Tips for pouring concrete in the summer
The best time to pour concrete is typically in the spring or fall, but can be poured in the summer as well. Here are some tips for pouring concrete in the summer:
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Tips for extending your concrete driveway’s life
Concrete driveways usually last anywhere between 20 to 30 years. If you maintain your driveway really well, you may be able to extend the life of your driveway a little bit. Here are some things you should be doing to properly maintain your concrete driveway and extend it’s life:
What type of sealer should I use on concrete?
You probably know by now that it’s important to seal your concrete in order to protect it from cracks and other damage. You may be asking yourself, what type of sealer should I use on concrete? The answer to that question is acrylic sealer. Acrylic sealer forms a clear coat on concrete. Acrylic sealer tends […]
The consequences of not sealing your concrete
Sealing your concrete driveway is a very important step of maintaining your driveway. If you don’t seal your concrete driveway, a lot of issues can occur. Unsealed concrete can lead to huge cracks in your driveway that can become a tripping hazard. If you have big cracks in your driveway, water can seep into the […]
Concrete vs. asphalt driveways
Concrete driveways and asphalt driveways are the 2 most common types of driveways so let’s compare them: There is no “better option” between concrete and asphalt. If you’re choosing between asphalt and concrete, your choice is dependent upon where you live and what you’re looking for in a driveway.
How to clean your concrete driveway
Cleaning your concrete way not only makes your driveway more aesthetically pleasing, but is beneficial for the lifetime of your driveway. To clean your driveway, you can use a homemade bleach or vinegar solution with water. Before putting any solution on your driveway, sweep it to get rid of any debris, dirt, and dust. Then […]
Concrete curing
Concrete curing is the process of maintaining a good temperature and moisture in concrete in order to hydrate it. Concrete curing is what makes concrete so strong and durable. If your concrete driveway is not cured or is not cured properly, your driveway will have a lot of cracks. One of the most common methods […]
Creative ideas for your driveway
If you’re looking for some ways to make your driveway look creative, try some of these!
Is it normal for concrete driveways to crack?
“Is it normal for concrete driveways to crack?” It is not uncommon for concrete driveways to crack because concrete expands and contracts from changes in temperature. There are 4 different categories that cracks in concrete can fall into: hairline cracks, shrinkage cracks, settlement cracks, and structural cracks. Hairline cracks are cracks that only need to […]
What driveway is the most reliable?
Concrete driveways are one of the most reliable driveways. They last longer compared to other driveways because they don’t need as much maintenance. The main thing you have to worry about with your concrete driveway is to clean up any spills as quickly as possible so that it doesn’t lead to long term damage. Concrete […]