How thick should you pour concrete over existing concrete?

• <div><p>Concrete should be at least 2 inches thick to maintain its stability and quality. Most concrete slabs fall between 4 and 6 inches thick, but you should be careful not to make the new slab too high or heavy. If you're considering a stamped concrete overlay, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/7-tips-hire-best-stamped-concrete-contractor.htm">hire an experienced stamped concrete contractor</a> to determine the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-thick-should-a-concrete-patio-be.htm">ideal concrete thickness</a>. </p></div>

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Q: What if there is standing liquid on my concrete?

• <div><p>If there is standing liquid on your concrete, remove it before attempting any of the above cleaning methods. For small amounts of water, use rags, a bucket, and a mop. For larger areas of liquid, lay down cat litter or baking soda to soak up the water first. If you have extremely large pools of water sitting on your concrete, break out the wet vac and get to work.</p></div>

Q: Will sealer waterproof my garage floor?

• <div><p>Concrete sealers will help your garage floors resist water, but they will not make the floor waterproof. You will need to purchase a specific waterproof floor paint for concrete and apply several coats over several days if you want your garage floor to be truly impermeable. While the process is similar to sealing the floors, the materials are different, and the need for multiple coats will extend the process and drying time.</p></div>

Q: How does concrete not stick to formwork?

• <div><p>Most of the time, you or your contractor will spray the concrete form and framework with a release agent or oil to prevent sticking. This is common practice with wood and steel forms. For insulated concrete forms, the styrofoam formwork often remains in place after construction, so you don&rsquo;t need to treat it beforehand. Foam concrete forms made out of melamine also may not need treatment beforehand, as the material naturally won&rsquo;t stick to the concrete after it&rsquo;s cured.</p></div>

Q: How long does dry pour concrete take to cure?

• <div><p>Dry pour concrete cures in the same amount of time as wet pour concrete, so you&rsquo;re looking at four to six hours for it to harden, 24 to 48 hours before you can remove forms and expose the slab to foot traffic, a week before it can stand up to vehicle traffic, and about a month for it to be fully cured. </p></div>

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Reviewed in November 2024
The team at ETA were very attentive to what I was looking to complete. I was impressed with how well they communicated throughout the process. I would highly recommend them for concrete work if you are looking for a job done right.
ECA Construction
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Reviewed in June 2022
Absolutely fabulous. My front and back concrete looks spotless. It was really dirty and had been for a long time. It looks sparkling clean now and my windows also I’m very very pleased with the service.
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Reviewed in December 2017
See above for description of services. It went very poorly. I would not hire Eddie Whaley or Concrete Construction again.
CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION
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Reviewed in July 2014
Overall, went very well. Only issue was cleanup. Contractor dumped residual concrete in area that was already cleaned and ready for sod. Contractor could expand service by embracing the latest payment options: paypal invoicing, credit card, etc.
ANCLA Construction
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Reviewed in April 2014
I have been using Classic Gardens for 1 year, beginning the first Spring of a newly sodded yard. Weeds were already starting to emerge in the new lawn and Classic Gardens created an almost 'weed-free' yard in just one Spring/Summer. We had a small problem with a fungus in the yard that they...
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Reviewed in October 2012
Window treatments for new home. They helped with the color schemes that went well with my decor. Friendly and professional
Value Blinds & Shutters of Alabama
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Reviewed in March 2012
Paul Irwin is very cordial and honest. He is evaluating my proposal and will give an estimate on the concrete work I need. He contacted me when he saw that I was unhappy with my situation.
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