Because so many manufactured concrete products are usually kept in stock, if you need more than what was originally ordered, it is easy to increase the amount to meet your demand. No need to stop and wait on a pour; just order per item.
Adding a concrete curb is a great way to raise the value of your property! In fact, concrete curbs give a driveway the kind of clean neat lines that translate in terms of property and resale value. Homeowners and real estate agents love curbs because they create…you guessed it, "curb appeal!"
Are you concerned that delays at the beginning of construction could cause issues later in the schedule? We’re always happy to work with you to ensure you have your concrete when it’s time to pour the slab.
Because manufactured concrete products are produced in highly controlled environments, they offer superior characteristics, such as minimal permeability, when compared to similar products poured on-site under less-than-ideal conditions.
One of the main problems with using asphalt for your businesses parking lot is how much the sun will be attracted to that dark surface. When you don’t want your parking lot to mimic the Sahara in the summer, concrete is a better option.
If you have problems with pests in your landscape, concrete can be an excellent solution. It is termite, mold and mildew resistant, and does not attract small mammals like some wood finishing products can. Concrete is also fireproof and durable.
It has been proven, in a recent study, that pre-cast concrete has a longevity of 100 years or more. With this in mind, this makes it easier to choose when calculating project costs and the quality of materials that will be used.
Wood was a natural progression as a foundation material from rock. One style was the poteaux-sur-sol, or "post on a sill," which used wooden posts to hang the frame of the home on to.
Ordering concrete is not just for large construction jobs, of general contractors. If you are a do-it-yourself type, we will gladly supply the concrete you need, delivered to your location. No project is too small.
Pooling around the foundation can cause problems. Fill in uneven areas around a slab with dirt or install a drain to draw water away from the foundation.
Concrete is exceptionally adaptable; it can be stamped and colored to look like stone, brick, or other curbing materials creating an inviting trompe l’oeile effect around your home or building.
Concrete is one of the strongest building materials around that can last for thousands of years. In fact, the largest unreinforced solid concrete dome was built by the ancient Romans in 126 AD as part of the Pantheon, and is still a popular tourist attraction to this day.
Precast concrete products are fireproof, protecting against the spread of fire between rooms or properties. In addition, the concrete cannot catch fire, burn, or drip molten particles onto more flammable surfaces.
For a long time, getting a hard, durable building that had a variety of shapes meant carefully carving and cutting stone, which drove up construction costs and time. Concrete changed all of that, since it can be molded to fit any shape, then it will cure to be as hard as stone.
Water-reducing admixtures are designed to reduce the amount of water needed in the concrete mix, usually from 5% to 10% for low-range reducers and 12% to 30% for high-range ones. Basically, the lower the water to cement ratio, the greater the strength of the concrete.
Did you know foundation problems can cause floor tiles to crack and hardwood flooring to buckle and warp? In fact, warped hardwood floors (especially if you have a slab foundation) are a sure sign that something is wrong.
Concrete was used by a wide variety of ancient civilizations, including the Assyrians (around 700 BC) and ancient Greeks, but probably the most famous is the Romans. They made aqueducts and buildings like the Colosseum out of concrete made from quicklime, pozzolana, and pumice.
Houses in flood-prone areas can benefit from installing a foundation drainage system can help protect your investment. These drainage systems carefully remove water so the foundation isn’t flooded.
There are many benefits associated with concrete construction, but one of the least often mentioned is sustainability. Concrete, in fact, is extremely thermally efficient (naturally insulated), making it very energy efficient.
"A foundation that has tipped, bowed, or severely cracked requires substantial reinforcement to prevent further deterioration," writes HouseLogic.
A building’s foundation serves two purposes. First, it keeps you from having to sweep a dirt floor. Second, it supports the building and keeps it horizontal. Make sure you are investing in a foundation that does more than keep dirt from underfoot.
The first concrete road in the U.S. was laid by George Bartholomew in 1891. It was placed in Belefontaine, Ohio, and still survives today as a test to the strength and durability of concrete.
