How thick should a concrete basement floor be?

• <div><p>The average thickness of a concrete basement floor should be 4 to 6 inches. The thickness of a concrete basement floor depends on your area’s building codes, the type of concrete you’re using, the load capacity, and the base flooring materials. Most residential basements require a minimum of 4 inches for standard foot traffic and light storage. </p></div>

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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: Should I reinforce new concrete?

• <div><p>If you're planning to lay new concrete over an old demolition site, reinforcements may be a good idea for larger builds, such as patios, decks, and concrete slabs. Concrete that exceeds 6 inches of thickness is often reinforced. It will cost more to lay but will give your new structure a solid foundation. </p></div>

Q: Is it better to stain or paint concrete?

• <div><p>Generally speaking, stain is a better option for concrete because it soaks into the surface and won&rsquo;t get worn away like a topical paint will. Painting concrete increases the risk that moisture will get trapped beneath the top layer of paint, which wears concrete down over time. So long as you know how to prep concrete for staining, you'll maintain its strength after you finish your project.</p></div>

Q: How long do concrete pathways last?

• <div><p>A concrete pathway is very durable and can last upward of 30 years under normal conditions. Heavy snowfall and excessive heat may decrease this lifespan over time, as can vehicle traffic and salt applications during freezing conditions. Homeowners in extreme climates might notice cracking and deterioration after just 15 years, while those in more temperate climates should see multiple decades of life from their concrete. </p></div>

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Professional and friendly team made quick work of our trees. Provided high level service, very satisfied. Finished the project in a couple of hours. Thank you very much! 5/5
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Jimmy was friendly, courteous and true to his word. Communicated with Jimmy from cost to work appointment day. Was punctual, did the palm tree removal in about an hour. Cut up tree, removed it and grinded the trunk away. Smoothed out the hole leveled it out. Cleaned up and left the yard and...
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Reviewed in March 2023
He tried to raise the concrete slab, but was not able to do anything to fix the problem.
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Reviewed in January 2023
Hired them to level one corner of an addition which was sinking and had broken the slab foundation resulting in a crack and non level floor in that corner. They jacked up the sunken corner and supported it with footings. I was generally satisfied with the work. However, the contract specified...
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Very, very accommodating man! Worked his heart out on a nasty, dirty mobile and concrete pad! Was very thorough, professional, and did an extra good jib
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The owner, Tony Barrera, is very knowledgeable and explained exactly what they were going to do. My back yard was a complete blank canvas, but that meant they had to level the entire area (which was not level) and remove a lot of rocks and weeds. The sod they put in my back yard grows really...
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I love the final result. I needed desperate help fixing my driveway after another contractor did a poor job with materials different than what I had requested. I am very thankful for the level if costumer service he provided and the quality of work he offers.
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A ground fault interrupt outlet in the kitchen blew out, cutting all counter-level outlets. On the next morning I called for assistance, a very professional person answered and immediately dispatched a technician. The technician arrived promptly, quickly diagnosed the problem, replaced the...
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Baird Foundation Repair is a third generation family owned company that was founded in the early 1960's by William Baird. Today, Baird Foundation Repair is one of the largest foundation and concrete repair contractors in South Texas, serving both residential and commercial clients. In addition to being a member of the Foundation Repair Association, Baird Foundation Repair is also a long-time member of the Better Business Bureau.

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