Why You Do You Need New Concrete?

When my wife and I considered replacing our driveway, we took a close look at its condition. We noticed a few problems: it was cracked, chipped from salt and wear, and uneven where it met the garage door. When it rained, water would pool in the middle, causing it to sink further over time. If your driveway is causing issues like affecting your home’s foundation or making it hard to close the garage door, it’s probably time for a replacement.

Get Advice and Quotes from Local Experts

Instead of trying to pour concrete yourself, it’s best to call a professional. Pouring liquid might seem simple, especially if you’re used to baking and handling batter. But working with concrete is a whole different ball game. We decided to hire a local professional for our project. It’s important to find someone reliable, even if they’re not the cheapest option. Ask your neighbors or friends who’ve had concrete work done for recommendations. We went with a local company called Devaders Concrete here out of St. Mary’s KS and we are really happy with their work.

Maximizing Your Outdoor Space: Making the Most of Concrete Work

At first, we just wanted to replace our driveway. But I suggest you take a good look at your entire outdoor space. If you see something that could be better, it’s worth thinking about doing it while the concrete truck is already there. In our case, we decided to add a patio, a walkway, a trash can pad, and a path from the side of the house to the backyard. We’re really glad we did because these extra features have made our home life much better. So, if you’re having work done, take some time to think about what improvements you could make to enhance your home.

Investing Wisely: Choosing the Right Concrete Expert for Your Home Project

When tackling a home improvement project like this, it’s important to think long-term. Cutting corners on concrete work might seem tempting, but remember, once it’s poured, it’s not easy to redo. We talked to a few different experts and got quotes, but what really mattered to us was finding someone who specializes solely in concrete. While a ‘jack of all trades’ might offer cheaper rates, you have to consider if it’s worth risking the overall quality of your project. We decided to pay a bit more for the expert who focuses solely on concrete, and it paid off in the end.

What Happens After Your New Concrete Is Finished

One thing I didn’t expect was the mess we had to clean up afterward. Be ready for things to get messy both inside and outside. In our case, cutting out the old concrete left our garage full of dust, and our yard was a bit of a wreck too. Luckily, we tackled this before finishing our landscaping, irrigation, and laying down sod. We had to tidy up the garage, clean around the fence, and fix our lawn. It’s also a good idea to remove the topsoil in the affected areas before replanting grass because we found lots of gravel, rocks, and sandy material that doesn’t help grass grow. It would have been helpful to know this beforehand, but thankfully, our landscaping didn’t get ruined. If you already have a nice lawn and you’re planning to have concrete work done, make sure to ask your concrete expert how they’ll protect your landscaping.