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Q: What is the life span of a stamped concrete driveway?

• <div><p>While stamped concrete can last <b>up to 50 year</b>s on average, a driveway will likely need repairs or resurfacing within 25 years. Comparatively, the life span of a stamped concrete driveway is much longer than those built with pavers or asphalt, which will often crack or break down under the weight of your vehicle much sooner.</p></div>

Q: Can I drive on concrete after 7 days?

• <div><p>Yes, you can drive on concrete after seven days. While doing so, take extra care around the edges of the freshly poured concrete surface, as these areas may not be as strong as the main concrete surface. You should also avoid driving heavy trucks and machinery on new concrete until it&rsquo;s fully cured, 28 days after it&rsquo;s poured.</p></div>

Q: Do you need a gravel base under crushed concrete?

• <div><p>Placing either a layer of mixed-size gravel or a paver base under your crushed concrete driveway is a good idea. The smaller pieces will compress and prevent the larger pieces of concrete from driving into the soil below, helping to avoid sinking over time under the weight of vehicles. For added protection from sinking and weeks, you can also install a heavy-duty weed liner beneath the gravel or paver base. Just be sure to use a permeable material to avoid drainage problems. </p></div>

Q: Do you need a special drill bit for concrete?

• <div><p>Yes, it's best to use a carbide-tipped masonry bit when drilling into concrete. These bits are harder and more durable than standard bits, so they're designed for drilling into tough surfaces like concrete. A different bit is likely to break and pose a safety hazard so you'll definitely want to stick with one that's specially designed for concrete. </p></div>

Q: What is the best material to make concrete forms?

• <div><p>For most homeowners, wood and wood screws are the best materials to make concrete forms because they&rsquo;re affordable, readily available, and easy to work with. Steel is a better concrete form material because you can use it thousands of times for repeated work, but this is most useful in commercial applications where one job is necessary many times over.</p></div>

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Last update on November 30, 2025

Reviewed in September 2024
I have hired Wes for multiple jobs. He built a garage, and as part of that project, he poured the concrete floor and driveway, as well as sections of sidewalk. He also designed and created a concrete path with a pebbled look. In another project, he did a bunch of repair work to siding on my...
RootWorks
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Reviewed in July 2024
We hired Matt to remodel our basement and were very happy with the final product and the overall experience of working with him. He completely transformed the basement from an unfinished concrete pit to an extension of the livable space of the house. He did a great job of hiding the ugly parts...
Fern Wood Property Management, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2024
They did the greatest job power washed my pavers in my backyard my concrete steps on the side of the house and my teak table and chairs. They made everything like brand new , spotless clean! They cleaned up after themselves couldnâ t have asked for a better company! Iâ m very very pleased...
Jet Stream Pros
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Reviewed in September 2017
Only negative was oil left on concrete driveway from truck
Dennison's Tree Removal
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Reviewed in November 2013
Roof leaked in 3 spots the day after they finished 2 guys built the building with concrete in 2 days,they came back for 15 minutes to resolve 2 of the leaks and I had friend take care of the third. Concrete floor is absolutely the worst job I have ever seen holes in the floor areas 12x12 flaking...
Triple D Truss
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Reviewed in September 2013
He dug it up, poured the concrete and did a great job. He is very meticulous and extremely honest. Also, very knowledgeable in his line of work.
Micron Construction
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Reviewed in July 2013
I got a quote from them and I said, "Yes. Let's go through with it," but they never called me back, so I don't know, They never followed up with me like they said. I had to call them and told me to get back to me in a couple of days but that was two weeks ago. I like everything about them. The...
Hopgart Construction LLC
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Reviewed in May 2013
Michael was terrific. He designed the new steps (which are very wide, have an intermediate landing and are approached from two different pathways). He sourced and ordered the sustainable hardwood we desired. He removed the existing steps which had a poured concrete base and required much effort....
Rent An Artisan LLC
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Reviewed in May 2013
They hired a subcontractor for the job, who hired cheap labor, and Lowes had a falling-out with the sub-contractor so no one took responsibility!!. The wood floor is incorrectly installed (I have a concrete subfloor), they are still figuring out how to fix the huge gaps in the floor. After...
Lowe's Of Ithaca NY
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Reviewed in March 2013
I will be recommending Tom Duffee as a true artisan. He was professional, efficient and punctual. Tom was also responsive to a call after the work was completed when a minor defect was noted in the curing concrete. He repaired the area with a small patch of portland cement. I am pleased with...
Duffee's Contracting LLC
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