
Symptoms
Signs Your Concrete Surface Is Wearing Away
Concrete pitting and flaking typically start as minor surface changes that get harder to ignore over time. You might notice a rough, pockmarked finish, small chips that expose the aggregate below or areas where the top layer begins to peel away (concrete spalling). Damage usually shows up first along slab edges, steps and other spots exposed to moisture and de-icing salts. If your concrete feels rough underfoot in spots that used to be smooth, the surface layer has likely started to fail.
Causes
What Causes Concrete Pitting, Flaking & Spalling?
Surface damage to concrete doesn't develop overnight. Concrete pitting typically starts as small holes or shallow dips in the surface. As the deterioration progresses, the surface may begin flaking, and in more advanced cases, concrete spalling can occur as larger pieces break away. Much of this damage comes from years of exposure to moisture, freeze-thaw cycles, de-icing salts and everyday wear. Knowing what's driving the deterioration helps determine whether the concrete can be protected or if more extensive repairs are needed.
How Concrete Pitting & Flaking Takes Hold Over Time

Stage 1
A Healthy Concrete Surface
Concrete begins with a dense, smooth surface that naturally resists moisture and everyday wear. When properly protected, it can withstand years of exposure to weather, traffic, and seasonal changes.

Stage 2
Weather & Moisture Begin to Break It Down
Over time, water, de-icing salts, UV exposure and freeze-thaw cycles begin wearing away the concrete surface. Once water penetrates the slab, repeated freezing and thawing weaken the surface layer and hasten deterioration.

Stage 3
Visible Pitting, Flaking & Spalling
As the surface fails, small pits, chips and flakes begin to appear. Left untreated, the damage continues to spread, exposing more concrete to moisture and speeding up deterioration. SealantPro® works to protect concrete against additional moisture intrusion, slowing future surface deterioration and extending the life of the slab.
Benefits
Why Homeowners Trust Legacy Supportworks
Homeowners have trusted Legacy Supportworks to protect one of their biggest investments with repair solutions designed to last. We believe in fixing the root cause of the problem, not recommending replacement when a more effective, cost-conscious repair is available. As a member of the Supportworks network, we use engineered concrete repair systems that are backed by decades of research and proven performance.
From foundation and concrete repair to basement waterproofing, crawl space repair and gutter solutions, Legacy Supportworks offers comprehensive services to help protect your home from the ground up. We stand behind every job with industry-leading transferable warranties, and flexible financing options are available to help make repairs fit your budget.
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