While it’s important to enjoy the last few months of fall, it’s always a good idea to look ahead and prepare for the winter weather. Concrete may be one of the most resilient building materials but it still requires maintenance and repairs from time to time. Concrete is a porous material that can allow moisture […]
Reviving Your Garage Floor Concrete Cleaning, Sealing, & Maintenance in Buffalo, NY and Surrounding Areas With autumn approaching most Western New Yorkers are looking ahead and preparing their homes for the winter weather on the horizon. If you plan on parking your vehicle in the garage, it’s always advised to make sure your concrete floors […]
As the sun shines and temperatures climb throughout Western New York most people are spending more time outside. Concrete may be one of the most durable materials used in construction but even low-maintenance materials need a little TLC from time to time. So whether you plan on lounging around your pool, grilling on your patio […]
…The Time To Reseal Your Concrete That Is! Concrete driveways should typically last home owners around 30 years. While there are a variety of factors that can contribute to the deterioration of your concrete surfaces there are ways to protect them. Sealing your concrete can extend the life of all your surfaces, ward off stains […]
Spring Showers Wreaking Havoc On Your Concrete? A properly maintained concrete driveway can last 20 to 30 years depending on climate. Concrete is one of the strongest building materials used in construction, however nothing lasts forever. Unfortunately, age, climate and mother nature can slowly begin to chip away at the life of your driveway. But […]
Oil stains on your driveway or parking lot can be an eyesore. Accidents happen but that doesn’t mean you should be left with a black stain on an otherwise clean surface. Whether it’s motor oil, gasoline, grease, or hydraulic, brake or radiator fluid, with a little time and effort you can make those stains disappear. […]
Finding the right product for a job takes careful consideration. Bravo! Concrete Maintenance is proud to use a unique rubberized, non skid surface coating called “Bravo Tuff”. Using a combination of urethanes, acrylics, copolymers and adding recycled rubber crumb aggregate, Bravo Tuff can be applied to a variety of different surfaces for any number of […]
Cracks in your concrete can be an unsightly blemish to your otherwise pristine driveway or sidewalk. Usually the first reaction most of us have is “how did this happen?!”. Cracks in concrete can form for a variety of reasons; climate, nature and human error can all be contributing factors. Reasons Concrete Cracks Excess Water Concrete […]
Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow Here in Buffalo snow and ice come with the territory. Rock salt used to be the traditional go-to for removing ice from concrete, however as we pointed out in “The Environmental Effects of Road Salt” the negative ecological impact of road salt far outweighs its effectiveness. […]
Concrete, the most common option for sidewalks and driveways, is chosen for its strength and longevity. A well maintained slab of concrete can last decades. In spite of its strength and resilience, no material is maintenance free. Problems can and do occur. A common focus when maintaining concrete is the prevention of spalling. What Is […]