Is concrete stronger than masonry?

• <div><p>Yes, concrete is significantly stronger than masonry, especially if the concrete pour includes reinforcements, like steel rebar. Concrete is a uniform material that can withstand compression, sheer force, and tensile force as long as it’s reinforced. Masonry involves the use of mortar or grout to connect individual building materials, like brick, stone, or tile. Mortar and grout are also reasonably strong and resist compression well, but they don’t come close to the strength of poured concrete.</p></div>

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Q: Is thicker concrete more or less likely to crack?

• <div><p>Thicker concrete is less likely to crack due to extreme weather changes. At a minimum, concrete slabs should be at least 4 inches, but if you&rsquo;re worried about the concrete cracking under the weight of heavy machinery or from the freeze-thaw patterns of your climate, you should use even thicker concrete. A professional <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/concrete-companies/">concrete company near you</a> will be able to advise on the best thickness for your climate and use case.</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>

Q: Is asphalt a type of concrete?

• <div><p>Asphalt is not a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-of-concrete.htm">type of concrete</a>. While both are a common type of pavement, asphalt is composed of aggregates (like sand and gravel) and bitumen; concrete is a mixture of cement, aggregates, and water. Here are some of the key <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/pros-and-cons-asphalt-vs-concrete-driveway.htm">differences between asphalt and concrete driveways</a>.</p></div>

Q: How does spraying concrete with water help it cure successfully?

• <div><p>Yes, spraying water on the surface helps concrete cure evenly by preventing the top layer from curing long before the wet bottom layer cures. Otherwise, the top layer will cure and shrink, creating tension, and this tension will tear the top and bottom layers apart, creating a weakened slab. Water prevents this from occurring.</p></div>

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I was an employee of this company, I witness them ,poor slabs, concrete slabs that where one or two inches thick I've watched them very hot wires , and not used electricians and do all their own electrical work to save money they're not electricians or license electricians they have no idea what...
Twisted Shovel LLC
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Reviewed in June 2022
Levi came to the Job site we talked over the Job and what to expect. Levi and his crew Delivered a Great Job. So do not worry about Levi concrete work Great Job for not even knowing the Quality of his Crew. Thanks Levi & Crew.
Wuollet Concrete Construction
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Reviewed in July 2014
The estimator was prompt to our appointment. I was told it would be 2-3 wait time for the work to be done. I waited more than a month and finally decided to call to check on the status. I was told they were just about to call me; they thought they could have someone out that Saturday. I know...
Addessi Fencing LLC
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Reviewed in November 2013
It went great. My dogs have been going here for the last two years or so, and get so excited every time we pull into the driveway. The basic fees are for boarding, feeding, and play time. You can add services on like grooming and individual walks. They try to get a group of dogs to play together...
The Happy Hound Hotel
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Reviewed in August 2013
We decided to go with that. He was very professional. He installed the piping and did some concrete work. I was very happy that the price was much less than the $400. It was also nice to have the owner of the company do the initial assessment.
Wencl Plumbing
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Reviewed in August 2013
We had new gravel spread in our driveway, including making a parking pad larger. They told us to spray weed killer before they came out, and they scraped away the dead grass. Then they brought in the gravel in two trips and spread it around the entire driveway and new parking pad so it was...
LAWNS ETC
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Reviewed in March 2012
Their price was the cheapest. From prep work to the flooring they had it done in day and a half. It was great. There is absolutely no correction in the driveway at all.
Square One Contracting LLC
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Reviewed in November 2009
Paul was very professional to deal with; the only grade less than A that I gave was under punctuality and there is a reason for this. Since Paul is out on the job site with the crew he is not sitting in an office waiting for the phone to ring. Neither does he have an office staff. Therefore,...
Armstrong Concrete Inc
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