Granite countertops, floors, walls, etc, are a common feature in many homes and businesses. In addition to its striking appearance, granite is a very durable material that can last for centuries. However, under certain conditions granite can become damaged and cracked. When this happens, it’s important to call a granite crack repair specialist as soon as possible.
Granite cracks are like cracks in your windshield. Stress causes the cracks to expand, becoming longer and wider. Without immediate attention, these cracks could cause the granite to split apart into different pieces.
Call the Los Angeles Granite Crack Repair Experts at Fuller Granite Repair
When Los Angeles area home and business owners experience cracks in their granite slabs, they turn to Fuller Granite Repair for expert solutions. Our team of technicians has the tools and expertise to repair and restore just about any type of granite damage, including cracks, stains, and chips.
Most DIY repair approaches only provide a temporary fix to the problem. Call Fuller Granite Repair before the damage becomes so extensive that you’re forced to replace a slab.
Granite Cracks Around the Sink
One of the most common types of granite cracks is those that form around a bathroom or kitchen sink. Steel rods placed inside the granite to provide support can become affected by water intrusion. This intrusion can cause the rod to rust and expand, placing pressure on the surrounding granite. When the pressure gets too much, the granite begins to crack. These types of cracks usually appear at the front or back end of the sink running parallel to the front edge.
Granite Crack Repairs
There are two approaches to repairing these types of cracks: steel rod replacement and epoxy injection method.
Steel rod replacement involves removing the affected granite pieces to expose the steel rod. The rod is extracted and replaced and the affected area is cleaned. The granite pieces are then epoxyed back into place.
During the epoxy injection method, the cracked granite is cleaned out and dried with a heat gun. Epoxy is then injected into the crack. It coats the steel rod, holding the granite pieces together. Once the epoxy has set, the granite surface is smoothed and polished. Pigmented epoxies are used to match the color scheme of the surrounding granite surface.
Full-Service Granite Repair and Maintenance
Fuller Granite Repair has provided expert granite repair services to homes and businesses in the South Bay and Orange County since 1993. We offer a complete range of granite repair and maintenance services, including granite cleaning, polishing, restoration, and sealing. Our team of licensed, insured contractors uses the highest quality products, epoxies, and tools, including steam cleaners, pressure washers, and specially formulated natural granite cleaners and conditioners.
If your granite surfaces are starting to become faded, cracked, or show other signs of wear, give the Los Angeles granite repair experts at Fuller Granite Repair a call. You can contact Fuller Granite Repair through our website or call us at 855-289-1738 to learn how we can help you keep your granite features looking their best.