About Us
Carousel Development and Restoration, Inc. is a concrete restoration company specializing in, but not limited to, the repair of high-rise condominiums, parking garages, recreational decks, and historical buildings. Carousel has a history dating back three generations. Our key employees have 50 years experience combined, and 15 years experience or more individually. Carousel has had its headquarters in Delray Beach, Florida, since 1979. We are qualified by two licensed general contractors, which offers additional protection to our Clients. Carousel has successfully completed a substantial number of condominiums, government, industrial and institutional restoration projects. Through our commitment to our Clients, our product knowledge, and personnel training, Carousel has proudly become South one of South Florida’s largest locally owned Structural Restoration Contractor.
Terminology used in the restoration business
1) Spall- deteriorated concrete
2) Slab spall- spall on a deck or patio
3) Through spall- spall that goes completely through the slab
4) Overhead spall- spall on the ceiling
5) Rebar- steel located in a slab
Getting started with your contractor and what to know
1) A Structural engineer should be hired to evaluate your needs and guide you through the bidding process.
2) Make sure that any contractor hired is experienced, licenses, bonded and insured.
3) Generally speaking the work performed should come with a 5 year warranty.
4) Establish a funding plan between the Condominium Association and the Unit owners
5) For any questions and concerns contact between you and your contractor will be maintained through the Supervisor.
Basic Knowledge about Concrete Restoration
1) What is Concrete Repair, Restoration? It is the practice of fixing deteriorated concrete, as well as cleaning and applying a sealant to ensure future protection. If the damage is deep, the concrete will be removed and re-surfaced.
2) The most common reason for concrete repair and restoration is moisture. Moisture is the most damaging force to concrete. If you have cracked or damaged concrete, it is much easier for water to seep through and this causes further damage to the structure.
Basic Repairing Methods
1) Epoxy Coatings & Injection
2) Expansion Joints
3) Fiber Reinforced Polymers
4) High Pressure Washing
5) Penetrating Sealers
6) Post-Tension Cable Repair
7) Rout & Sealing
8) Shot Blasting
9) Urethane Foam Injection
10) Chemical Resistant Coatings
11) Cementitious Coatings
12) Concrete Repair / Maintenance
