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As a homeowner, there are many different aspects of your property that need to be monitored and maintained to keep it in good condition as the years pass. Your concrete driveway is one of those commonly overlooked features that should be checked for wear and tear on a regular basis. Here are a few important ways your concrete driveway might be telling you that it’s in need of repairs:
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If you are at a point where you are looking to replace your home’s asphalt driveway, there are a few things you need to be aware of. It may be tempting to simply get a few quotes for the job, but it is also important to understand whether the estimate you are getting is the same from each contractor, and it includes everything you might be assuming it does. The following are three things to inquire about with a contractor when they visit your property: Read More»
Gravel is a common material for driveway paving, since it’s one of the more budget options and doesn’t require complicated installation. It’s especially valued by homeowners with long driveways. However, gravel can also be a good looking and even useful material for paving your driveway. Choose the right gravel, and have it properly installed for an attractive entrance to your home.
Choose the Gravel
Gravel is more than just a collection of small stones. Read More»
A concrete sealer is one of the best ways to ensure that you get the maximum lifespan from a concrete surface. Not only that, but applying a concrete sealer will also help to maintain your concrete’s appearance as time goes on. Yet many people struggle when it comes to deciding between a water or a solvent based sealer. This article will help you overcome such confusion, by discussing some similarities and differences between the two. Read More»
Demolition inside or around your home can be a good way to relief stress as you tear out drywall and pound out wall studs. When you need to demolish a concrete slab, the work to remove this type of heavy-duty material can be made easy with the right tools. Here are some instructions to help you demolish and remove a concrete slab you no longer need.
Demolish Concrete
To demolish a concrete slab, you are going to need equipment to break the slab into small pieces so you can easily remove them. Read More»
The foundation of your home does more than simply hold the house above the soil, it also supports the building itself, helps to resist movement of the soil beneath the building, provides insulation and it prevents moisture or water damage from occurring. Stability is the key when constructing a strong foundation and while concrete is one of the most durable materials used for foundations; its stability relies on the construction site being properly prepared. Read More»
When you are planning to pour concrete during winter or in cold weather, it is important to make sure the temperature will be above 35 degrees F to ensure a proper cure. When concrete is mixed with water and poured, cold weather with lower temperatures can cause the concrete to not cure properly and even freeze. To avoid this and prevent damage to your concrete’s strength and durability, here are two tips to help you. Read More»
If you notice an issue with your foundation or if you fear that there may be an issue with your foundation, then you are going to want to either get it fixed, or see if it needs to be fixed, right away. Waiting to have your foundation fixed can cause a plethora of issues for you. The foundation is the base of your home and is what is holding the entire thing together. Read More»
Do you have a concrete driveway on your property? If so, it was likely coated shortly after the installation. Contractors generally perform concrete sealing after the concrete has cured. If it is done prematurely, it may negatively impact the curing process. At some point, seal coating will need to be done again. This is something that some property owners do not realize and it can lead to unnecessary paving damages. The following are a few key reasons concrete sealing is essential. Read More»
If you have flowerbeds on your property, you might have never thought about using landscaping timber to “edge” the areas around them. However, this can be a great option to look into. These are a few of the main reasons why.
1. Help Prevent Erosion
One excellent benefit of putting in landscaping timber is the fact that it can help prevent erosion. If your property is on a slope, you might have found that it’s tough to keep your soil and mulch in place, since it might wash away when it rains. Read More»
