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: Do you sand concrete wet or dry?

• <div><p>You can concrete can be done when it&rsquo;s wet or dry. However, it&rsquo;s safer when wet, as harmful dust and chemicals are present. Sanding it when dry is faster, but you&rsquo;ll agitate more dust and chemicals, meaning you&rsquo;ll need to be more careful.</p></div>

Q: Do you need rebar for a concrete patio?

• <div><p>You don't technically need rebar for a concrete patio, but it's a good idea to install it, especially if your patio will support any heavy items. All concrete is susceptible to cracking, and rebar keeps cracks in check while maintaining a smooth, level surface. Without rebar, cracks will likely widen and cause the concrete to become uneven, compromising its structural integrity. </p></div>

Q: Is underlayment necessary for hardwood floors on concrete?

• <div><p>Underlayment is the barrier between the concrete floor and the hardwood flooring. Adding this barrier is a vital step when installing hardwood over concrete, and it&rsquo;s essential for protecting the wood from moisture coming from the concrete. Some adhesives are also manufactured to contain a moisture barrier that can protect hardwood from moisture, even if it&rsquo;s glued directly to the concrete.</p></div>

Q: What happens if you over-trowel concrete?

• <div><p>If you over-trowel concrete, it will be difficult for moisture to move through it. For this reason, it may be worthwhile to hire a professional, especially if you don&rsquo;t have the advanced knowledge and techniques required to avoid this issue. </p></div>

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Last update on October 31, 2025

Reviewed in July 2025
He was great. Clean, no piercings! Polite. Worked hard, beautiful job, cleaned up afterward. Very pleasant. Would use again and recommend to anyone seeking concrete work.
TruForm Construction
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Reviewed in January 2025
Great work. Crew came out on time and got the job done. Concrete was poured level.
Finley River Construction Services
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Reviewed in August 2024
Very professional and fairly priced. Randy kept in constant communication. He went above and beyond my expectations. He is very detailed oriented, my concrete surfaces look brand new. I will be using him for future projects.
B&B Deck and more
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Reviewed in May 2024
I highly recommend Liming Concrete, for any concrete jobs, they gave us fair pricing, the guys in this crew had very good communication skills, very polite and professional. The rain was a factor and they told us the plan and layed out the plan and finished the plan as promised. Very good...
LIMING CONCRETE
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Reviewed in October 2023
They quoted a price and we had them do a sight visit so they knew what we had and half way through the project he added cost and would not provide pictures to justify! Also we have a hump in our concrete, left the edges unfinished, one pad is not straight and concrete splashed up the side of...
Quality Concrete
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Reviewed in June 2023
Adorable Concrete is the best. Professional in every way. It is refreshing to find a contractor that communicates well, does what they promise, and when they promise. All with excellence. Will definitely recommend them to everyone I know.
Affordable Concrete
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Reviewed in June 2023
I contacted Josh for a quote to pour my new concrete pad for a garage project I’m currently working on. He came back very quickly with a verbal quote, but, understandably, needed to do a site inspection to confirm. He and a coworker came out very quickly, and he agreed that his verbal quote was...
M.F.H. Concrete and Excavation
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Reviewed in July 2022
I wasn't very pleased with the work done they are hard workers but didn't seem to do quality work the french drain wasn't deep enough now the gutter drains are exsposed the drains under the concrete walkway have a hump ware they put new concrete down .I looked in the crawl space after they were...
Guardian Foundation Repair, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2022
Shoutout for Ethan Bryer, owner of Ethan Bryer Asphalt Paving and Sealcoating, for coming to repair our driveway the day after I called him. He and his crew worked in the rain and windy cold to get it done quickly. Having been in the concrete industry for many years I dealt with many asphalt...
Asphalt Sealcoating By Ethan Bryer
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Reviewed in April 2022
Jeremy was very prompt and professional. I will definitely use him again for any concrete projects in the future.
Great Oak Concrete, LLC
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