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Concrete Sawing
Before sawing into an existing wall or floor, it is suggested that a pre-job meeting be held with the owner or contracting agency to determine many things: * Is there steel-rebar in the wall? * What is the size and location?…
Installing Masonry Flatwork
A patio at its most basic is an outdoor courtyard or paved open area such as a porch that’s attached to the home, which can be made with concrete, brick or many other materials. When it comes to masonry choices, the three most…
Concrete Considerations
A variety of different chemicals and additives can be added to concrete to help keep it the a workable consistency while finishing, and to cure at the proper rate. These are particularly important when pouring concrete in very cold weather, when it can take too…
Installing Concrete
The term “set in concrete” implies permanence, so pouring concrete is one of the most important home improvements to do right the first time, because no one would want to have to do it over again. Most consumers hire a professional, licensed concrete contractor to…
More Articles About Concrete, Brick & Stone
Taking Care of Your Chimney and Fireplace
Even Masonry Fireplaces Need Maintenance
Specialty Finishes for Concrete Patios and Other Flatwork
Installing Masonry Flatwork
Repairing Masonry
Concrete Injection Leveling Can Repair Flatwork
Tip: Repair Concrete Flatwork
Fireplace Efficiency
Fireplaces
Installing a Concrete Wall
Maintaining a Concrete Wall
Concrete Considerations
Installing Concrete
Tip: Repair Concrete Steps
Wunderbar Rebar!
Repair Cinderblock Foundation
Sinking Foundation
Expand Retaining Walls Around Driveway
Pouring Concrete Driveway or Walkway
Tip: Condensation Test
Tip: Retaining Walls
Retaining Walls
Concrete Sawing
Tuck-pointing
