The next time you require any type of concrete work done in Tucson, AZ, rely on our professional services at Concrete Installation Tucson. We have a core team of professional concrete contractors who are prepared to assist you with any of your concrete service needs. Many of our concrete contractors have been in the industry for more than a decade and are seen as the best in the business.
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We are fortunate to have them on our team. You can rely on us for your residential and commercial concrete needs, big or small. We’ll assume full responsibility for your service needs. Rather than allowing a general contractor to help with your needs, rely on a company that specializes in concrete. You're sure to receive the quality of work that you deserve.
About Us
Since we began operating our business more than two decades ago, we have continued to grow our business. Our business has grown due to increased customers and because of the services that we continue to add for our customers convenience. We strive to be the preferred concrete company in Tucson and that is why we will continue to add to our list of services, as we see an increase in requests. We are committed to making sure that our customers can receive all of his or her concrete service needs to be taken care of by our team of qualified, professional concrete contractors.
About Us
Since we began operating our business more than two decades ago, we have continued to grow our business. Our business has grown due to increased customers and because of the services that we continue to add for our customers convenience. We strive to be the preferred concrete company in Tucson and that is why we will continue to add to our list of services, as we see an increase in requests. We are committed to making sure that our customers can receive all of his or her concrete service needs to be taken care of by our team of qualified, professional concrete contractors.
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Concrete Installation Tucson is committed to providing our customers with the best quality of services due to our ability to effectively assist with his or her needs. We attribute our increased business to the services offered to them by our team of experienced concrete professionals. They come to us with years of experience and have the proven skills needed to assist with any of your concrete installation and repair needs. It is because of their experience that we can offer so many of the services that our customers need. By only relying on the most experienced concrete contractors, we have become the preferred concrete service for patio, walkway, sidewalk, and driveway services. When someone in Tucson wants to be sure that they can get the quality of service they are paying for, they will often rely on us for their needs. As the preferred concrete installation company in the city, we proudly stand by our work by offering our service guarantee.
When you want a concrete patio built then there is no one better suited to handle this for you than we are. Our patios are built by veteran concrete contractors, who know what safety precautions they must take while building your patio. They are also fully aware of the building codes that help protect our customers from a collapsing patio. Rely on us to install your patio to ensure that the work is done right the first time.
Whether you need new sidewalks built or repaired, we can handle this for you at Concrete Installation Tucson. If your concrete sidewalk is not properly sealed then there are chances that you may start to experience problems with the way that it holds up under all the pressure that it may experience down the line. We effectively make any needed repairs to your sidewalk and can properly install a brand new concrete sidewalk for you. Turn to us to ensure that the job is done right and on time.
You may not need a concrete driveway installed but you may be experiencing problems with it holding up and normal wear and tear over time. If you have a lot of potholes in your concrete then they need to be repaired as soon as possible to avoid damages to your vehicles. Your driveway repairs will be made by a team of experienced concrete contractors who have the skills and qualifications needed to effectively make the needed repairs.
If you begin to notice cracks throughout your home then these cracks can be the result of a poor foundation. Our experienced concrete contractors can make any repairs to your foundation and can do the job of installing a new one if necessary. Our concrete contractors can also help with any of your room additions and give you a nice new slab that will last for years to come.
There is a right way to make repairs to your concrete that will offer you lasting benefits. However, some will only provide you with a temporary fix. Since our services are often preferred, you can be sure that we offer you repairs that provide you with lasting benefits. Rely on us for your concrete repairs and receive the quality of service that you deserve.
The days of having a boring piece of concrete installed are over. Today, we offer a variety of decorative concrete, which includes concrete staining and stamping. If you’re interested in concrete services, allow us to show you what we can do to improve the appearance of your concrete.
Concrete is a composite substance composed of a rocky material (aggregate) matrix and a binder that binds the rocky material together. There are several forms of concrete available, depending on the binders and aggregates used to accommodate the material's use. The intensity and density, as well as chemical and thermal tolerance of the finished product, are calculated by these materials used. In a concrete blend, aggregate commonly consists of large pieces of stone, coarse grit or crushed rocks, along with finer items like sand. The most used form of concrete binder is cement, most often Portland cement. Water is combined with the dry powder and aggregate for cement binders, which creates a semi-liquid slush that can be formed. In a chemical process called hydration, the concrete solidifies and hardens to the final concrete ready for installation.
The water then interacts with the mortar, which ties together the other elements, forming a solid, stone-like material. Other ingredients, such as fly ash and slag cement, can also be applied, either pre-mixed with the cement or directly as a concrete ingredient that combines with the binder. The reason for this is certain concrete properties, such as hardness, can be improved by the slag and ash.
