Do monolithic slabs have footers?

• <div><p>All foundations have footers, including monolithic slabs. In some cases, the foundation itself acts as the footer, as in the case of a floating slab and a monolithic slab. With a monolithic slab, the footers—which are just the bottom-most portion of the foundation that distributes loads down to stable soil—are a part of the main slab and are constructed with a single pour.</p></div>

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Q: Are sidewalks concrete or cement?

• <div><p>Sidewalks are concrete, not cement. Cement is merely an ingredient of concrete. To pour a sidewalk, driveway, or patio, you need to form the right mixture of concrete using cement, aggregates, and water. Pouring concrete requires special tools such as a concrete mixer, compactor, screeds, and floats. Unless you're pouring a small area, it's best to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-hire-a-concrete-contractor.htm">hire a concrete pro</a> for a sidewalk or driveway project. </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: Can I mix concrete myself?

• <div><p>Yes, you can mix your own concrete for smaller jobs using premade bags of concrete. All you have to do is add water. There are different kinds of concrete, so make sure you get the right type for the job and mix according to the instructions. Too much or too little water can undermine the strength and durability of the final product.</p></div>

Q: Should you use concrete to set fence posts?

• <div><p>You can use soil and gravel instead of concrete when setting fence posts. However, concrete is more durable and longer lasting, so it's worth considering if you want your fence to withstand the test of time. You should especially consider concrete if you live in a region that experiences severe weather, which can damage your fence.</p></div>

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Reviewed in March 2017
Todd Black and his crew of workers were on time (actually early). They took out all the old concrete patio and hauled away debris. They put in dirt to level ground. In no time at all they had it all ready for the cement truck. While they waited for the cement truck, they helped us move some...
T. B. Concrete
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Reviewed in January 2013
Staff & supervisor were very knowledgeable, professional and accommodating. Completed on schedule, left the premises in a clean and orderly fashion. The crew was polite and took pride in their work.
Concrete Resurfacing Products Inc
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Reviewed in October 2021
Jim and Laura are a fantastic team that works collaboratively to help every project succeed. Jim describes Laura as his "Best foot Forward" and this humility plus devotion to each other is exemplified in their quality and consistent work. They communicated constantly through the process, helped...
J P Concrete Creations
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Reviewed in August 2020
Alex and his crew are phenomenal. Their work speaks for itself. I met with Alex and shared with him my vision and he far exceeded my expectations. He remained in constant communication finishing the job on time and there were no hidden fees or extra costs. I recommend him to all of my friends...
Lumbee Concrete Inc
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Reviewed in February 2013
The overall experience was wonderful! When you are spending this kind of money on a pool, you want to feel good about it; and we did. From the first phone call, Owner James White was always responsive, patient, and knowledgeable. Our home is not close to the business (about 45 minutes away) and...
White's Pools, Inc
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Reviewed in January 2021
Good and Bad. The driveway was repaired with a new section of concrete satisfactory. The new concrete patio was supposed to be sloped away from the house and have a flagstone outline. As a recent rain revealed, the patio actually slopes to the back corner of the house. The flagstones were...
Central Georgia Concrete, LLC
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