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Does Concrete Crack in High Temperatures?

August 1, 2022

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Does Concrete Crack in High Temperatures?

Concrete has a tendency to absorb heat during the day and release it at night. Depending on the extent of the fluctuations, your concrete can go through quite a bit of expansion and contraction throughout this process. During high heat and stress, which is certainly prevalent in Utah right now, concrete surfaces can develop thermal […]

Temperature Considerations for Concrete Projects

July 1, 2022

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Temperature Considerations for Concrete Projects

Now that the heat has fully settled in, it’s important to discuss the impacts of temperature when pouring concrete. The best time to pour concrete is between 50 and 60 degrees, but we know that in Utah, that would give us a very small window to complete all the necessary jobs. Therefore, we need to […]

Should You Seal Your Concrete?

June 1, 2022

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Concrete is commonly used throughout Utah in residential projects and business projects. It’s easy to see in a short amount of time which projects were quality jobs and which ones were rush DIYs. To heighten the durability of your concrete project, hire a professional with great reviews and experience first, then be sure to have […]

Don’t Settle when Repairing Concrete Settling

May 2, 2022

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Don’t Settle when Repairing Concrete Settling

It’s common for concrete to settle or sink over time, but that doesn’t mean you should ignore the signs. Cracking or uneven concrete is a hazard and needs to be addressed as soon as possible. There are ways to repair settled concrete and it doesn’t always involve ripping it out and starting over. With the […]

Interesting Information on 3D Concrete Printing

March 1, 2022

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3D printing has been a trending topic for several years, and maybe you even have one in your home. But did you know 3D printing is hitting big in the field of construction? The 3D concrete printing market is expected to hit an impressive $1.5 billion by 2024, stimulated by growth and innovation from all […]

How Weather Affects Concrete

February 1, 2022

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You can’t rush concrete. Even though concrete is a common and durable substance, it needs to be poured under the best of circumstances for it to maintain its integrity and strength. We’re at the mercy of the weather for a lot of things, and concrete work is no exception. The Problem with the Cold Cold […]

Importance of Safe Steps and Stairways

January 1, 2022

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Most of you reading this probably know someone who has fallen down the stairs. In the US, there are over one million injuries each year from stairway falls. And the second leading cause of accidental injury throughout the country is from stairway accidents—just behind motor vehicle accidents. It’s reported that about 12,000 accidental stairway deaths […]