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How to Fix Spalling Concrete in Your Driveway

Always wear a dust mask or respirator, impervious gloves and eye protection when working with Portland cement. Mix one part ...
Small cracks in your concrete driveway, patio, or foundation may not seem like much to worry about, and you may be tempted to ignore them. But left to their own devices, they can eventually widen into ...
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How to Repair a Concrete Sidewalk Step by Step

Repairing a damaged concrete sidewalk not only improves curb appeal but also enhances safety and prevents further deterioration. This video walks you through the entire process from preparation and ...
Q: A corner of our concrete porch has chipped off. Is there any way to repair this without replacing our entire porch? McLean, Va. A: It’s definitely possible to patch chipped concrete, even in a ...
With the inevitability of cracking and other unforeseen issues that can occur, concrete repair and restoration is an inevitable part of the job. There are critical elements in any repair job that need ...
Concrete construction business owners have been challenged for years to put together a skilled team in the face of an ongoing workforce shortage. Resources available through ACI University can help ...
Since different walls are comprised of different materials, the methods you use to repair a hole are often going to be specific and tailored to the wall that needs fixing. Here’s how you might tackle ...
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) -If uneven concrete either outside or inside your home is causing floors to sink, drainage issues, or any safety hazards, spring is a smart time to get it fixed. Adam Ellis with ...
Each time Mija Hubler drives through Denver, she notices bridges patched with concrete and thinks about how these structures might fail. Hubler, an associate professor in CU Boulder’s Department of ...
Regular listeners know I have two main frustrations with the highway system. Number one, the state needs to cover the graffiti with artificial ivy, and number two, the concrete keeps cracking. I admit ...