When you first had your asphalt driveway installed, you were probably told by the installer that having it sealcoated every few years was a good idea. Sealcoating is ideal for protecting your driveway from UV rays, oil leaks, and more. It also helps your asphalt driveway look its best. Now that it’s time to have your asphalt driveway sealcoated, you might have decided to buy the necessary supplies to do it yourself.…
Concrete work on your property can give you some pretty desirable results with smooth sturdy concrete slabs for vehicles, a shed or garage, a walkway through the garden, or a set of patio steps. However, to get your concrete project to work out the way you intend, it is important to follow the rules when you plan and install the concrete project. The following provides you with some information to help you with your upcoming concrete project.…
If you are in the planning stages of construction on a new building for your business, one of the decisions that you may be struggling with is the type of material from which the base structure will be constructed. Because you want the building to be as durable as possible, you may be leaning toward using concrete for the floors, walls, and ceilings.
While considering this option, you should know that there are different types of concrete that are available, including low-density concrete.…
You may be comparing flooring options if you’re planning a basement renovation, but you may have the perfect flooring already installed. Concrete is a durable and attractive choice for basement flooring when it is enhanced with designs and colors. Residential concrete contractors install concrete floors in kitchens, bathrooms, and living areas because it is so attractive. Combine good looks with durability, and you just might have the perfect floor for your basement.…
When you look at your home, do you notice uneven floors? What about cracks on walls or windows? Jamming doors? Maintaining the structural integrity of your floor is a continuous process, considering that problems are likely to occur with time. Concrete foundations are stable but may deteriorate due to water damage, climate change, poor drainage, poor soil compaction, excessive heat, and more, depending on the area you live in.
Foundation problems are one of the most expensive repairs, especially if ignored for a long time.…
Dealing with a sinking concrete slab can be a big job and used to require replacing the soil under the slab and reporting the concrete. Mudjacking can raise the concrete and fill the void under it at a fraction of the cost and without having to tear up the concrete to repair.
Sinking Concrete
It is not uncommon for a sidewalk section or a driveway to sink as the soil under the concrete compacts or erodes.…
Preventing or minimizing erosion is an important step when you are having major work done to your property. While there can be fairly advanced erosion control strategies, the use of erosion control blankets can be an affordable and fairly simple strategy to use.
How Will Erosion Blankets Protect Your Property?
Erosion control blankets will work by acting as a protecting layer between the exposed soil and any runoff from rain. This can help to hold the soil in place so that it will be less likely to wash away during periods of intense or frequent rain.…
