the art of pouring concrete

Concrete pouring is a process which needs to be done painstakingly from scratch. If preparation isn’t done properly, all too soon you are faced with common concerns like cracks and caving concrete. It is important to analyze the property for location and ground structure in order to choose the right granulation and pouring technique.
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When you turn to us for concrete pouring services we will schedule a no-strings, free of charge consultation with you on your property. We check all the details and answer all your questions. Should you decide to hire us, we will present you with a contract with all the specifics of the work ahead outlined.

Preparation

Before we start pouring concrete there is essential work to be done clearing and cleaning the site. This often requires earth-moving equipment. There may be bushes or trees, grass or old concrete to be gotten rid of so that we can do the pouring on solid, raw earth. This will ensure solidity and lasting quality. As a foundation we lay a granular sub base of the area to prepare for the concrete itself. For the process of concrete installation foundation work is of prime importance. If the foundation is laid on wobbly turf, your concrete structure will be faulty.
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Forming and pouring placement

Concrete is soft and flowing and needs to formed with the help of wood or metal stakes, which we place along the edges of the entire area. We use materials which are easy to neatly remove once the concrete has cured. After the forms have been placed to perfection we use our concrete pump to get the concrete mass exactly where it needs to go. At this point it is essential to have an experienced crew at location to move the concrete and smooth it as it is being poured to prevent air pockets. This greatly enhances the resistance of the concrete and ensures its life span.
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finishing

The concrete surface is evened by the process of screeding it, i.e. slowly pushing a custom made board across it to compact the concrete. The edges of the concrete are evened out with hand held trowels called floats. At this point the finish of choice is applied. We are proud to offer our customers many contemporary concrete coatings to choose from - including the favorites stamped concrete and concrete stain.
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curing

After the finishing the concrete needs to rest and start the curing process. The curing process takes its own sweet time, but being hasty is only going to cause issues with longevity and quality. In general, the entire curing process will take around 28 days - but remember that the first week is critical! That’s when you’ll want to be especially careful to follow our time recommendations before walking or driving on your new concrete driveway or patio.
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final touches

There is hardly a more durable material than concrete, yet there are a couple of things that will help prolong its life. First, applying a good quality sealer right after the concrete is placed & the occasional cleanse with soap and water! Both of these measures will help against staining or discoloration.
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Get in touch with us, your Concrete Pros of Decatur, and we can help you fulfill your dream & make it last! We are happy to talk Concrete and give advice in all Concrete matters - and remember that quotes are always free with us!

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WE PROVIDE A FULL RANGE OF CONCRETE SERVICES

​We offer a wide range of services and will be pleased to do our best to fulfil your visions - or to give you professional tips and share ideas on how to create the look you want. Our consultations are always free and no strings attached - we love to be helpful in Concrete matters! A concrete driveway with that sought after look of cobblestone? A patio or slab with the appearance of natural stone? Or some other kind of contemporary concrete resurfacing? Or is your concrete cracked or caved in? Different forms of concrete repair are our specialty! And sometimes it's just best to start from scratch - please refer to our information on concrete pouring to assess whether this is the service you want.

Here is a list of other services we offer:
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​- Driveway Repair
- Driveway Construction
- Driveway Replacement
- Concrete Slab Construction
- Concrete Lifting
- Concrete Leveling
- Concrete Coatings
- Concrete Resurfacing
- Concrete Crack Repair
- Stamped Concrete
- Concrete Stain
- Concrete Patio Construction
- Decorative Concrete
- Foundation Repair
- Concrete Pavers
- Concrete Waterproofing

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