"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/in/indianapolis/my-guy-services-reviews-9336152.htm"},"position":3},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"JMZ Concrete","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IN","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"NANCY W."},"reviewBody":"I had Ricardo do some work at my son's house and called him for an estimate on the concrete work at my house. I got estimates for the work from several contractors and selected Ricardo again. We talked about color and stamping the concrete. I originally thought I would like the flagstone look, but changed my mind before the job started. I called Ricardo and we discussed what might look best and decided on the brick stamping which matched some other portions of the house. We set a date two weeks out to start the work. Richardo expected the work to take about four days. The week before the job was to start, Ricardo called to discuss the size of the channel drain and we decided on 6" wide to carry the water. Ricardo and his crew showed up as agreed two weeks from the date we agreed on the proposal with the equipment to demo the driveway. Ricardo and his crew worked all day--some of the concrete was thicker than we expected--and hauled away all the debri. Ricardo brought stamp and color samples and we settled on red running brick. Rain was forecast for the next day so Ricardo and his crew came back the following day. The concrete truck appeared and the pour started. They finished and left one person behind to smooth out the concrete, color and stamp the porch concrete, and take care of the concrete during the first day of curing. Ricardo and crew came back for final cleanup and checking on Friday. Everything turned out great! Now I have concrete that slopes as it should and a great looking front porch that won't require tile or brick work ever! Came in at the price quoted and in the timeframe promised! Ricardo is always helpful and ready to answer any questions. He's great at explaining what is needs to be done, what they are doing and what the next steps are. His crew is always considerate and professional. I'll use them again the next time I have concrete work and recommend him to everyone! "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ca/concord/jmz-concrete-reviews-207247.htm"},"position":4},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"FOUR SEASONS COATINGS INC","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IN","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Jeff S."},"reviewBody":"They are great at snow removal and black top coating.Would not use them for concrete work nor blacktop install/replacement as the work they did for me did not last nor did they correct it."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/in/indianapolis/four-seasons-coatings-inc-reviews-89997.htm"},"position":5},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Mattingly Concrete Inc","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IN","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"RICHARD M."},"reviewBody":"Dan and his crew showed up promptly at the time we agreed upon. They were all very courteous, professonal, and friendly. They told us it would take a couple of days to complete the job. The crew had the old portion of the driveway removed, hauled away, and the preparation for pouring the new concrete done on the first day. They were incredibly fast, but careful. I didn't think it was possible to be that accurate with a backhoe; none of the original (portion to be left in tact) driveway was damaged, and no basement windows were broken - they were working in very close quarters. By the end of the second day they had completed the job, and the concrete was walkable later that day. The finished surface is very neat and smooth - no crooked or uneven expansion lines. Dan advised us not to drive on it for at least a week. Exactly one day before the end of that week, we had a fairly intense rainstorm. My wife & I are still elated - no more water in the basement, and a wall that won't have to be painted again for many years to come! This was by far the best experience we have ever had with a contractor, and believe me, we have had our share of bad ones. We would not hesitate recommending Mattingly Concrete to anyone. If all contractors were as good as these guys, there would be no need for the BBB or, forgive me, Angies List."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/in/indianapolis/mattingly-concrete-inc-reviews-58643.htm"},"position":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"INDY DECORATIVE CONCRETE","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IN","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Kristine C."