Is it worth it to make your own concrete?

• <div><p>It depends on whether you think it is worth it to make your own concrete. While you can save a lot of money making your own concrete and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-do-contractors-pour-solid-concrete-foundations.htm">pouring your own concrete slab</a>, it's an advanced DIY. Adding too much or too little water can offset the savings of skipping the professional, as the wrong mixture will not allow the concrete to cure properly for your unique project.</p></div>

What lasts longer, a fiberglass or concrete pool?

• <div><p>Concrete pools have the longest life span. As long as you properly maintain your concrete pool, you can expect it to last 50 to 100 years. That said, you will need to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/resurfacing-pool-eliminates-cut-feet-cracks-and-lost-water.htm">resurface your concrete pool</a> as it ages. Fiberglass is durable, but fiberglass pools generally only last around 25 to 30 years. That said, some high-end fiberglass pools can last more than 50 years if they’re well-maintained. </p></div>

Should I use water when drilling concrete?

• <div><p>Yes, using water when drilling concrete can help keep dust from clogging the hole and prevent your drill bit from wearing out, although you don’t need to spray water on the concrete while drilling. Water can also lubricate the bit and help keep it cool since drilling into concrete can generate a lot of friction and heat. </p></div>

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Q: How much do cement companies charge for concrete projects?

• <div><p>Cement companies often charge a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-deliver-concrete.htm">per-cubic-yard cost for concrete</a>, which averages around <b>$130</b>. In most cases, you can also expect to pay for leveling, surfacing, and add-on services, like stamping concrete. Here are some typical prices for common concrete projects for which you may hire a cement company.</p><p> </p><ul><li><p>Walkway: $1,800</p></li><li><p>Driveway: $2,800</p></li><li><p>Standard patio: $3,300</p></li><li><p>Stamped concrete patio: $4,000</p></li><li><p>Concrete steps: $3,500</p></li><li><p>Colored concrete: $3,800</p></li></ul><p>You might also need to budget for removing your old concrete or additional land prep before your professional can pour concrete.</p></div>

Q: What can I do with extra-wet cement?

• <div><p>The easiest way to handle extra-wet cement is to pour it, let it harden, and then recycle it using one of the methods above. You can also crush it down and sell it for base materials, although this can be pretty time-consuming. Your best bet is to start with less concrete than you need and make more as you go to avoid this problem.</p></div>

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I am very concerned about the pricing AAA Septic of Santa Fe charges the public. While I am still awaiting word of a compromise with the owner(?), Gino, I was charged over $2,100 for 20-25 minutes of time for two men to lift two septic tank lids off the top of existing risers at ground level to...
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Reviewed in February 2024
Very quick and professional. He cleaned all of my backyard really nicely. This included picking up dog poop, weeds, raking and leveling dirt, power washing my sidewalk and hauling all the trash. 10/10 would recommend
Castillo's Clean Up
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Reviewed in September 2022
Daniel Padilla was highly detailed when going over the home and had a high amount of information to share about everything found and was able to explain on a level that majority of people can understand. Daniel has 2 home inspection schools a mold and radon schools behind him, over all i would...
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Reviewed in October 2021
I working with Mitchells Painting, a level of professionalism was noticed. From the written estimates to the completion of the project, great communication between parties was established.
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Reviewed in January 2020
The whole process was very smooth considering how many unexpected situations popped up. When I tore up the old tiles i damaged the underlying concrete so badly that Euro Painting had to put down a self leveling cement to make the process possible. I was offered the choice of doing this myself or...
Euro Restorations
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Reviewed in October 2017
They did the work a lot sooner than I expected and at first I thought it was great but after a week and looking at the quality I'm extremely disappointed. The concrete patio extension looks terrible and is uneven and crumbling around the edges. I don't think they actually put any rock at all...
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Reviewed in October 2011
Tim Miller is a very professional guy, and a master with a backhoe! He and his you g son and son-in-law did the job together and worked well as a team. I admit, I didn't even get anyone else to do an estimate, as I had heard what a good job they do from a neighbor. Tim is part of the...
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