Steel Beam Defects: Surface Rust (If Painted)
Beams in need of paint
CAUSES
Paint has weathered away
Paint has peeled off
Corrosion due to chlorides and moisture
RECOMMENDED REPAIRS
INITIAL COST
EXPECTED LIFE
Spot paint affected areas if less than 20% of the surface area or if very localized
$7.50/SF
10 years
Completely remove and repaint
$5/SF
18 years
EXAMPLE
Spot painting Complete recoating