},"reviewBody":"We found Indy Decorative Concrete through Angie's List. Marc was extremely courteous in all our interactions with him. He accommodated several schedule delays from other basement repairs we had going on at the same time. He and his team worked diligently for the 5 days they were in the house. On the final day they stayed until after 7 pm to finish everything. We have had several people, including the contractor who was doing the full basement finishing for us, tell us that the stained floor is the highlight of the overhauled basement. We couldn't be happier with the end result."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/oh/dayton/indy-decorative-concrete-reviews-459518.htm"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"All Phase Group Inc","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IN","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"NICOLE R."},"reviewBody":"THE SUB-CONTRACTOR THAT DID THE CONCRETE WAS VERY GOOD, VERY TIMELY, AND VERY GOOD TO WORK WITH OVERALL. THE PRICE GIVEN IS ONLY THE CONCRETE PORTION."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/in/indianapolis/all-phase-group-inc-reviews-58756.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Faerber's Bee Window Inc","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IN","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"ROBERT N."},"reviewBody":"EACH PHASE WAS DONE BY A DIFFERENT CONTRACTOR. WE WERE NEVER TOLD WHEN ONE PHASE WOULD END AND ANOTHER WOULD BEGIN. WE HAD PARTICULARLY HUGE PROBLEMS WITH SUBCONTRACTOR HIRED TO REMOVE EXISTING SCREENED IN PORCH AND CONCRETE AND INSTALL NEW CONCRETE. HE WAS FREQUENTLY LATE, DIDNT SHOW UP WHEN HE SAID HE WOULD AND WOULDNT CALL TO LET US KNOW. IT TOOK SO LONG WE HAD THREE NEIGHBORS SPONTANEOUSLY OFFER US REFERRALS FOR OTHER CONTRACTORS. WE HAD WATER IN THE BASEMENT SEVERAL TIMES BECAUSE THE CONCRETE SLAB WAS MISSING SO LONG. HE ALSO REMOVED THE EXISTING SIDEWALK AND FENCE AND THEN REFUSED TO REPLACE IT. FOUR SEASONS EVENTUALLY BROUGHT IN ANOTHER CONTRACTOR TO FINISH THIS WORK. BEFORE AGREEING TO THE WORK THE ORIGINAL COMPUTER GENERATED PLANS SHOWED A HIGHER CEILING THAN WHAT WAS EVENTUALLY INSTALLED BY NEARLY A FOOT. EVERY TIME IT RAINS AND THEN FREEZES, THE SLIDING GLASS DOOR STILL FREEZES SHUT. WATER FREEZES IN THE GUTTER AND DRIPS OVER THE DOOR AND FREEZES THERE AS WELL."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/in/fishers/faerber%27s-bee-window-inc-reviews-58671.htm"},"position":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Lifestyle Group Residential Remodeling","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IN","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"TONY R."},"reviewBody":"THE PLUMBING AND CONCRETE WORK WERE DONE BY BRYAN AND RYAN, THEY DID TERRIFIC EWORK.I WAS TICKLED THAT THEY DID IT ALL IN ONE DAY."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/in/indianapolis/lifestyle-group-residential-remodeling-reviews-60375.htm"},"position":10}]}
Concrete Finishing reviews from real Angi homeowners in Southport, IN
Last update on October 15, 2025
Ginny M.
5.0
04/2023
This company is by far the best Iâ ve ever found for concrete work! Not only did they do an amazing job and got it done quickly and efficiently, their pricing was much better than the others! They offered a noninvasive way to fix my concrete steps. My house is from the 1930s so the steps...
Jennifer E.
5.0
03/2017
He did a great job and came back 3 days later and finished the clean up once the concrete was dry.
Alicia R.
3.0
06/2014
I had some difficulty with reaching service provider, after purchasing Big Deal. I needed more concrete work than deal covered. Price was fair, but not a special. Left large amounts of concrete behind that he made a point of saying he would take with him.Offered to seal driveway, at a...
Nancy W.
5.0
02/2013
I had Ricardo do some work at my son's house and called him for an estimate on the concrete work at my house. I got estimates for the work from several contractors and selected Ricardo again. We talked about color and stamping the concrete. I originally thought I would like the flagstone...
Jeff S.
4.0
05/2012
They are great at snow removal and black top coating.Would not use them for concrete work nor blacktop install/replacement as the work they did for me did not last nor did they correct it.
Richard M.
5.0
01/2012
Dan and his crew showed up promptly at the time we agreed upon. They were all very courteous, professonal, and friendly. They told us it would take a couple of days to complete the job. The crew had the old portion of the driveway removed, hauled away, and the preparation for pouring the new...
Kristine C.
