Concrete
Concrete, the most widely used man-made materials in the world, is one of the most importann materials in construction.
Concrete is used in a variety of site structures including parking lots, walkways, curbs, gutters, dumpster pads, bumper blocks, walls, and ramps.
It provides excellent performance throughout its service life when installed and maintained properly.
Concrete's rigidity and the fact that is does not rut make it the preferred surface construction material for projects that have heavy load usage.
Stamped Concrete
Stamped concrete involves impressing patterns and textures into newly poured concrete before it has dried completely. Concrete can be stamped to resemble stone, brick, slate, flagstone and other natural materials.
Dyes, stains and sealers allow stamped concrete to achieve a beautiful look that can be less expensive and more durable than natural materials. Stamped concrete can be used for patios, walkways, pool decks and more.
Benefits of Concrete Paving
- Durable: Properly installed concrete pavements can last as long as 50 years.
- Cost Effective: Though initial costs of concrete can be higher due to the labor involved in prepping, forming and pouring, long term costs of concrete surfaces are lower than asphalt due to the life span of concrete. Correctly laid concrete surfaces also require fewer repairs than other surfaces, providing additional savings.
- Energy Saving: Since concrete tends to be light in color, its surface reflects light well requiring less energy for lighting roadways.
Concrete Repairs
Common causes for concrete slab instability and cracks or holes include settling of poorly compacted fill, freezing and thawing, and water loss and shrinkage.
In this case, the most effective form of repair is to remove and replace the deteriorated area.
Concrete parking bumpers, used to provide better traffic flow, can become damaged by drivers and crumble, resulting in parking lot hazards.
Quickel Paving can remove damaged blocks and install and properly pin new blocks in place.
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