Can you grind concrete by hand?

• <div><p>Yes, you can grind concrete by hand, but it’s typically known as sanding concrete when done with a hand grinder. Additionally, you should only use this method if you’re working on a smaller area, like a countertop, rounding an edge, removing imperfections, or doing a spot repair versus a driveway or patio.</p></div>

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Q: Do I need to seal concrete before tiling?

• <div><p>Sealing the concrete before tiling is recommended to help it stand up against any water that may seep through the tiles or grout. After thoroughly cleaning the concrete with TSP, priming with a concrete primer will seal the concrete. Check the label on the primer to make sure it is also a sealant and follow the manufacturer&rsquo;s instructions for application.</p></div>

Q: Do metal fence posts need concrete?

• <div><p>Whether metal fence posts need concrete depends on the environment and the ground they're placed on. For thick earth and areas without significant weather or high wind, you can get by without concrete, but in areas with weak dirt and strong seasonal weather, it's a good idea to install a concrete base on each individual post. This increases the cost but not as much as replacing or reinstalling the fence would. </p></div>

Q: How long does concrete last?

• <div><p>In general, you can expect concrete to last <b>30 to 50 years</b>. However, the type of concrete, site prep, and climate all affect how long concrete lasts. The proper removal of rocks and tree roots before installation can prevent cracks later on. While concrete takes little maintenance, repairing small cracks as they appear can also extend the life of the concrete. </p></div>

Q: How long do concrete pathways last?

• <div><p>A concrete pathway is very durable and can last upward of 30 years under normal conditions. Heavy snowfall and excessive heat may decrease this lifespan over time, as can vehicle traffic and salt applications during freezing conditions. Homeowners in extreme climates might notice cracking and deterioration after just 15 years, while those in more temperate climates should see multiple decades of life from their concrete. </p></div>

Q: Can you grind concrete by hand?

• <div><p>Yes, you can grind concrete by hand, but it&rsquo;s typically known as sanding concrete when done with a hand grinder. Additionally, you should only use this method if you&rsquo;re working on a smaller area, like a countertop, rounding an edge, removing imperfections, or doing a spot repair versus a driveway or patio.</p></div>

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Tonin was able to quickly provide an estimate for repairs to my cinder block and slab back porch, which included: 1. repair of cinder block wall which the previous owner said was damaged when an excavator backed into the porch 2. break-up/removal of old concrete stairs and replacement with new...
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Reviewed in August 2018
Joes team is friendly and diligent. We did a basement cleaning project. They did a good job flushing the walls and concrete floors, and vacuuming the water from the floors.
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Reviewed in February 2017
It was great! Tthey cleaned bathroom, kitchen, living room, vacuumed the whole house - even got the cat hair off the throw over the couch! I asked them to do the items in my curio cabinet and some decorative items on shelves in the kitchen - all were washed and left on the kitchen table as I...
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Reviewed in February 2017
I will definitely use Voom again! Drapes and blinds were made from high quality materials and function exceptionally well. We needed window treatments that look great but can also be opened and closed daily- function was key for us. We received professional timely, service with the addition of...
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Reviewed in December 2016
To finish up our septic construction project, after doing a fantastic job building our concrete stairs, Bill and crew then built several retaining walls to finish the project. Turned out great! The price was very reasonable and the work was very high quality. Bill also helped us to determine...
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Reviewed in November 2013
Fredrick and his crew were very through and did great quality work on our stone, mortar and concrete dock. It was a very big job and the dock was in pretty poor shape. It now looks great and should keep us worry free for a long time. I will strongly consider using them again for another...
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Reviewed in August 2012
My daughter had a clock that she kept on her dinning room wall and it was a decorative but working clock. It wasn't working and Morton's Jewelers had an advertisement and she brought it in to him. I think he hired another vendor to do the work, but that's where we went and he did a nice job....
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Reviewed in July 2012
Our driveway needed resurfacing what we did not realize is that under the driveway was an older driveway of concrete. Apparently when the last driveway was installed the old driveway was not removed. John from the company quickly brought in a truck to remove the old concrete and still had the...
AMERICAN PAVING CO OF MORRIS COUNTY
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Reviewed in July 2011
We selected tile with inserts and a decorative bottom. It took me weeks to pick it out and Joy was just lovely. At first I thought I had my tile picked out. But them when I got it I hated it. Just took it back. And we started again. No pressure, just help in finding what I wanted. I was there...
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