Robert Higgins
Involved with waterproofing and restoration of buildings and specialized in concrete. Have been involved with several committees with professional groups such as ICRI (first chair for moisture testing), CSI, speaking at national and regional conferences, authored the Flooring industry “White Paper” for the WFCA (World Floor Covering Association), moisture test instructor for the Academy of Textiles and Flooring, guest instructor for ICRI. Authored many articles regarding weather and environmental durability of concrete in multiple publications. Currently involved with IICRC Committee S230 and NFCA (National Floor Covering Association) “best practices” for moisture testing concrete prior to installation of Floor Materials.
Nov. 26, 2024
EP #105: Rethinking Concrete Moisture Testing
In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, Seth and Bob Higgins discuss the complexities of moisture testing in concrete. They explore the misconceptions surrounding moisture dynamics, the importance of time of installat…
May 21, 2024
EP #087: The Importance of Properly Curing Concrete
In this Concrete Logic Podcast episode, Seth and Robert Higgins discuss the importance of curing concrete properly and the impact it has on the durability and sustainability of concrete. They highlight the historical practic…
Feb. 1, 2024
EP #075: How to Unlearn Everything You Know About Moisture in Concrete
Summary In this episode, Seth interviews Robert Higgins, a flooring concrete consultant specialist, about the issue of moisture in old concrete. Robert explains that moisture in older concrete is caused by a condition called…
Aug. 17, 2023
EP #057: Concrete Chemistry from Cement's Perspective
Join us on the latest episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast as we delve into the intricacies of cement production with industry veterans Pete Paone and Robert Higgins. We’re pulling back the curtain on cement kiln dust, its …
Aug. 10, 2023
EP #056: Concrete's Potential
🎧 Join us on the Concrete Logic Podcast as we explore the fascinating world of concrete alkalinity and its impact on the longevity of concrete structures. Our returning guest, Robert Higgins, sheds light on the changes in ce…
March 9, 2023
EP #041 - Typical Concrete Vapor Barrier Detail Defies Science
Are we detailing the placement of vapor barrier in the typical slab-on-ground design all wrong? When moisture develops on a concrete surface, where is it coming from? Below the surface or above? Bob Higgins, a concrete and w…