Arizona’s summers are notorious for their blistering heat. This weather affects construction just as much as Seattle’s never-ending rain, with concrete needing moisture and cooler temperatures to dry optimally. There are preventative measures that Arizona contractors, such as ourselves, use to prevent any damage from taking place. Everything Residential & Commercial’s multi-step process involves preparing the area, mixing, pouring, and finishing. The process of pouring is crucial for creating a durable and long-lasting surface in this climate.
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Ground Preparation
The first step is to prepare the ground. This includes removing any debris, vegetation, and leveling the surface. The area should also be marked out to indicate where the pour will take place. It’s important to ensure that the area is well-draining, so that water does not collect on the surface.
Schedule A Cement Truck Or Mix It Yourself
The next step is to mix it up. Concrete is made up of cement, water, and aggregate (such as sand or gravel). The dry ingredients are typically mixed together in a large mixing truck, and then water is added until the right consistency is achieved. The amount of water used will affect the strength and workability.
Concrete Pump or Wheelbarrow
Once the mixture is made, it is time to pour. This is typically done by a concrete pump or by wheelbarrowing it to the area. It is then spread out evenly across the area, and any air bubbles are removed by vibrating the surface.
Must Have An Experienced Concrete Finisher
After the pour has been done, it’s important to finish the surface. Finishing the surface includes smoothing and leveling using tools such as a hand trowel, power trowel, or float. This helps to ensure a smooth and even surface, and it also helps to compact everything, making it stronger.
Pouring in Extreme Weather (Weather Is The Danger Zone)
It’s important to note that, once the concrete has been poured, it should be protected from extreme weather conditions such as rain, sun, or frost. This can be done by covering the area with plastic sheeting or burlap. In addition, it should be kept moist by misting it with water or covering it with a curing compound.
After everything has been poured, finished and cured, it can be used for a variety of purposes, such as building foundations, driveways, sidewalks, and floors. With proper care and maintenance, it can last for decades.
Everything Residential & Commercial Does It Right.
Pouring concrete is a multi-step process that requires careful planning and execution. The area must be prepared, the right mix of ingredients must be used, it must be poured evenly, and the surface must be finished and cured properly. With the right steps, you can ensure that your concrete will be strong, durable, and long-lasting.
Concrete is permanent. To fix a mistake is much more difficult than any other part of your build. Everything Residential & Commercial is licensed with the Arizona ROC for smaller concrete pads and foundations and can still handle those larger commercial projects. All the factors listed above will take an experienced contractor with a track record of 5 star reviews and plenty of references.
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