There is more and more being reported in the news media about sulfate damage to homes. What is it, and what does it do?
Sulfate is a naturally occurring salt compound that is commonly found throughout coastal areas. When the soil becomes wet from irrigation or heavy rainfall, the sulfate dissolves in the water and seeps into improperly mixed concrete and literally eats away the paste that holds the concrete together. Once the deterioration starts, it can’t be stopped.
