Concrete
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What is Concrete?
In its simplest form, concrete is a mixture of paste and aggregates. The paste, composed of portland cement and water, coats the surface of the fine and coarse aggregates. Through a chemical reaction called hydration, the paste hardens and gains strength to form the rock-like mass known as concrete.
Within this process lies the key to a remarkable trait of concrete: it's plastic and malleable when newly mixed, strong and durable when hardened.
Concrete’s durability, strength and relatively low cost make it the backbone of buildings and infrastructure worldwide—houses, schools and hospitals as well as airports, bridges, highways and rail systems. The most-produced material on Earth will only be more in demand as, for example, developing nations become increasingly urban, extreme weather events necessitate more durable building materials and the price of other infrastructure materials continues to rise.
Even construction professionals sometimes incorrectly use the terms cement and concrete interchangeably. Cement is actually an ingredient of concrete. It is the fine powder that, when mixed with water, sand, and gravel or crushed stone (fine and coarse aggregate), forms the rock-like mass known as concrete.
Different forms of Concrete
Concrete is produced in four basic forms, each with unique applications and properties.
Ready-mixed concrete, far the most common form, accounts for nearly three-fourths of all concrete. It's batched at local plants for delivery in the familiar trucks with revolving drums.
Precast concrete products are cast in a factory setting. These products benefit from tight quality control achievable at a production plant. Precast products range from concrete bricks and paving stones to bridge girders, structural components, and wall panels. Concrete masonry another type of manufactured concrete, may be best known for its conventional 8-by-8-by-16-inch block. Today's masonry units can be molded into a wealth of shapes, configurations, colors, and textures to serve an infinite spectrum of building applications and architectural needs.
Cement-based materials represent products that defy the label of "concrete," yet share many of its qualities. Conventional materials in this category include mortar, grout, and terrazzo. soil-cement and roller-compacted concrete —"cousins" of concrete—are used for pavements and dams. Other products in this category include flowable fill and cement-treated bases.
A new generation of advanced products incorporates fibers and special aggregate to create roofing tiles, shake shingles, lap siding, and countertops.
Facts of Concrete
Concrete and asphalt are both a mixture of aggregate material (essentially gravel) and a binding agent. Used to create hardened structures, concrete and asphalt are both favored for their strength and longevity, but that’s where the similarities end.
Though concrete is used in the construction of many structures (buildings, walls, bridges, reservoirs, columns, etc.), asphalt is utilized almost exclusively in the construction of load bearing surfaces like roads, pathways, and parking lots.
Commercial Applications of Concrete and Concrete Maintenance
While commercial buildings made of concrete are extremely durable, they require regular inspection and maintenance. These structures include:
Flatwork refers to the concrete poured hardscape that creates a walkway, sidewalk, patio or similar structure. Rose Paving is fully qualified to complete any type of concrete flatwork project, including the construction of loading docks, dolly pads, dumpster pads, warehouse floors, as well as concrete repairs and maintenance.
Sidewalks – Though sidewalks aren’t subjected to heavy loads like parking garages and ramps, they are under constant exposure to the elements. If your sidewalk has obvious cracks and grime, concrete maintenance services like crack filling, power washing, and a protective coating will immediately improve its appearance and prevent future damage.
Parking Garages – Your parking garage may look invincible, but heavy loads and exposure to water, road salt, oil and gas leaks undermine its structural integrity over time. Cracks, chipping, and erosion are all signs of significant damage. Depending on the extent of the damage, necessary concrete maintenance services may include waterproofing, post tension repairs, expansion joint replacement, or even removal and replacement.
Curbs, Borders and Edging – Cracked and crumbling curbs are aesthetically unattractive, but they also allow water penetration, which leads to significant damage to the surrounding pavement. In fact, one of the best ways to protect the life of your pavement is to waterproof your concrete curbs borders and edging.
Concrete Entryways – Your entryway is the face of your business. How it looks can say a lot about you. Loose concrete, cracks, and holes at the threshold of your business not only look unappealing, they’re also a potential liability. Fortunately, our concrete maintenance services include crack filling, concrete stabilization, and protective coating application.
Why Choose Us?
When it comes to concrete installation and repair, it’s vital to work with an experienced and reputable concrete contractor. Cutting corners in this area can lead to serious structural issues, which winds up costing you more time and money in the long run. You should expect results that look good and stand the test of time. Working with an experienced concrete contractor comes with the following benefits:
● Save Time: Any home improvement project comes with unexpected developments. This can take a lot of time to address if you’re attempting the work yourself. An experienced concrete contractor has the resources to address any issue as quickly and accurately as possible.
● Save Money: While it might seem that a high-quality contractor costs more upfront, you will actually wind up saving money over time. A properly executed concrete paving project will last for years and require less upkeep than an installation completed by an inexperienced contractor, costing you less in maintenance and repair costs.
● Reduce Risk: Our workers are licensed and insured to minimize risk during your project. Additionally, we ensure that our final product is as safe as possible, reducing your potential liability.
● Improve Satisfaction & Peace of Mind: When you hire our concrete contractor, we will apply all of our knowledge, experience, and resources to your project. When a knowledgeable professional is working on your concrete project, the project won’t end until you are pleased with the final product. You’ll be able to trust that your paved surface will stand the test of time.
If you are looking to hire a professional concrete contractor for installation, repair, or maintenance work in the greater San Diego area, look no further than the team at Calside Paving. Call today to schedule a consultation!
Concrete Construction Services
Vehicular concrete slabs
Sidewalks
Curbs
Curb and gutter
Flowline/drainage swales
Stamped concrete
Exposed aggregate
Various top casting
Footings
Steel reimbursement
Seat walls
Masonry walls
Staircases/steps
Pavers
Commercial Concrete
In addition to our excellent residential services, Calside caters to many commercial clients throughout Ramona, Poway, Valley Center, Carlsbad, Del Mar, Encinitas, Escondido, Fallbrook, Oceanside, Rancho Santa Fe, San Diego, San Marcos, and Vista, CA. We love the surrounding community and want to see local businesses succeed. Keeping this in mind, we offer our professional clients the most competitive rates on all of our services including seal coating, driveway repair, grading, asphalt crack repair, and more!
Whether you’d like to upgrade the look of your parking lot or you’re building a new commercial facility from the ground up, we’d love to help you along the way. All you have to do is contact one of our friendly representatives to learn more about our specific rates and services. From ready mixed concrete and curing compounds to specialty mixes and expansion boards, we offer the materials necessary to thrive. Contact our team today and discover what we can do for you. From asphalt paving to asphalt maintenance and concrete services, rely on our professionals to get the job done right!