Cracked concrete steps are a liability building owners cannot ignore
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Cracked or crumbling concrete steps put visitors at risk of slips and falls, and Ontario's Occupiers' Liability Act holds property owners responsible for unsafe conditions. Early repair reduces accident risk, avoids costly claims, and keeps entrances safe for tenants, staff, and guests year round. Why concrete steps deteriorate faster in Toronto Toronto's freeze-thaw cycle is one of the toughest tests concrete faces anywhere in Canada. Water seeps into small surface cracks, freezes, expands, and widens the damage with every winter. Add road salt, heavy foot traffic, and decades-old construction, and it's easy to see why so many low-rise and high-rise properties across the city end up with Step Deterioration long before the rest of the building shows its age. Common causes include: Freeze-thaw cycling and moisture intrusion De-icing salt corrosion on rebar and surface concrete Poor original drainage or grading around the entrance ...