1.1—Use of this document
This document provides guidance on selection of materials
and application methods for the repair, protection, and
strengthening of concrete structures. The information is
applicable to repairing damaged or deteriorated concrete
structures, correcting design or construction deficiencies, or
upgrading a structure for new uses or to meet more restrictive
building codes.
This guide summarizes current practices in concrete repair
and provides sufficient information for the initial planning of
repair work and for selecting suitable repair materials and
application methods for specific conditions. Many of the
topics covered in this guide are more extensively covered in
other ACI committee documents. Readers of this guide should
refer to the appropriate documents of other ACI committees
and other industry resources for additional information