- Identifying Concrete Problems

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Although it might not seem like a big deal, issues with the concrete around your house can cause big problems in the long run. A single rogue crack can turn into a leaky basement in no time, which is part of the reason I started focusing so much on evaluating concrete issues. I realized that by identifying problems early, I could have them addressed proactively to resolve the problem. This website is all about identifying issues with your concrete so that you can get things fixed quickly the first time around. Read more about concrete issues on this blog and why they are so dangerous.

Latest Posts

Reasons For Cutting Concrete
18 December 2019

Concrete cutting can be done to remove a portion o …

Fix Your Sidewalk Or Driveway With Concrete Raising This Summer
18 June 2019

Do you have a concrete sidewalk or driveway that i …

Basement Waterproofing: How To Repair Cracks That Let Water Seep Through
19 February 2019

Since your basement is below the ground, it's pron …

Doing Major Home Renovations? Why You Should Invest in Diamond Core Drilling
18 October 2018

There are many major home renovations that will re …

How To Patch And Glaze Concrete
2 March 2018

If you have concrete on your property, whether it …

Reasons For Cutting Concrete

18 December 2019
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Concrete cutting can be done to remove a portion of concrete, either permanently or because it has to be removed temporarily for some reason. Here are some of the different reasons why someone may need to have concrete cut. Plumbing issues Sometimes there are water or sewer pipes that are running under a slab of concrete. If there is an issue with those pipes and they need to be accessed to be repaired, then the concrete above the pipes will need to be cut so it can be removed to allow access to the pipes. Read More

Fix Your Sidewalk Or Driveway With Concrete Raising This Summer

18 June 2019
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Do you have a concrete sidewalk or driveway that is starting to look more than a bit sunken? Concrete can shift and sink over time if the foundation it is sitting on is not that strong. This could lead to uneven breaks in the concrete or at the very least a sidewalk or driveway that doesn't look very good. Thankfully, there is a relatively easy fix if you know the right contractor. Read More

Basement Waterproofing: How To Repair Cracks That Let Water Seep Through

19 February 2019
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Since your basement is below the ground, it's prone to dampness and water leaking in from the outside. Several things can cause wet basement problems from poor drainage around the house to cracks in the foundation. Many times, cracks may seem serious, but they're not a danger to the structure of your house. Still, they can be problems when they let water leak into the basement. Here are some tips for dealing with cracks in the foundation and how they're repaired. Read More

Doing Major Home Renovations? Why You Should Invest in Diamond Core Drilling

18 October 2018
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There are many major home renovations that will require you to drill holes through concrete, such as those for sprinkler or plumbing pipes, HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) slab ducts, and electrical conduits. If you are trying to figure out which concrete drilling method you should use, you may want to consider the advantages of diamond core drills. What is a core drill? Core drills are annular cutters that can make circular cuts or holes in concrete. Read More

How To Patch And Glaze Concrete

2 March 2018
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If you have concrete on your property, whether it is an exposed foundation, garage floor, sidewalk, or just your driveway, you have to be willing to invest in some basic care and maintenance over the years. That is, concrete is almost certainly going to crack a little bit over time. The colors are also going to fade, making your concrete look old and dirty. But, there is a way they you can breathe new life into an old slab of concrete. Read More