Additives may be utilized to change the concretes properties or cure rate. Byproducts of different industries are used for these ingredients. Commonly used ingredients are slag which comes from steel mills, silica fume which comes from arc furnaces, and fly ash which comes from coal plants. Steel reinforcement is generally included in processes using Portland cement because this type of concrete is typically developed with high compressive strength, but often has low tensile strength. It is therefore generally reinforced with tension-strong materials like steel rebar. The concrete mix design depends on the type of building that is being constructed or concrete driveway being installed and that determines how the concrete is mixed and delivered.
Most of any concrete installation mixture is composed of fine and coarse aggregates. For this reason, crushed rock, sand, and natural gravel are the most common materials used. Recycled materials are increasing in popularity and are being used as partial substitutes for natural aggregates. The size of the aggregate defines the amount of binder necessary. The greatest gaps are in aggregates with a very equal size distribution, therefore adding aggregates of a smaller size are needed to get a complete fill. The binder needs to fill the holes between the material and hold the aggregate substance together and it is normally the costliest portion of the mix. Difference in the aggregate sizes decreases the overall price of concrete and therefore the concrete installation price. The aggregate is almost invariably tougher than the binder itself, so the consistently of the concrete is not adversely impacted by its application.
The water then interacts with the mortar, which ties together the other elements, forming a solid, stone-like material. Other ingredients, such as fly ash and slag cement, can also be applied, either pre-mixed with the cement or directly as a concrete ingredient that combines with the binder. The reason for this is certain concrete properties, such as hardness, can be improved by the slag and ash.
Additives may be utilized to change the concretes properties or cure rate. Byproducts of different industries are used for these ingredients. Commonly used ingredients are slag which comes from steel mills, silica fume which comes from arc furnaces, and fly ash which comes from coal plants. Steel reinforcement is generally included in processes using Portland cement because this type of concrete is typically developed with high compressive strength, but often has low tensile strength. It is therefore generally reinforced with tension-strong materials like steel rebar. The concrete mix design depends on the type of building that is being constructed or concrete driveway being installed and that determines how the concrete is mixed and delivered.
Most of any concrete installation mixture is composed of fine and coarse aggregates. For this reason, crushed rock, sand, and natural gravel are the most common materials used. Recycled materials are increasing in popularity and are being used as partial substitutes for natural aggregates. The size of the aggregate defines the amount of binder necessary. The greatest gaps are in aggregates with a very equal size distribution, therefore adding aggregates of a smaller size are needed to get a complete fill. The binder needs to fill the holes between the material and hold the aggregate substance together and it is normally the costliest portion of the mix. Difference in the aggregate sizes decreases the overall price of concrete and therefore the concrete installation price. The aggregate is almost invariably tougher than the binder itself, so the consistently of the concrete is not adversely impacted by its application.
The process of producing concrete is the mixing the various ingredients in order to make concrete: water, cement, aggregate, and any additives to change the properties like we talked about before. Manufacturing concrete is an extremely time-sensitive process because once the components are blended, the concrete installation must be complete by the concrete contractors before it hardens. Most concrete production in today’s installations occur in one of two types of facility. Either in a concrete plant or in a batch plant. The difference between the two being the concrete plant (central mix) can produce ready to lay concrete by itself and the batch plant (ready mix) needs a mixing truck. Via better measures of the volume of water mixed in, a central mixing plant provides more precise monitoring of the concrete consistency, but he drawback is it must be located near to the construction site where the concrete would be used, since adding the water occurs at the plant itself.
When thinking in terms of compression, concrete is great, this is because the aggregate used in the mixture can carry the compression load effectively. But as the cement holding the aggregate together is prone to cracking, it makes it weak in tension, enabling the composition to fail. Now you may be asking yourself what the difference between tension and compression is. Think of compression as pushing together and tension as stretching apart. This is when concrete contractors reinforce the concrete during the installation process comes into play. In order to help carry any tensile loads the concrete may be subjected to, reinforced concrete typically comes from adding steel reinforcing bars (rebar) but also may composed of carbon fibers, glass fibers steel fibers, plastic fibers, or aramid fibers.
If you are planning to have any concrete work done by either a professional concrete contractor or even if you want to learn to do it yourself then use this guide to get an understanding of the process. Concrete installation can be difficult task, and each job is distinct from one another. When putting in concrete, the finish, color, size, shape, and scope of the job must all be taken into account. To get a clear grasp of what occurs before, during and after concrete is put in then read on.