5.0
01/2011
We found Indy Decorative Concrete through Angie's List. Marc was extremely courteous in all our interactions with him. He accommodated several schedule delays from other basement repairs we had going on at the same time. He and his team worked diligently for the 5 days they were in the...
Nicole R.
5.0
05/2004
THE SUB-CONTRACTOR THAT DID THE CONCRETE WAS VERY GOOD, VERY TIMELY, AND VERY GOOD TO WORK WITH OVERALL. THE PRICE GIVEN IS ONLY THE CONCRETE PORTION.
Robert N.
3.0
04/2002
EACH PHASE WAS DONE BY A DIFFERENT CONTRACTOR. WE WERE NEVER TOLD WHEN ONE PHASE WOULD END AND ANOTHER WOULD BEGIN. WE HAD PARTICULARLY HUGE PROBLEMS WITH SUBCONTRACTOR HIRED TO REMOVE EXISTING SCREENED IN PORCH AND CONCRETE AND INSTALL NEW CONCRETE. HE WAS FREQUENTLY LATE, DIDNT SHOW UP...
Tony R.
5.0
07/2000
THE PLUMBING AND CONCRETE WORK WERE DONE BY BRYAN AND RYAN, THEY DID TERRIFIC EWORK.I WAS TICKLED THAT THEY DID IT ALL IN ONE DAY.
Master Services is your local, certified basement, crawl space, and foundation repair specialists. They specialize in professional services that improve the health and functionality of your below-grade space: Basement Waterproofing Crawl Space Repair Sump Pumps Foundation Repair Concrete Lifting and Leveling Humidity and Mold Control We will make your basement, crawl space, and foundation safe and usable. With free, no obligation estimates, patented products, and lifetime warranties you can rest assured we have the best solution available on the market to fix your problems permanently.
"5 fails in one job, didn't even listen on what the problem was. Then raised the wrong floor, probably damaged the house. [*** Link removed ***]"
Shane B on August 2024
Master Services is your local, certified basement, crawl space, and foundation repair specialists. They specialize in professional services that improve the health and functionality of your below-grade space: Basement Waterproofing Crawl Space Repair Sump Pumps Foundation Repair Concrete Lifting and Leveling Humidity and Mold Control We will make your basement, crawl space, and foundation safe and usable. With free, no obligation estimates, patented products, and lifetime warranties you can rest assured we have the best solution available on the market to fix your problems permanently.
"5 fails in one job, didn't even listen on what the problem was. Then raised the wrong floor, probably damaged the house. [*** Link removed ***]"
Arvin Masonry is a highly reputed and experienced masonry contractor based in Noblesville, Indiana. Our company has been providing top-notch masonry services to clients in the greater Indianapolis area for many years, earning a reputation for quality workmanship, excellent customer service, and competitive pricing. We specialize in all aspects of masonry construction, repair, and restoration, including brick and stone work, chimney repair, foundation repair, tuckpointing, and more. Our team of skilled and certified masons is committed to delivering exceptional work that meets the highest standards of quality and durability. At Arvin Masonry, we take pride in our attention to detail and our commitment to customer satisfaction. We work closely with our clients to understand their specific needs and goals, and we use our expertise and knowledge to provide customized solutions that meet their requirements and exceed their expectations. Whether you need a new masonry construction project, repairs to an existing structure, or restoration work to preserve the historical significance of a masonry building, Arvin Masonry is the contractor to call. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and experience the quality and professionalism that has made us a leading masonry contractor in the greater Indianapolis area. Get A Free Estimate To request a free estimate, simply contact us by completing the request a quote and provide us with some basic information about your project. We’ll then schedule a time to visit your property and assess the scope of the work required.
"Randy and his excellent team did a remarkable job replacing three foundation/basement walls of my house. They also built a 12ft x 20ft concrete porch and replaced two concrete walkways. Randy took care of all the governmental permits to get this major project done. It didn't matter if it was a Sunday or holiday, if the weather was dry the crew was working. Randy was easy to communicate with. I highly recommend Arvin Masonry!"
