Concrete Construction

Common Problems with Concrete

Concrete is the most durable pavement material available to contractors, but if it is not installed or maintained properly, it will eventually develop problems. The most common problems with concrete include: Severe cracking Crazing, delamination and other surface defects Spalling and joint failures Heaving Base failures These issues may be severe enough to threaten the […]

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How to Read a Quote from a Concrete Contractor

If you are about to break ground on a concrete pavement project, you will need to become familiar with how to read a quote from a concrete contractor. Every quote includes several important pieces of data that you will need to know before committing to the job. Be sure the quote includes the following information:

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Concrete Curbs and Gutters

Concrete Curbs and Gutters

Concrete Curbs and Gutters: Their Benefits and Construction Process Concrete curbs and gutters serve multiple roles on commercial properties. They are vital for pavement support, promote efficient drainage, protect pedestrian and motorist safety, expand space for roadside elements, and improve the property’s appearance. If you are developing, or have developed, a commercial property, it’s not

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Asphalt vs. Concrete Road Construction

Asphalt and concrete are both top choices in road construction, and almost all of the roads you’ll drive on are made from one of these materials. Cost, maintenance, durability, performance – each has their pros and cons, so there isn’t a clear winner between asphalt vs. concrete road construction. Which material will work best for

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What Is The Difference Between Concrete and Cement?

  What Is The Difference Between Concrete and Cement? They may look similar, and they may have similar purposes, but concrete and cement are not the same thing. That doesn’t stop people from getting them mixed up, but among construction crews, the term concrete is not interchangeable with cement. In fact, that cement mixer isn’t

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