Structural

Carbon Fiber Strap

Structural · definition

High-strength strips bonded to a bowing foundation wall to arrest further inward movement — a less invasive alternative to wall replacement for minor bowing.

Source: American Concrete Institute — ACI Concrete Terminology

  • Bond

    A surety bond is a guarantee from a third party that the contractor will complete the work (performance bond) or pay subs and suppliers (…

  • Foundation

    The structure (slab, crawl space, or basement) that transfers the building's load to the ground. Foundation condition underlies the feasi…

  • CMU (Concrete Masonry Unit)

    A concrete block used for foundation and structural walls, often grouted and reinforced with rebar at intervals.

  • Cantilever

    A structural member extending beyond its support, loaded at the free end (e.g., a bumped-out floor or balcony). Backspan and connection a…

  • Collar Tie / Rafter Tie

    Horizontal members resisting rafter spread (rafter tie, low) or uplift (collar tie, high). Removing them to open a ceiling causes the roo…

  • Bowing Wall

    A foundation wall pushed inward by soil or hydrostatic pressure. Severity dictates the fix — straps, anchors, bracing, or rebuild.

  • Control Joint

    A tooled or cut groove that pre-determines where concrete will crack as it shrinks, keeping cracks straight and hidden rather than random.

  • Blocking / Bridging

    Short pieces between joists or studs that stabilize members against twisting and distribute load. Often required at mid-span by code.

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