Long-span glue laminated beams are extremely strong, but occasionally they do need repairs. Delamination, overloading , age, stress, and structural damage can all contribute to glulam beam failure. When you need glulam beam repair, The Structures Group can help. As a design-build firm, we offer the building and engineering expertise you need for all types of structural repairs.

Causes of Glulam Beam Failure

Stress from Overloading

When a glulam beam becomes stressed beyond its load capacity, it may buckle or break. Atypical loading events, additional loading after original construction, or changes to the structure can all affect the beam’s integrity.

Cumulative Damage

Age plays a role in glulam beam failure. Deterioration of the glue or wood over time weakens the beam’s integrity and can cause it to split or break. Beams older than forty years may become more vulnerable to creep rupture and delamination. 

Structural Damage

Damage to the structure from weather, earthquakes, landslides, floods, or fires can cause glulam beams to fail. Structural damage or an impact to the building might suddenly overload one or more beams, forcing them to crack or break.

Structural Changes

Alterations to a building’s structure can also contribute to glulam beam failure. Adding additional stress by overloading the roof could compromise beam integrity. Or, if a beam suffers damage during renovations, it might fracture from impact or stress.

Glulam Beam Repair

Repairs can restore structural integrity to damaged glulam beams. Quick intervention will prevent damage from stress on other beams and purlins. Depending on the extent of the damage, you may be able to repair the damaged section rather than replace an entire beam.

Contact Us

Hiring the right contractor makes a huge difference, especially when your repairs require structural engineering. For glulam beam repair in the southwest, contact The Structures Group. Our expert team will provide sound structural repairs that fit your budget. We are licensed in Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Colorado, Utah and Texas. Call 1-800-270-2372 or send a message to info@structuresgroup.com to learn more.