge Repair

Thomson & Thomson, Inc. is well known for their expertise in the use of epoxy injection and polymer modified concrete decking installation. They also replace caps and piling as necessary.

Epoxy Injection

Use of epoxy injection for crack repair is a specialized skill that Thomson & Thomson, Inc. has perfected with years of experience. Epoxy injection uses epoxy resin to penetrate concrete cracks for the structural restoration of the concrete. Use of the epoxy injection method for repair is sometimes an alternative to building a new bridge – a considerable cost savings – and it usually restores the original structural integrity of the bridge.

Quality site preparation and experience are critical elements for the best performance of epoxy injection to repair concrete cracks, delamination of bridge decks and hollow planes on concrete bridge piers. Thomson & Thomson, Inc. brings experienced supervisors, crew and quality controlled continuous mix epoxy injection machines to bridge repairs. Careful individual consideration is given to each structures particular needs and preparation for the epoxy injection.

Freeze and thaw damage, traffic, water and chemicals are continual hazards to bridges. Epoxy seals out chemicals and water that enter through cracks and deteriorate the bridge. Repair is extremely important for insuring the maximum life span of bridges in all climates. It is especially important where salt application is applied for winter road safety. The unremoved salt works its way through the concrete and then reacts with the steel reinforcement of the bridge.

Polymer modified concrete decking installation

Polymer modified concrete decking installation is performed by Thomson & Thomson, Inc. to increase the lifespan of the bridge by providing a desirable protective coating. Coating the bridge deck with polymer modified concrete decking makes a bridge less permeable to water, increases the life of the bridge and increases public safety by making the bridge more skid resistant.

Polymer modified concrete decking installation, an especially tricky construction technique for waterproofing bridge decks, is a specialty of the firm.

"Our men are so good and the polymer modified concrete decking installation is proven to be so successful that other states are inviting us to bid on their projects," said Mac Thomson, secretary/treasurer of Thomson & Thomson, Inc. "We give them what they want – quality repair work at savings in cost."