How long does concrete take to completely harden?

• <div><p>Concrete can take <b>up to 28 days</b> to completely harden, depending on the type and its water content. But it dries enough for foot traffic in 24 to 48 hours. If you're curious about <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-long-does-concrete-take-to-dry.htm">how long it takes concrete to dry</a> entirely, the answer is more complex, so always check with the specific mixture instructions before adding heavy machinery or driving on new concrete.</p></div>

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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 to stop concrete from going green?

• <div><p>The prevention steps are essentially the same, no matter the patio material. Keep the surface clean and maintained. Ensure there's no debris buildup, and cover the whole thing in a quality sealant. If it's the start of a season or it's been a while since you've cleaned the area, use a pressure washer. </p></div>

Q: What happens if you don't put gravel under concrete?

• <div><p>If you don&rsquo;t put gravel under concrete, the concrete can crack, sink, bow, or crumble. Even the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/concrete-forming.htm">concrete forming</a> process will not go as smoothly if you are working directly on the soil or bare bedrock. The lack of a proper gravel layer can also lead to drainage issues below your slab, leading to water issues throughout your lawn and around your foundation.</p></div>

Q: Can I mix and pour concrete myself?

• <div><p>Yes, but large projects benefit from professional delivery and mixing to ensure proper consistency and durability.</p></div>

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Last update on November 22, 2025

Reviewed in August 2016
The work crew were very efficient and competent. The project was completed in a timely fashion and the final result was of the highest quality.
Wayne Concrete - Paving & Gravel
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Reviewed in October 2019
Fidurko Brothers’ Construction was contracted in July 2017. I worked with Brian Fidurko. There were several issues with quality/workmanship, but the major items were: - Failed to put down an adequate subbase, which resulted in poor drainage under the concrete (leading to excessive heaving) and...
Fidurko Brothers' Construction
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Reviewed in March 2013
They told me upfront that it wold take a few months together to my job, and the timing was just as predicted. They came and completed the job quickly and professionally.
Caldwells Custom Concrete Inc
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Reviewed in April 2017
Work was excellent. They arrived ahead of schedule. I had a mess that was done by a different contractor. They spent all day stripping, washing, cleaning and preparing the concrete. They even helped uncover the pool and move a few items out of the pool area. Check the photos the first two were...
Concrete Safeguard by BCI
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Reviewed in May 2019
Ray and his team did an excellent job. Ray is honest and trustworthy. His team worked hard and were meticulous. This was a big job and they worked very hard and finished it in 3 days. Very impressive. My neighbors won’t stop talking about how nice my driveway looks !! Thank you Ray ! I would...
Elite Concrete
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Reviewed in May 2015
The drive way looks fine, but the customer service left something to be desired. They did not communicate fees associated with the service, did not respond to requests we made about leaving fill, left a piece of concrete next to the driveway and left cigarette butts in the lawn. When I got the...
TERRY GRANGER PAVING
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