Does A Concrete Slab Need Footings? A concrete slab doesn’t typically need footings if it’s a patio, driveway or sidewalk slab. However, if the slab…
Concrete Vs Asphalt Driveway Concrete and asphalt are two of the most widely used paving materials in the construction industry. Asphalt is a mixture of…
Why Do Concrete Walls Sweat? Concrete walls sweat when the temperature of the concrete surface is lower than the dew point of the air. This…
What Is A Concrete Tamper? A Concrete Tamper, a.k.a. Jitterbug, is a hand tool that pushes the coarse aggregate (stone) down below the surface, which…
Can You Put Wallpaper On Concrete Walls? You can put wallpaper on concrete walls, but there are some challenges you’ll have to deal with first.…
What To Do About Sidewalk Cracks? One of the most common concrete repair work we do are sidewalks. Even though they’re for public use, they’re…
What Is Mud Jacking? Mud Jacking is a process used to lift settling concrete slabs by injecting a mortar-based slurry mixture called “Mud” under the…
Why Do Sidewalks Crack? Sidewalks crack because of expansion and contraction, uneven settling, soil erosion, roots, impact, poor workmanship, fast drying or bad concrete. There…
Are Concrete And Cement The Same Thing? Concrete and cement are not the same thing. I’ve been working as a mason and builder for over…
Can Concrete Be Poured In The Rain? I’ve been a mason and home builder for over 25 years and can tell you firsthand that concrete…
