Concrete Works
Concrete Works
Concrete services we provide:
Driveways
Sidewalks
Patios
Stairs
Colored Concrete
Stampted Concrete
Concrete Removal
Retaining Wall
CONCRETE FAQ'S
CONCRETE:
HOW LONG BEFORE I CAN PARK ON MY NEW DRIVEWAY?
For Concrete: You may drive and park your personal vehicle on your new concrete surface after 7 days.
Your new concrete is designed to reach 90% of its full strength potential after 7 days, so feel free to drive your personal vehicle on it then. It will take additional time before you can drive or park heavy equipment or machinery on your newly poured concrete, so make sure to wait at least 30 days.
WHEN CAN I WALK ON MY NEW CONCRETE?
Please keep vehicles, children, pets, and yourself off of your newly poured concrete for the next 24 hours.
After 24 hours, you can walk on your newly poured concrete, but avoid dragging your feet, ‘doing the twist’, or allowing your pets to walk on it as their claws can scuff the concrete.
WHY IS MY CONCRETE DIFFERENT COLORS?
Concrete may appear discolored in certain areas as it takes up to 60 days for the concrete to be fully cured. This may cause the concrete to look spotty in areas because there are different amounts of moisture evaporating from each section of your concrete. Please do not be alarmed as this is a normal occurrence and will fade in time.
WHY DOES MY CONCRETE CRACK?
All concrete cracks. We are very skilled at what type of concrete mix we use and where we design our control joints. Hairline cracks do not affect the structural integrity of your new concrete. Please call your Project Manager for more information.
WHAT DO YOU CALL THE LINES IN CONCRETE?
The lines cut into concrete are called control joints. Control joints are used to control where your concrete cracks, helping keep your concrete surface level.
DOES STAMPED CONCRETE FADE?
Stamped or colored concrete can fade if it is not properly maintained. We recommend resealing your decorative concrete every few years, however in high traffic areas, it may need to be resealed more often.
IS STAMPED CONCRETE SLIPPERY?
Stamped concrete may become slippery when wet, but Bryant's Construction Contracting offers two different types of sealers, one that is matte finish and one that is glossy finish, which can help keep your concrete vibrant and less slippery.
HOW OFTEN DO I NEED TO SEAL MY CONCRETE?
Any concrete area exposed to road chemicals, salt, or automotive oil, such as driveways, should be resealed every 2-3 years depending on the winter. Other areas, such as concrete steps, sidewalks, and patios, should be resealed every 3-4 years.
WHY DO YOU SEAL CONCRETE?
Bryant's Construction Contracting applies all driveways and decorative concrete with sealer, unlike many other concrete contractors who only offer to apply one, we offer a secondary sealer. The first sealer is free and is applied immediately after the concrete is poured to help the concrete cure correctly. The next sealer, which is an additianal charge is applied around 30 days after the concrete project was poured to help protect against stains, spills, and common wear and tear. This can be requested with your Project Manager.