All concrete cracks. It has to crack because it contracts during the drying, curing, and hardening process, and the bond between the cement paste and the aggregates is not strong enough to withstand that stress. The best way to prevent unsightly cracking is to put joints in your concrete at regular intervals. A good formula is to measure the depth of your structure and multiply the number by three. Use this number to determine the approximate number of feet between joints. (For example, a 4-inch slab of concrete should have joints every 10 to 12 feet.)

Uneven shifting of the substructure or subgrade can also cause cracking. This is a structural failure, as opposed to improper curing or jointing as mentioned above. Before repairing any concrete cracking, determine the source of the cracking and remedy that first. Epoxy grout is an excellent crack repair agent. Quick Concrete Solutions, the team of concrete contractors local homeowners and business people count on, never cuts corners to sacrifice quality or save you money. We use the best techniques and the highest quality mix to help your concrete last!

Small concrete projects, like driveways, should take two to three days. More extensive projects such as parking lots, industrial warehouse floors, bike trails, and commercial sidewalks around a property may take a week or two. Contact our concrete contractors to obtain a specific estimation.

They are not the same thing although many use the terms interchangeably. Cement is used to make concrete; it is mixed with water and other substances and is called concrete once it hardens. Contact our concrete contractors to get started with your next project today.

Slump is the amount of water in the concrete mix, which shows the mix's consistency. The lower the slump, the dryer the mix will be. If water is added to the mix beyond what is specified, it can result in reduced strength and the possibility that the surface will deteriorate. Our concrete contractors will proudly help you receive appropriately mixed concrete that contains just the right amount of water.

Topsoil does need to be removed before concrete is placed. Topsoil and other organic materials are too unstable to support slabs of concrete. The subgrade of cement should contain no organic material. According to our team of concrete contractors, this is very important for having a quality slab.

The recommended time can be anywhere from three to seven days depending on the load. Ask our team of concrete contractors for specific directions on when your driveway will be back in service.

Curing keeps your concrete at the appropriate moisture content. If this is not done correctly, it can reduce the strength of your concrete by a large percentage. Proper curing also keeps your concrete from cracking and shrinking. Our concrete contractors are experienced in this task and can ensure satisfactory results for every step of the process.

You've probably seen a couple of concrete patios or driveways before. Many public examples could be basketball courts or the floors of outdoor pavilions. The benefits of a concrete patio are that they are less expensive to create, easy to install, and relatively easy to keep in good shape over a long period of time. Contact our concrete contractors today if you're interested in one for your home!

In most cases, the work your contractor performs will look beautiful the day they finish the project. What’s important, however, is that the quality of the project holds up over time. The last thing you want is to discover that the job was done improperly and find huge cracks developing in the pavement. To protect yourself against shoddy craftsmanship, make sure to inquire with the contractor about what kinds of guarantees and warranties they provide. A trustworthy company will provide a written warranty for their work. Look for a company of concrete contractors that will guarantee their work for at least 12 to 24 months. This way, if there is a problem with the work during that time frame, they will be committed to fixing it.

The proper mix should have a minimum break strength of 4,000 pounds per square inch. This is obtained through a six-bag mix or a 4,000-pound design mix. Reach out to our concrete contractors if you have any further questions.