Daniel B on December 2023
Arvin Masonry is a highly reputed and experienced masonry contractor based in Noblesville, Indiana. Our company has been providing top-notch masonry services to clients in the greater Indianapolis area for many years, earning a reputation for quality workmanship, excellent customer service, and competitive pricing. We specialize in all aspects of masonry construction, repair, and restoration, including brick and stone work, chimney repair, foundation repair, tuckpointing, and more. Our team of skilled and certified masons is committed to delivering exceptional work that meets the highest standards of quality and durability. At Arvin Masonry, we take pride in our attention to detail and our commitment to customer satisfaction. We work closely with our clients to understand their specific needs and goals, and we use our expertise and knowledge to provide customized solutions that meet their requirements and exceed their expectations. Whether you need a new masonry construction project, repairs to an existing structure, or restoration work to preserve the historical significance of a masonry building, Arvin Masonry is the contractor to call. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and experience the quality and professionalism that has made us a leading masonry contractor in the greater Indianapolis area. Get A Free Estimate To request a free estimate, simply contact us by completing the request a quote and provide us with some basic information about your project. We’ll then schedule a time to visit your property and assess the scope of the work required.
"Randy and his excellent team did a remarkable job replacing three foundation/basement walls of my house. They also built a 12ft x 20ft concrete porch and replaced two concrete walkways. Randy took care of all the governmental permits to get this major project done. It didn't matter if it was a Sunday or holiday, if the weather was dry the crew was working. Randy was easy to communicate with. I highly recommend Arvin Masonry!"
Daniel B on December 2023
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We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in masonry services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"very prompt with their service excellent work & clean"
Chuck M on November 2024
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in masonry services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"very prompt with their service excellent work & clean"
Looking for top-notch asphalt paving services in Indianapolis? Look no further than Young & Sons Asphalt Paving, Inc. Our team of experts specializes in driveways and offers unmatched quality and professionalism. Contact us today for all your asphalt paving needs!
"I had Young & Sons grade and pour a 450 sq foot extension to my asphalt driveway. They did a phenomenal job, pouring a thick quality product and taking the extra care to cut/square up the existing drive so it was flush. I had an ongoing project over the space that required us to cut some space for concrete footers, Jami and Casey worked with the crew to come back and squeezed us in for that in the middle of their extra busy season. Casey responded to an email from me at 9:30pm! If you are looking to support a solid local business, with amazing people and a quality product, look no further than Young & Sons"
Dan D on June 2025
Looking for top-notch asphalt paving services in Indianapolis? Look no further than Young & Sons Asphalt Paving, Inc. Our team of experts specializes in driveways and offers unmatched quality and professionalism. Contact us today for all your asphalt paving needs!
"I had Young & Sons grade and pour a 450 sq foot extension to my asphalt driveway. They did a phenomenal job, pouring a thick quality product and taking the extra care to cut/square up the existing drive so it was flush. I had an ongoing project over the space that required us to cut some space for concrete footers, Jami and Casey worked with the crew to come back and squeezed us in for that in the middle of their extra busy season. Casey responded to an email from me at 9:30pm! If you are looking to support a solid local business, with amazing people and a quality product, look no further than Young & Sons"
Whether you need a driveway or sidewalk poured or repaired, or you want a beautiful custom patio, Lasting Impressions Decorative Concrete will deliver. We have been providing central Indiana with custom concrete patios, pool decks, and even fire pits for over five years and we are ready to serve many more. Visit our facebook page for the most recent pictures of our work at https://www.facebook.com/Lasting-Impressions-Decorative-Concrete-LLC-152407928761756 and don't forget to check out our website at www.liconcrete.com
"The men were very professional. Every body seemed to know what each persons job was. The worked like a fine tuned machine. I would recommend Lasting impressions to everyone. Carlos stop a couple days later to make sure everything was to my satisfaction."
