Does grass grow through concrete?

• <div><p>While most of the grass below newly poured concrete will die, some will grow through the cracks and around its edges with ease. Some grasses and weeds can even widen hairline cracks in your foundation, particularly the inevitable <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-of-cracks-in-concrete.htm">concrete cracks</a> that form during the curing process. This is just one of the reasons it's best to remove grass before laying concrete.</p></div>

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Q: How do you get a smooth finish when pouring concrete?

• <div><p>The trick to getting a smooth finish when pouring concrete is to smooth the surface of the concrete with a magnesium float. This tool helps bring the finer, smoother aggregate to the surface for a cleaner finish. Don&rsquo;t overdo the floating process, though, or the slab can become weaker and start to scale. </p></div>

Q: Is concrete more durable than asphalt?

• <div><p>In terms of durability, concrete driveways can last more than <b>50 years</b> when properly maintained, compared to the typical <b>30 years</b> for an asphalt driveway. However, the durability depends on the climate, base material and thickness, and thickness of the concrete or asphalt used. The longevity of concrete or asphalt driveways also depends on how well it&rsquo;s maintained and the amount of wear and tear it endures.</p></div>

Q: Should I repair my concrete driveway or have a new concrete driveway installed?

• <div><p>Cost and age are two factors to consider when determining if you should repair or replace your concrete driveway. If your existing driveway is on the older side and the cost of repairs is 50% or more of its value, it might be worth replacing it. Replacing a concrete driveway when it's 20 years old and deteriorating in condition will save you from the cost of repairs that likely wouldn&rsquo;t save it from replacement in a few years anyway. </p></div>

Q: Is it normal to have cracks in your basement floor?

• <div><p>Yes, all basement floors crack in response to the natural settlement of the soil around them and from concrete shrinkage as it cures, and you&rsquo;ll see hairline cracks as a result. However, you should keep an eye on your basement floor to see if cracks continue to lengthen or widen or show signs of water intrusion. In any of these cases, the problem is likely not settling or shrinkage, and a professional repair is necessary.</p></div>

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Reviewed in December 2023
Logan and his LJS crew have been building custom homes for years. They can do excavating, foundations, concrete, framing, plumping, electrical, finish, and roofing. Fast, quality work fairly priced.
LJS Real Estate Company., LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
Brian is extremely nice and easy to work with. I requested a quote and within 10 minutes he called me and set up a time to come look at my driveway the next day. He arrived on time and quoted me a great price to clean, fill cracks and seal the asphalt. I agreed to the price and he came the very...
River Valley Sealcoating
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Reviewed in August 2019
company was professional and personal. all work was completed in one day, the cost was less than the original estimate. the work included filling washed out sections of the drive and rebuilding the creek banks, cleaning out and shoring up of the culvert pipe under the driveway.
Cutting Edge Dirt Work, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2017
The most horrible experience we ever went through. The problems started when they installed a driveway that was very steep. Contractors had a difficult time getting to the house and our car could not go up the driveway. We told Don Getgen our concerns and he suggested moving the driveway further...
Getgen Excavating
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Reviewed in June 2017
Owner of company arrived in a timely manner and greeted my wife and I with a very pleasant and ambitious gesture ready to answer questions and get to work figureing out a plan to accomplish our goals even though it was late in the day. He made it clear we had good options for both cooling and...
Hilltech Heating & Air Conditioning
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Reviewed in May 2016
Update: not happy with the plumbing. Installed a laundry sink with the drain into the floor sealed with concrete. I had been noticing a white powdery substance growing around the edge of the new concrete and assumed it was normal. Later I noticed wetness under the sink but assumed it traveled...
F & S Renovations
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Reviewed in July 2012
Previously, we had no outside water access on the front of our house and watering anything on the front lawn entailed using a long hose strong around from the back of the house and across the driveway. The new faucet that was installed was done quickly, professionally and without damage to the...
Plumbing Masters
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Reviewed in May 2012
They were really nice, and they did a good job. They asked me before they did any work, and they always asked if I had questions about what they were doing. I really liked that because I have three gutters that run underneath my driveway, and they only had two gutters written down. Once they...
CHARLES CONSTRUCTION CO
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