When cement work or concrete is damaged it no longer structurally sound. Damaged cement or damaged concrete needs to be evaluated and repaired promptly and correctly. Damaged cement or cracked concrete is not just an eye-sore; in order to ensure the structural integrity of the concrete structure it must be fixed. Before beginning any attempts to fix the damaged concrete
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Cleaning Concrete
Cleaning concrete is a critical aspect of proper concrete and cement maintenance. It is necessary to clean concrete at least annually; concrete and cement that are exposed to harsher wear and elements may need to be cleaned more frequently. In many cases, it can be difficult to tell exactly when your cement and concrete needs to be cleaned. This is
Read morePreventing Damage to Concrete & Cement
Cement and concrete are popular building materials due to their durability and strength. To maximize their useful life and to prevent damage, cement floors, concrete floors and other concrete surfaces, such as concrete driveways, concrete patios, concrete steps, and concrete porches must be properly maintained. Regardless of the type of concrete you have, there are four basic steps that are
Read moreStamped Concrete
Stamped concrete is a popular choice for use in patios, pool decks, driveways, sidewalks and other walkways and concrete surfaces. Stamped concrete is concrete that has been dyed and stamped prior to curing so that the concrete resembles another building material. Stamped concrete can be made to look like almost any other other building material; popular choices for stamped concrete
Read moreHow is Concrete Made?
Concrete can basically be explained as a combination of two parts: one part serves as the paste, and one part serves as the aggregate. The cement is the paste, the other types of rocks and minerals are the aggregate, and together, that forms concrete. Perhaps the two most important aspects of mixing concrete are getting the right proportions and selecting any necessary or
Read moreCommon Residential Concrete & Cement Projects
Cement used in concrete blends results in one of the strongest building materials in the world. It is a very popular choice for many residential applications. Different styles, looks and aesthetics can be achieved by varying the types of cement used to create concrete. Some of the most common residential uses for cement and concrete include: sidewalks patios pools porches
Read moreConcrete Excavations
In order to create certain concrete structures, such as foundations and basements, it may be necessary to excavate the site. Some cement work and concrete companies specialize in excavation services that are required for concrete and cement work. During the process of excavating, a hole or cavity is created in the earth. Large machines such as backhoes and trench diggers
Read moreConcrete Foundations
The foundation of any home or structure is an essential element of its safety. Concrete foundations are a common type of foundation for residential and commercial structures. Care must be exercised during all phases of creating the concrete foundation. Before laying a concrete foundation, the cement workers will need to excavate the area. Depending on the type of soil, the
Read moreConcrete Floors
In recent years, concrete floors, which are also referred to as cement floors, have become popular. Concrete floors and cement floors can be customized to create an incredible array of styles and looks. Due to the almost infinite variety of colors and stains that can be added to the concrete, it is possible that concrete and cement floors offer the
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