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Did the winter weather do a number on your concrete? Try Concrete leveling!
Did you read about how cold weather affects concrete? The winter weather can damage your concrete by slowing down, or possibly stopping, the reaction that causes crystals to form while the concrete is setting. Keep an eye out as the ...
How Cold Weather Affects Concrete
Concrete is an extremely durable surface, however the cold weather can do a number on it. The American Concrete Institute (ACI) definition of cold-weather in terms of concreting is “a period when for more than three successive days the average ...
Stamped Concrete FAQ
Why do people choose stamped concrete? Decorative stamped concrete is appealing for a variety of reasons. First, it is a more affordable alternative to pavers and natural stone, especially when it comes to patios, driveways, walkways and pool decks. It ...
Top Concrete Maintenance Tips
The great thing about concrete is that once it is installed, it doesn't require extensive care and upkeep. However, you can only avoid serious issues and repairs if you take the proper measures to maintain your concrete investment. The following ...
Winterize Your Concrete
We all know that concrete is an extremely durable surface. However, certain techniques can extend the life of your concrete even further. For the most part, any damage that occurs to concrete is going to happen during the harsh winter ...
Staining Concrete Patios
Staining your concrete is a highly versatile and economic way to upgrade the look of your existing concrete patio. Stains give you the ability to introduce subtle hints, bold design accents and custom graphics. Because they penetrate deeply into the ...
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Concrete resurfacing
Concrete resurfacing is a way to make your old concrete driveway look new again. Concrete resurfacing can be an alternative to replacing your driveway because it helps to fix cracks, discoloration, surface imperfections, and more. Here are some options you ...
Studded tires on your driveway
Studded tires are good for traction in the snow, but aren’t the best for your driveway. Studded tires make holes in your driveway, especially if you have an asphalt driveway. To avoid the damage, keep your driveway sealed and avoid ...
Driveway depressions
Driveway depressions are low areas of pavement that don’t penetrate the asphalt and are usually caused by poor compaction from paving. Water can build up in the depressions over time and cause them to become weak. Here are some ways ...
Repair damages quickly
It’s important to repair damages on your driveway as quickly as possible so further damage isn’t inflicted. If you don’t repair cracks quickly, they could fill up with water, freeze, and then expand causing the crack to become bigger. If ...
Soil Stabilization
Soil stabilization is the process of altering the soil composition to add increased support and stability to improve the overall engineering properties of an area. Soil erodes and becomes weak over time and causes any pavement on top of it ...
Should gravel driveways have driveway fabric?
Driveway fabric is a heavy-duty woven fabric that is used for gravel driveways to help prevent rust and potholes from occurring. It serves as a separation layer between the gravel driveway and the ground. The question is: Is it necessary ...