Fort Thomas, KY Concrete Repair
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We personalize any concrete repair project we do and taken them very seriously. Who wouldn’t love their concrete to last forever. As any material, over time it tends to deteriorate from environmental damage or even improper installation.
Our concrete company repairs driveways, sidewalks, stamped work, patios, slabs, foundations and more.
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Common concrete repairs
Cracking
Unfortunately, there is no way to fully prevent your concrete from cracking. After years of exposure, concrete tends to crack in unwanted places. Although, your concrete should not be cracking if it was recently installed. With proper control joints, cracking can be prevented to an extent. If you have noticed cracking in your driveway or patio, you should get this fixed before further damage. Large cracks often need immediate attention. As these can cause safety concerns and are stemmed from within the core of the foundation. If you notice smaller cracks in your concrete that are surface level, these are not as urgent to repair. Just make sure to keep an eye out if they seem to be getting larger.
Settling
Settling of concrete is very common in driveways and larger home projects. Settlement of concrete is caused by the soil underneath the slab slowly giving out. This is from water repeatedly flowing underneath your concrete. Eventually this consistent flow washes away the soil little by little causing the soil to weaken and not be able to withhold the weight of the concrete. Thus, settling portions of your concrete. Common ways to fix settled concrete is hiring a professional to come out and level it using mud jacking techniques or foaming agents. Our local concrete contractors would highly suggest completely replacing that part of your concrete. When installed correctly, this ensures that your concrete will not settle again.
Spalling
Concrete spalling is when flakes of concrete chip from the surface of your driveway, patio, sidewalk or foundational structure. There are two main causes for spalling in your concrete to occur. It is either from an improper mixture of aggregates when installed, or an improper installation process in terms of the flatwork. Or it may even be both! Spalling can be a serious concern as the surface of your concrete is chipping, this means the interior of the foundation is becoming exposed. The more exposed it is from the environment, the better chance it has at weakening over time.
In order for our concrete company to fix this issue, we suggest to either replace your concrete, re-surface it or use a color-matching compound to restore the strength and appearance of the specific area of spalling.
Unfortunately, there is no way to fully prevent your concrete from cracking. After years of exposure, concrete tends to crack in unwanted places. Although, your concrete should not be cracking if it was recently installed. With proper control joints, cracking can be prevented to an extent. If you have noticed cracking in your driveway or patio, you should get this fixed before further damage. Large cracks often need immediate attention. As these can cause safety concerns and are stemmed from within the core of the foundation. If you notice smaller cracks in your concrete that are surface level, these are not as urgent to repair. Just make sure to keep an eye out if they seem to be getting larger.
Settling
Settling of concrete is very common in driveways and larger home projects. Settlement of concrete is caused by the soil underneath the slab slowly giving out. This is from water repeatedly flowing underneath your concrete. Eventually this consistent flow washes away the soil little by little causing the soil to weaken and not be able to withhold the weight of the concrete. Thus, settling portions of your concrete. Common ways to fix settled concrete is hiring a professional to come out and level it using mud jacking techniques or foaming agents. Our local concrete contractors would highly suggest completely replacing that part of your concrete. When installed correctly, this ensures that your concrete will not settle again.
Spalling
Concrete spalling is when flakes of concrete chip from the surface of your driveway, patio, sidewalk or foundational structure. There are two main causes for spalling in your concrete to occur. It is either from an improper mixture of aggregates when installed, or an improper installation process in terms of the flatwork. Or it may even be both! Spalling can be a serious concern as the surface of your concrete is chipping, this means the interior of the foundation is becoming exposed. The more exposed it is from the environment, the better chance it has at weakening over time.
In order for our concrete company to fix this issue, we suggest to either replace your concrete, re-surface it or use a color-matching compound to restore the strength and appearance of the specific area of spalling.
Fort Thomas Concrete Company prides ourselves in customer satisfaction. Therefore, we are sure to give upfront answers to any questions you have. As well as our professional advice. Our concrete contractors have years of experience in the industry when assessing and installing concrete. When inspecting concrete repairs, usually the most practical steps taken should be to replace the cracked, chipped or settled concrete. Yes, this process is more expensive, but will save you money and headaches in the future when installed properly. Our concrete company has the equipment to complete concrete replacements. Whether it is a small portion of your sidewalk or an entire driveway. We make sure to completely tear it out and proceed with the proper steps to resolve your concrete crack, settle, or chipping.
If you are looking for advice on what to do with your concrete repair, we would love to guide you in the right decision for you. Contact one of our concrete contractors and we will be sure to give you advice and a potential estimate too!