Stony G on August 2025
Whether you need a driveway or sidewalk poured or repaired, or you want a beautiful custom patio, Lasting Impressions Decorative Concrete will deliver. We have been providing central Indiana with custom concrete patios, pool decks, and even fire pits for over five years and we are ready to serve many more. Visit our facebook page for the most recent pictures of our work at https://www.facebook.com/Lasting-Impressions-Decorative-Concrete-LLC-152407928761756 and don't forget to check out our website at www.liconcrete.com
"The men were very professional. Every body seemed to know what each persons job was. The worked like a fine tuned machine. I would recommend Lasting impressions to everyone. Carlos stop a couple days later to make sure everything was to my satisfaction."
With over 20,000 jobs completed to date, Indianapolis Concrete offers a variety of concrete services at a respectable price. Start with a free estimate and end with the satisfaction of a job well done. *Current construction lead time is about TWO weeks*
"Great job. Thanks"
Duane D on July 2025
With over 20,000 jobs completed to date, Indianapolis Concrete offers a variety of concrete services at a respectable price. Start with a free estimate and end with the satisfaction of a job well done. *Current construction lead time is about TWO weeks*
More than 19 years of experience in concrete. Our goal is that our clients are happy with our work. We are owner operated. The owner guides your through the whole process of your project. We do all types of residential concrete, patios, driveways, sidewalks, etc. We are honest, hardworking, and trustworthy. We look forward to working with you.
"Provided estimate for project, and scheduled appointment to come do the work. Night before, cancelled and rescheduled for the following week. Did not confirm appointment when requested, and no showed. Very poor experience, do NOT recommend as clearly very unreliable. Estimate amount and expectations for completion sounded great, but the rest of the experience was grossly unprofessional and extremely disappointing."
Maurice O on September 2025
More than 19 years of experience in concrete. Our goal is that our clients are happy with our work. We are owner operated. The owner guides your through the whole process of your project. We do all types of residential concrete, patios, driveways, sidewalks, etc. We are honest, hardworking, and trustworthy. We look forward to working with you.
"Provided estimate for project, and scheduled appointment to come do the work. Night before, cancelled and rescheduled for the following week. Did not confirm appointment when requested, and no showed. Very poor experience, do NOT recommend as clearly very unreliable. Estimate amount and expectations for completion sounded great, but the rest of the experience was grossly unprofessional and extremely disappointing."
Welcome to Renew Properly Solutions DBA Renew Concrete, your go-to company for all your residential and commercial concrete needs in Indianapolis. With years of experience in the industry, we have built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality concrete solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients. At Renew Properly Solutions, we understand the importance of having a durable and aesthetically pleasing concrete surface for your property. Whether it's a driveway, patio, sidewalk, or a commercial space, our team of skilled professionals is committed to delivering exceptional results that exceed your expectations. We take pride in our attention to detail and our ability to provide innovative and cost-effective concrete solutions for our clients. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond the initial installation process. We also offer maintenance and repair services to ensure that your concrete surfaces remain in top condition for years to come. Our goal is to provide long-lasting and durable concrete solutions that add value to your property and enhance the overall appeal of your space. When you choose Renew Properly Solutions, you can have peace of mind knowing that you are working with a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional and long-lasting concrete solutions. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you with your concrete needs.
"Was able to get quote for replacing a concrete step and walkway based on cell phone photos and a few measurements. Bid came in $500 below the others. Project manager (Chris) keep me in the loop about delays, but the work crew still came in the following Monday and got the job done in one day, and also cleared some brush without extra charge. All exchanges were professional and efficient, brief on words but big on action. Concrete repairs are expensive but I was very happy with the experience and outcome."
Alexander W on July 2025
Welcome to Renew Properly Solutions DBA Renew Concrete, your go-to company for all your residential and commercial concrete needs in Indianapolis. With years of experience in the industry, we have built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality concrete solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients. At Renew Properly Solutions, we understand the importance of having a durable and aesthetically pleasing concrete surface for your property. Whether it's a driveway, patio, sidewalk, or a commercial space, our team of skilled professionals is committed to delivering exceptional results that exceed your expectations. We take pride in our attention to detail and our ability to provide innovative and cost-effective concrete solutions for our clients. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond the initial installation process. We also offer maintenance and repair services to ensure that your concrete surfaces remain in top condition for years to come. Our goal is to provide long-lasting and durable concrete solutions that add value to your property and enhance the overall appeal of your space. When you choose Renew Properly Solutions, you can have peace of mind knowing that you are working with a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional and long-lasting concrete solutions. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you with your concrete needs.
