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Q: Why remove grass before pouring concrete?

• <div><p>Concrete should not be poured directly over grass, as this will impede the necessary tension of the concrete. Grass and soil can draw in moisture, leading to potential cracking. For a solid, lasting foundation, the area must be flat, firm, and completely dry.</p></div>

Q: What’s the difference between masonry and concrete?

• <div><p>Masonry uses units like bricks, cement blocks, and stone with mortar between them. Mortar is generally made of sand and a type of cement. Examples of masonry include the brick or stone on a house, chimney, or freestanding wall. Concrete is a mixture of water, sand, stone aggregate, and other materials, and is poured into forms or moldings. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-of-concrete.htm">Types of concrete</a> applications include driveways, garage and basement floors, and poured concrete walls in basements and crawl spaces.</p></div>

Q: How thick should a concrete driveway be?

• <div><p>The standard thickness for a concrete driveway is <b>four inches</b> for an area that holds cars and pickup trucks. Larger vehicles like motor homes, heavier trucks, and trailers should be thicker to accommodate the added weight without cracking. Plan to pour concrete <b>five inches</b> thick for driveways that need to accommodate large, heavy vehicles.</p></div>

Q: How thick should a concrete patio be?

• <div><p>Most standard concrete patios are around 4 inches deep. However, concrete patios that need to support very heavy items, like a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/8-tips-installing-indoor-hot-tub.htm">hot tub</a> or outdoor kitchen, should be around 6 inches thick to support the full weight of these items. You'll also want to make sure you install rebar for patios that need to support a lot of weight like this. </p></div>

Q: What is the safest ice melt for concrete and pets?

• <div><p>Magnesium chloride is often said to be the safest salt-based option for pet owners. Potassium chloride and calcium chloride are other common choices. For homeowners with dogs, urea is generally safe for their paws and won&rsquo;t be harmful if ingested. You might also consider opting for an ice melt brand designed with pet safety in mind. </p></div>

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Last update on November 15, 2025

Reviewed in September 2023
Ryan did a very good job. They did the work in one day and it is great. They had to come back because my newly installed concrete steps was still allowing moisture to come out of the steps. They came back when they said they would and finished the steps. I recommend them to anyone.
The Garage Outfitters
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Reviewed in September 2018
It went so well! Todd came out on a Thursday and the following Thursday, we had a great concrete patio where dogs had destroyed the grass by digging and racing out the door. The cost was over $1000 less than a competitor's quote and the job is great.
Cornerstone Concrete and Contracting
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Reviewed in June 2018
Great. Very good job and excellent to work with. All posts were replaced and set in concrete.
Professional Home Repair
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Reviewed in December 2016
Everything went fine, last year and this year. They are as punctual as possible -- unless heavy rain delays certain outdoor things like setting concrete, which cannot be avoided -- and pleasant, and professional, and helpful. Most of all both Jake and Ian are very smart at figuring out the best...
Palmer Construction
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Reviewed in September 2013
I had about 80 square feet of concrete that needed to be broken out and replaced. That couldn't be done until a tree stump that was causing the problem was removed and a fence was taken down to allow access to the patio. Ed did a great job of working with me, the condo association and the tree...
SUNSHINE DECK
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Reviewed in October 2012
They did a decent job. I thought it was a pretty nice job. The cake and the decoration was really really good. They were really accommodating because I had ordered a cake for one day and I had to go back and change the date and that worked out just fine. They were really nice people to work...
Mad Batter Bake Shoppe
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Reviewed in July 2012
He did it while we were gone. I hired him to do the work and we left on vacation and when we came back, it was all done. My wife and I had met him before. He gave us an estimate on doing some counter work and his estimate was more than what we wanted to pay so we ended up doing it ourselves...
Tim Lea Builders
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Reviewed in December 2011
Hanneman & Fineis Concrete Hanneman & Fineis Concrete, did the work.
HANNEMAN & FINEIS CONCRETE
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Reviewed in July 2008
The job went great and I learned a lot about my permiter drainage and downspout drainage system. He was able to determine where the water was coming from and where it was going. It was just the confirmation I needed so I could determine if I had a leak or not before my concrete was replaced. ...
Michigan Plumbing Inc
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