Step on a crack, break your mother’s back. We have all probably heard this superstitious statement or played that game when we were kids, and avoided the cracks in the sidewalk — but what causes those cracks in the sidewalk? A damaged sidewalk can be caused by multiple factors and a few common problems that…
Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) plays an important role in many aspects of a concrete construction project — from sidewalks and wheelchair ramps to entrances and parking lots. When businesses make the decision to install a brand-new parking garage or upgrade a parking lot, it is important that the construction project remains…
Exposure to moisture, the elements, and shifting soil can create added stress on concrete commercial foundations — but how do you know that your foundation is in need of repairs or replacement? A simple crack in a building’s foundation may be alarming to the untrained eye, but when you have a better understanding of concrete…
When you have a concrete construction project — whether it be concrete flatwork or a commercial building foundation — there are standards and regulations that need to be met. For Wisconsin property owners and construction companies, many of these standards are overseen by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) and many concrete construction projects need…
Is there damage to the concrete foundation of your building? Damage due to moisture changes, soil movement, and improper water drainage will happen as time progresses, but it is important to understand how to react to foundation damage — whether that is foundation repair or foundation replacement. We hope that this foundation repair vs. foundation…
Businesses that install a concrete foundation or concrete flatwork need to understand the rules, regulations, and compliance standards that will impact the construction of their project. This can include Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards, building and structural codes, OSHA occupational health and safety requirements, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) criteria. The owners of buildings…
There are many elements of your concrete foundation that are critical to the strength and durability of your building’s foundation — and concrete footings are one of those elements. Business owners that want to know more about the construction of their property may have questions about what concrete footings are and why they are critical….
When you build a brand-new building for your business, the concrete foundation is an important piece of the equation, and choosing the right foundation will have an impact on your costs, be influenced by climate and weather, and can impact load capacity. A slab concrete foundation is a great option for many businesses, and many…
The concrete foundation of your home or business can be expensive to repair. Foundation repairs for a typical home can be between $2,200 – $8,400 with major structural repairs costing much more. Businesses with a larger, heavier foundation may see major repair bills that exceed $30,000. These high repair costs can be avoided if home…
Are you building a brand-new office building for your company? It all starts with the foundation, and a strong foundation is the cornerstone of a property. Many business owners may not know that there are different types of foundations for commercial businesses, and each type comes with its own set of pros and cons that…
