"Mariano was very professional and did an excellent job. He was hired for the concrete slab for the foundation for our home and we asked him to return to do the drywall on a separate building we built. Both projects turned out excellent and we plan on using this company for any future projects."
"Overall I am satisfied with the results of the gate and wall, but definitely not the quality of work I was hoping for or expecting. SMRT sent a contracted employee to do the work, he called the night before, arrived on time and proceeded to increase the height of the cinder block wall by 3 blocks, using a total of six blocks. I was disappointed when he finished this part, because he used all the mortar to fill the end blocks and used the cement as mortar. He offered to fix it by scraping out the cement and using mortar over it, but I told him to leave it, I was concerned at this point if he had worked with cement and mortar before. He told me he would be back in a couple days to install the gate after building it at the shop. Did not hear from him for three days and called to find out what was up, he had a death in his family and would be out early the next week. Next week arrived and no news. Called again and told it was because of the funeral. He would be out the next day to install. He came and installed the gate, but brought the wrong bolts to finish the latch. Once again, waited several days for him to return and finish latch, and finally called to get him to come. A project that should have taken at most 6 hours and spanned a couple days ended up taking 17 days. I feel just terrible about the young mans death in the family, but Michael at SMRT should have reassigned the project to someone else, or at the very least made sure that there was constant communication as most of the time we felt in the dark. "
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Regular sealing, proper drainage, and periodic inspections prevent premature wear and cracking.
Options include epoxy, polyurethane, and acrylic for various uses.
While it's possible to do your own stamped concrete, it is generally not recommended. The process requires significant skill and specialized equipment to achieve a durable, high-quality result. It's easy to mess up the pattern, leaving you with an unsightly finish. Furthermore, any mistakes during the ground leveling and concrete pouring process can increase the risk of future cracks or sinking. Timing is also critical; you must apply the stamps when the concrete is at the right stage of curing—too early and the pattern may fade, too late and it won't set at all. Finally, it may not be cost-effective, as buying the necessary stamps can cost as much as hiring a professional. For the best results, it is advisable to hire an experienced concrete contractor.
Address drainage issues, avoid heavy loads, and seal cracks to prevent future settling.
Yes, you can seal old or existing concrete, but proper preparation is crucial. The concrete surface must be clean, dry, and free of any incompatible old sealant. To check if an old sealer is present, drip a few drops of water onto the surface; if the water is absorbed in under five minutes, it's ready to be resealed. If you plan to use the same type of sealer that was previously applied, you may not need to remove the old layer. However, if you are using a different type of sealer, the old one must be completely removed. Before applying the new sealer, thoroughly clean the concrete and repair or fill any cracks to ensure a smooth, well-prepared surface.
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