Will wet concrete bond to dry concrete?

• <div><p>No, wet concrete will not bond to dry concrete without an additional bonding agent. The common alternative is adding a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/does-anybody-use-sand-base-they-pour-concrete-driveway.htm">sand or gravel layer under a concrete slab</a> to enhance bonding and create a stable foundation. The right choice depends on the height and thickness of your two slabs, local laws, and the use of the specific concrete slab. </p></div>

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Q: Can a concrete patio be too thick?

• <div><p>In most cases, you&rsquo;ll want your patio to be 4 inches thick, although you should add reinforcement and increase the thickness up to around 8 inches if you want it to support heavier loads and resist cracking more readily. Although thicker slabs will cost more, you&rsquo;ll start seeing diminishing returns at around 6 inches.</p></div>

Q: How long does concrete last?

• <div><p>In general, you can expect concrete to last <b>30 to 50 years</b>. However, the type of concrete, site prep, and climate all affect how long concrete lasts. The proper removal of rocks and tree roots before installation can prevent cracks later on. While concrete takes little maintenance, repairing small cracks as they appear can also extend the life of the concrete. </p></div>

Q: How does concrete not stick to formwork?

• <div><p>Most of the time, you or your contractor will spray the concrete form and framework with a release agent or oil to prevent sticking. This is common practice with wood and steel forms. For insulated concrete forms, the styrofoam formwork often remains in place after construction, so you don&rsquo;t need to treat it beforehand. Foam concrete forms made out of melamine also may not need treatment beforehand, as the material naturally won&rsquo;t stick to the concrete after it&rsquo;s cured.</p></div>

Q: How do you dry concrete faster after rain?

• <div><p>Drying concrete faster after rain is tricky because you&rsquo;d need to increase the temperature or airflow over your slab, both of which are challenging to do outdoors. It can help to remove water from your concrete quickly, though, as the faster you remove rain from the surface, the lower the risk of the water affecting the ratio of your concrete mix. Use squeegees or mops to remove water, and consider covering your slab with a tarp to protect it from future rainfall. </p></div>

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Reviewed in April 2019
It was wonderful, the employees are quick and polite, it turned out beautiful, and they made it looks really nice.They also problem solved our standing water on our driveway.
KINGSVIEW PAVING & EXCAVATING
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Reviewed in May 2016
Randy and his crew were very professional. Work was estimated to take 5 days and even with some inclement weather they completed the job in five days. We had a couple of things that came up and he willing did them without and added expense. They were very concerned about making sure everything...
YANIK'S HOME IMPROVEMENT
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Reviewed in June 2013
After contacting B&W to dig out my crawlspace and finish the foundation around my house (approx 48') with concrete block, one of the owners came to my house and we discussed the project. He had actually done work to a neighbors house and came highly recommended. After inspecting the crawlspace...
B & W CONTRACTING
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Reviewed in October 2012
The company was very professional from beginning to end. They were very prompt responding to our request for an estimate, and even more than happy to double check, whe the price seemed exceptionally low. They were here when they said they would be after a couple of delays, ONLY due to the...
Signature Paving & Sealcoating
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Reviewed in May 2012
They were prompt in cleaning out the system but in the process we found out we needed a bigger unit. We contracted with them in August to install a bigger system - in 3-4 weeks. We called them in October to find out why they hadn't started. Finally started and then stopped (never said a word...
ADVANCED SEPTIC SVC
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Reviewed in August 2011
I felt that they can't be trusted and will hesitate to have another warranty through Best Buy. The warranty does not cover software and it seems that almost every computer problem can be blamed on an operating system glitch.
Geek Squad - Best Buy
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Reviewed in August 2011
The contractor arrived at 08:30 on the dot - as promised. Work commenced immediately. Once they got into the concrete, they found it contained iron rebar reinforcement.. This was unforeseen, but we were reassured that it would not be a problem. All the concrete and iron was removed and...
Calloway Contracting
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Reviewed in July 2006
Mascaro is an excellent company. We are glad that a neighbor referred us to them. They even did a little touch up on another sidewalk at no additional charge. They were on time and cleaned up their mess. The quality of the concrete work was great.
Mascaro Concrete Company
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