"Was able to get quote for replacing a concrete step and walkway based on cell phone photos and a few measurements. Bid came in $500 below the others. Project manager (Chris) keep me in the loop about delays, but the work crew still came in the following Monday and got the job done in one day, and also cleared some brush without extra charge. All exchanges were professional and efficient, brief on words but big on action. Concrete repairs are expensive but I was very happy with the experience and outcome."
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Concrete services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today! We do mostly all kinds of concrete jobs but our main things are driveways, sidewalks, patios and slabs. We do normal concrete jobs, stamps, and exposed aggregate!
"JAC'S Concrete was one of the first companies to respond to my request. I interacted directly with the person who did the work. The process was simple, the work was completed fast, and it was done professionally. I would use them again for concrete needs."
Randolph R on May 2025
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Concrete services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today! We do mostly all kinds of concrete jobs but our main things are driveways, sidewalks, patios and slabs. We do normal concrete jobs, stamps, and exposed aggregate!
"JAC'S Concrete was one of the first companies to respond to my request. I interacted directly with the person who did the work. The process was simple, the work was completed fast, and it was done professionally. I would use them again for concrete needs."
Award winning. We are a family-owned and family-runned business. Van has been in the concrete business for 40+ years. We do not subcontract any work out.
"Just had a sidewalk poured around the back of our house by Van Croshier Concrete; we're super happy with it, and it looks great!"
Ransom W on March 2024
Award winning. We are a family-owned and family-runned business. Van has been in the concrete business for 40+ years. We do not subcontract any work out.
"Just had a sidewalk poured around the back of our house by Van Croshier Concrete; we're super happy with it, and it looks great!"
Ransom W on March 2024
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Concrete Finishing questions, answered by experts
The trick to getting a smooth finish when pouring concrete is to smooth the surface of the concrete with a magnesium float. This tool helps bring the finer, smoother aggregate to the surface for a cleaner finish. Don’t overdo the floating process, though, or the slab can become weaker and start to scale.
Unfortunately, concrete cracks happen, so there’s no surefire way to avoid them long-term. To slow down the cracking, apply a sealant every two to three years and use sand rather than salt to melt snow or ice. Using salt speeds up the freeze-thaw cycle, which may increase the likelihood of cracking. Additionally, keep vehicles and heavy machinery off of your concrete, as the weight can lead to more cracking.
Yes, you can polish an existing concrete floor—as long as the slab is structurally sound and in good shape. In fact, that’s what makes this type of flooring upgrade so appealing. Polishing works best on bare concrete with minimal surface damage, although you can usually repair cracks and stains before the grinding and buffing begins. Instead of ripping out your existing concrete floor, polishing it can turn it into a high-shine showpiece that’s both practical and sleek.
Many concrete companies that handle installing concrete slabs or standard concrete patios can also install stamped concrete, but you can also hire a company that specializes in stamped concrete. These textured concrete surfaces take some finesse to get right, and choosing a company that concentrates on stamped concrete patios and walkways is a good way to ensure the finished product looks top-notch. Additionally, specialists in stamped concrete will likely have more texture options that suit your preferences, like riverstone, sandstone, yorkstone, and cobblestone.
Yes, you can pour new concrete over old concrete, but you need to apply a concrete bonding agent to the existing concrete to ensure the new concrete sticks. Keep in mind that even with a bonding agent, large cracks and other flaws will still come through. If the concrete has heaved, settled, or cracked, pouring new concrete on top won’t address any root structural problems. Removing the existing concrete and rebuilding will be your best solution in that case.
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The Southport, IN homeowners’ guide to concrete finishing services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Looking to spruce up your home’s exterior and add some value? Use this concrete walkway cost guide to see what it will cost to install new concrete paths.