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What Causes Uneven Concrete?
Concrete has been used for thousands of years because of its strength and ability to stand the test of time. A strong slab of concrete may be able to withstand the test of time but more often than not, it ...
Concrete Maintenance: Freeze-Thaw Cycle
What is the Freeze-Thaw cycle? The freeze-thaw cycle can create many problems for Western New Yorkers. Freeze-thaw refers to the cycle created in colder climates where moisture settles below the surface, freezes and expands. This naturally occurring, unavoidable process can ...
What is an Epoxy Floor Coating?
Strengthen Your Garage Floor with an Epoxy Floor Coating Your garage experiences a lot of wear and tear. From the weight of vehicles to salt, dirt and automotive fluid stains, home and business owners are looking for low maintenance, easy ...
Common Concrete Repairs to Make Before Winter
While it's important to enjoy the last few months of fall, it’s always a good idea to look ahead and prepare for the winter weather. Concrete may be one of the most resilient building materials but it still requires maintenance ...
Reviving Your Garage Floor
Reviving Your Garage Floor Concrete Cleaning, Sealing, & Maintenance in Buffalo, NY and Surrounding Areas With autumn approaching most Western New Yorkers are looking ahead and preparing their homes for the winter weather on the horizon. If you plan on ...
Summer Concrete Maintenance
As the sun shines and temperatures climb throughout Western New York most people are spending more time outside. Concrete may be one of the most durable materials used in construction but even low-maintenance materials need a little TLC from time ...
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Concrete Discoloration
Concrete discoloration is when the color of the concrete changes. Concrete discoloration most commonly occurs when there are inconsistencies in the materials. Discoloration can also occur if something is spilled on your driveway. The best way to prevent concrete discoloration ...
Routine Driveway Inspections
Routine driveway inspections are an important part of maintaining your driveway. Driveway inspections are best done in the spring and fall because summer and winter are the seasons where the most driveway damage occurs. Driveway inspections help to ensure that ...
Should you pressure wash your driveway before sealing it?
If you’re planning on sealing your concrete driveway, a good thing to do is pressure wash your driveway before sealing it. Pressure washing your driveway helps to get rid of any dirt and debris so it isn’t trapped under the ...
Avoid Using Fertilizer Around Your Driveway
It’s common to use fertilizer near concrete driveways due to landscaping around driveways. Fertilizers can damage your concrete due to the chemicals in them. Fertilizers can also lead to rust stains on your concrete because they contain a small amount ...
How To Take Care Of Your Driveway In Different Weather Conditions
Knowing how to take care of your driveway in different weather conditions is important in order to increase the longevity and durability of your driveway. Here’s how to take of your driveway in different weather conditions: Colder weather: Remove any ...
How cold weather affects concrete
The best time to pour concrete is during the fall or spring season when there is cooler weather; however, you shouldn’t pour concrete in really cold temperatures. The recommended temperature for pouring concrete is 50-60 degrees. It is recommended that ...