Does concrete dry faster in heat or cold?

• <div><p>Concrete dries faster in the heat than in the cold, but when concrete cures too fast, it can cause weak concrete. It’s best to pour concrete when temperatures are between 50 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit, watering it five to 10 times per day for seven days (unless you pour concrete in the winter). Slower cure times, such as when <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/pouring-concrete-in-cold-weather.htm">pouring concrete in cold weather</a>, can cause strong concrete, but you need to monitor the temperature drop and moisture levels. Avoid pouring concrete when temperatures are below 40 degrees Fahrenheit.</p></div>

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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>

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: 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: Should a driveway apron be concrete or asphalt?

• <div><p>Both <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/pros-and-cons-asphalt-vs-concrete-driveway.htm">concrete and asphalt</a> are appropriate for your driveway apron. The choice often comes down to local laws and the current material of your driveway. In some cases, your town may require you to install wire mesh or rebar to fortify the material, but both are common in apron installation. </p></div>

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Reviewed in July 2020
Norm came HIGHLY recommended, tho he was booked for several weeks he fit my small job into his schedule , finished ahead of schedule and in budget, he will be the FIRST guy I call for future concrete work, top knotch!
Beatty Concrete
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Reviewed in June 2016
Things went well beyond our expectations! Every single DBC's employee was a gentleman throughout the whole process. Always polite, cleanly and professionally dressed, answered all questions, asked questions when needed, cleaned up the work area every day, & their work was impeccable. They even...
DBC Remodeling & Construction
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Reviewed in June 2015
I had 2 requests. I purchased my home about 3 years ago. It has 2 septic systems, one for each end of the house. I did not know the location of the systems, and wanted to locate the tanks in order to have them serviced and determine the condition of both systems. I was...
Wm T Spaeder Company Inc
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Reviewed in July 2014
Schultz's plowed our driveway all winter. They didn't come when they weren't needed and they did a great job. Best of all, when the winter was over, they came and fix the lawn and seeded the parts that were torn up.
HUGH J SCHULTZ INC
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Reviewed in May 2014
Office manager called several days before start date to reschedule a few days later. Crew showed up ontime, went right to work. Proceded to break up concrete floor with electric jack hammers. Collected and removed rubble in buckets. Installed pipe in trench along all inside walls. Set...
B-DRY SYSTEM
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Reviewed in March 2013
I don't think I have ever seen such a poor carpentry job. The walls were built on a concrete base, but he did not use sill seal between the concrete & the sill, nor did he use treated lumber. There were gaps in many places; between the concrete & the sill, between the framing boards, and the...
JOHN PETRUSO BUILDING
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Reviewed in December 2012
It went well, he started earlier than I thought he could, charged a bit less than the free estimate. He spread the extra gravel in my driveway.
Hafast Dirtworks
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