First Step: Preparing the Site |
Second Step: Putting in the Forms |
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In order to decrease the risk of pushing from subsoil and
frost, the work area needs to be ready prior to the concrete being poured. Use
handheld tools to make the area clear of any shrubs, old concrete, trees, grass,
and rocks, with the goal of only having bare earth if it is a small pour. If it
is going to be a larger pour, then you can use heavy machinery to get the
ground prepared for the concrete installation. If the soil is very compressed
and resilient you are good to go. Otherwise, lay and compact a layer of gravel
to fill in and give a nice base for the concrete.
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The next part is to place the forms after the subbase is ready. Use timber molds with stakes (either wood or metal) if the project is for residential purposes. To make the separation easier once the concrete has hardened, connect the stakes to the forms with specialized nails or screws. The forms need to be in good shape, positioned to have the right runoff grade, and clean corners where each other or other structures cross.
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Third Step: Mixing the Concrete
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Fourth Step: Pouring the Concrete |
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When you are using bagged concrete bought at a local store, as per the bag’s directions, blend the mix with water. You may be able to get away with using a shovel and a wheelbarrow for smaller areas but using a small concrete mixer can help make the job simpler for you. The drum on it rotates in order to prevent the concrete from hardening whether you are using a small stand mixer or if your concrete comes in a ready-mix truck.
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Start pouring the concrete mixture into the forms and stop when they are filled to the edges. Use rakes, shovels, and special concrete rakes otherwise known as a come along to shift the concrete around to ensure that there are no air pockets and/or voids that may form while the wet concrete is being filled in.
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Fifth Step: Starting the Finish
You need to level (screed) the surface of the concrete, use a large wooden board (2x4) to accomplish this. Screeding makes the concrete compress and settle and starts the process of leveling and smoothing. Then to compress the concrete more, make sure to even out the low and high areas to make it consistent, use a float accomplish this and start to make a smooth finish. Big bull floats are ideal for working on large sections and small handheld floats are fine for working around the edges and small detail work. While doing this be sure to use special hand tools to manage joints and edges in the concrete.
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Sixth Step: Steel Trowel Finishing
If a rough broom finish is going to be given to the concrete, no further finish work will be necessary. Using a steel trowel to finish is required if the concrete is to have a smooth finish or get stamped. Until the surface starts to get harder, you should let concrete rest for a little while. Once it is firmer, in order to create a hard, uniform, and smooth result, use a steel trowel. Steel troweling is achieved in one of two ways, either by using devices such as funny trowels or fresnos on long poles or by skating on knee boards around the floor, troweling small sections at a time by hand.
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Seventh Step: Final Finish Work
The final finish work will happen when all the troweling we talked about previously is finished. A broom finish is regarded as the most common finish style applied to concrete. To establish a rugged textured surface, a special type of broom is dragged over the concrete slab. Other kinds of finishes that can be applied include but are not limited to smooth, stamped, or textured.
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Final Step: Let the Concrete Cure
The final and arguably most important step is to let the concrete cure. This period lasts a total of 28 days and the first 48 hours are the most important. You do not want anything on top of the surface during this time. To allow the concrete cure steady and uniformly, put on a fluid chemical sealing and curing solution, which helps to minimize curling, cracks, and discoloration of the surface. 3 to 4 days after the concrete installation you can resume light foot traffic on it, and 5 to 7 days after installation, you can park and drive on the concrete.
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So, there you have it and now should know the process and steps for putting in concrete. If you would rather have a professional concrete contractor take care of this for you instead of doing it yourself and you live in Tucson, then give us a call today!
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We offer a wide selection of concrete services that you can depend on which is why we encourage you to contact us whenever you require anything that has to do with concrete. When you want affordable and efficient work you can always rely on Concrete Installation Tucson. Call us today! If you have any questions that haven't been addressed yet check out our Frequently Asked Questions page for answers.
“You are sure to get what you want and what you are paying for by turning to Concrete Installation Tucson. They are the only concrete service that we will ever rely on because they do the most thorough job.” – John J. |
“We had a driveway that became a problem when we ran over the same potholes one too many times. After paying for repairs to our car, we decided it was time to do something about it so we contacted Concrete Installation Tucson to make the repairs to our concrete driveway. They took care of the problem for us in no time.” – Charles R. |
“Since we turned to Concrete Installation Tucson for our concrete repairs, we haven’t had a problem with our concrete patio. I highly recommend that you rely on the services that they have to offer, which is why we recommend them to anyone who needs concrete services.” – Frank T. |
