What are the disadvantages of a concrete house?

• <div><p>Concrete houses cost 10% to 20% more to build than stick-built homes, and maintenance on home systems is more invasive and expensive due to pipes and wires being buried in concrete. Concrete homes can also look more industrial and less comfortable if you don’t cover the concrete with finishing materials. It’s also more challenging to make changes to concrete, so reframing doors and windows or building home additions will cost more. Concrete needs time to cure, too, so the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-long-does-it-take-build-house.htm">timeline to build a house</a> out of concrete is a bit longer.</p></div>

Do you need to wet concrete to cut it?

• <div><p>No, you don’t need to wet concrete to cut it, particularly if you are using a dry-cutting blade. However, adding some water can help cut down on concrete dust. If you’re using a wet-cutting blade, then yes, you need a constant stream of water on your cutting piece while you’re cutting. </p></div>

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Q: How thick should exposed aggregate concrete be?

• <div><p>A layer of exposed aggregate concrete should be 1 to 2 inches thick if you&rsquo;re installing it on top of existing concrete. If you&rsquo;re pouring a new slab with the finish, slab thickness will depend on the application. Exposed aggregate concrete driveways should be 4 to 6 inches thick in most cases or 8 to 12 inches for commercial vehicles. Sidewalks, patios, and walkways should be 4 inches thick. </p></div>

Q: How long does a resurfaced concrete driveway last?

• <div><p>Resurfaced concrete can last anywhere from eight to 15 years on average. Just <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-long-concrete-resurfacing-lasts.htm">how long your resurface concrete driveway lasts</a> depends on how often you seal the concrete, the amount of traffic, how well the concrete resurfacer was applied, and even the soil quality. Poor soil that led to premature cracks in your existing concrete can quickly lead to even more cracks and problems if you don&rsquo;t fix the root cause of the cracked concrete. </p></div>

Q: Do you need to wet concrete to cut it?

• <div><p>No, you don&rsquo;t need to wet concrete to cut it, particularly if you are using a dry-cutting blade. However, adding some water can help cut down on concrete dust. If you&rsquo;re using a wet-cutting blade, then yes, you need a constant stream of water on your cutting piece while you&rsquo;re cutting. </p></div>

Q: Can I pour the concrete myself after delivery?

• <div><p>DIY pouring is feasible but requires expertise in leveling and finishing to ensure structural integrity and aesthetic quality.</p></div>

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Amazing experience! Moises and his team were exceptional. Hardworking, professional...and incredible workmanship. They exceeded our expectations and went above and beyond to make sure the results were spectacular. If you are looking for concrete, pavers, or any hardscaping...hire them! ...
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Reviewed in September 2023
Urbano painted our 20000 sq ft building and did an excellent job. They repaired any siding that needed to be repaired, repaired some window trim and some concrete stairs leading into the building. They have excellent customer support and did more than was asked of them. If they saw something...
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Reviewed in July 2023
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Reviewed in October 2016
I've used them for years. They are prompt. They explain what they do. The guy left a couple of drops of oil on the concrete floor of the basement which never happened before. We would definitely use them in the future.
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Reviewed in September 2016
Tim is a meticulous craftsman! Our stamped concrete patio is amazing! We were very pleased with all aspects of construction. Tim runs a tight and professional crew. He is an excellent communicater...we had regular updates and knew when he was coming and how things were going. A pleasure to work...
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My wife and I hired Danielle and Catherine to decorate our new home and we are so glad we did! What we really appreciated about this design team was the way they pulled us out of our comfort zone. They made recommendations like painting our kitchen cabinets that we were hesitant to do but we...
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Reviewed in February 2014
Demo concrete and brick front steps, and install new brick and granite steps. They did an excellent job on the new steps. I am very happy with the quality of the work. He responded to my call for quote within a couple days, gave suggestions for type of material to use, started work on the steps...
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Your stupid websight did not help me at all. I simply wanted concrete delivered to my house instead I got directed to someone who builds foundations. You then proceed to invade my privacy with phone calls and emails asking me how my project is going. Stop contacting me and get out of this...
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Reviewed in October 2008
Initial meeting was at a wedding hall open house. Followed up by email to narrow choices. Two consultations at her home, including a tasting. Cake was delivered on time and was exactly what we wanted. Cake flavors were very good, and the guests raved about the decoration.
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