Will my freshly poured concrete wall crack?

• <div><p>Newly poured concrete is prone to small, fine cracks within the first 30 days of installation, but <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/does-freshly-poured-concrete-normally-crack.htm">most noticeable cracks will disappear</a> within that time frame. If a crack is greater than 1 inch, consider contacting the person who installed your wall to inspect the job. </p></div>

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Q: What size gravel should you put under a concrete slab?

• <div><p>You should put gravel that is 3/4 to 1 inch under a concrete slab. However, depending on the project, local building codes may dictate the proper gravel size and shape. Some concrete slabs that do not hold significant weight may have a subbase of sand. Also, keep in mind that the subbase you choose will affect the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-concrete-patio-cost-square-foot.htm">cost of your concrete patio</a>, walkway, or driveway. </p></div>

Q: How do you remove carpet padding glue from concrete?

• <div><p>To remove carpet padding glue from concrete, scrape away as much of the top layers as possible with a sharp-edged scraper or putty knife. You can be more aggressive on a concrete floor than on hardwood, so scrape off as much as possible. Then you can soak the area with hot water for a few minutes before continuing to scrape. If there is still glue left behind, use a solvent that is made to remove adhesives and apply it to the area. Then scrape the rest of the glue off.</p></div>

Q: Can you put thin pavers over a concrete driveway?

• <div><p>Yes, you can put thin pavers over a concrete driveway. However, it's always best to talk to a driveway installer before starting. You'll need to ensure that the concrete below is in good enough shape to hold the pavers and that the driveway will still meet local building codes.</p></div>

Q: What is the downside of sealing concrete?

• <div><p>The biggest downside of sealing concrete is that it needs to be resealed every few years. This routine maintenance can be laborious if you do it yourself and expensive if you hire a professional. Beyond that, sealing concrete can make the surface slippery, which can be dangerous with people with mobility issues, young children, or those with pools near their patios.</p></div>

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Last update on October 30, 2025

Reviewed in October 2023
Work crew, Forest, Devon & Brenda was exceptional. Answering questions, old non-level natural gas generator pad had to be replaced (break old, reinforced concrete) thank you Forest, managing additional portable gasoline generator installation work went well, my concerns about mouse damage were...
Hurricane Home Solutions, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2020
Great in all ways. Friendly and helpful workers did an amazing job, with our white siding looking fresh and bright again and windows sparkling. Deck and concrete and gutter cleaning top rate. I recommend this company to everyone- accommodating service and beautiful outcome. Top rating!
Martinez & Sons Power Washing & Window Cleaning
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Reviewed in September 2020
S & R provided top notch work on our patio in Brooklyn. The concrete was cracked and needed to be removed, and the old stonework separating the flower beds from the paths was a mess. Rahman and his crew expertly re-poured the pathways ad straightened all the stonework so it looks perfect. They...
S & R General Construction NYC Corp
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Reviewed in September 2017
Over Promises and under delivers. I had LaBellos Masonry do three projects for me: small concrete pad, Â¼ mile gravel driveway resurface and 750 ft drainage ditch by the driveway. They did 2 of the three well. Unfortunately, the main project--- the driveway is TERRIBLE. It is worse now than...
LaBello's Masonry and Waterproofing, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2015
Generx Generators is an AWESOME company to do business with. We were looking for a whole-house stand-by generator and were fortunate to locate this company on the web. They are located in our home city of Oldsmar, FL and are centrally located in the Tampa Bay area. Mark Costis, owner/operator of...
Generx Generators
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Reviewed in October 2012
I already had an existing back porch, which consisted of a concrete slab (18'X24') and a solid roof (which had/has skylights in it). This porch was already screened in but we wanted to make it into an all-season room so we could use it year round. We had spoken with several "enclosure" companies...
Champion Windows and Home Exteriors of Rochester
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Reviewed in March 2009
This job went horrible. The Basement was done nicely and it has no cracks in the concrete. Mistakes: Lighting- the lights are not lined up in the hallway and not centered in the bedrooms. I also bought all of the lights out of pocket in a so called turn key house....... He also tried to install...
D&L CONTRACTING
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