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In Augusta, concrete driveways are a staple for most homes. There are a lot of different things you can do with a concrete driveway and our team of knowledgeable concrete contractors knows we can help you find the best fit for your home.
Whether you are looking to install a new driveway or need help restoring your existing driveway, Augusta Concrete is the local concrete company that will make your decision a breeze. It’s important that you leave the handy work to a professional to make sure you are preventing any future issues or damages. Call us today at 762-225-9486 or fill out the free online quote form to schedule an assessment of your driveway. |
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Cracking
Cracking concrete can be caused by a number of things. It could be because the original installation wasn’t properly done or the ground underneath the slab has shifted. Cracks are a fairly easy fix for a contractor if there are no underlying issues. All that is needed to fix a simple crack is to, first, chisel the crack and make sure it is clean. Slowly fill the crack and smooth, then wait for it to cure, and seal. If there are deeper issues than a simple crack, you may need to completely resurface or replace your driveway fully or the individual slab that is cracked. To know that this process is done correctly and all underlying issues are assessed, you’ll need to leave this job to the experts. |
Pitting
Pitting is when the concrete of your driveway is flaking away or chipping at the surface. This is usually caused by not mixing the cement correctly or fully in the installation, or water getting into the pores of the concrete and freezing. When the water freezes it expands within the pores breaking down the cement until it chips at the surface. This can be fixed by resurfacing the concrete. What resurfacing entails is overlaying a layer of the new concrete mixture on top of the existing concrete and sealing it once it’s dry. This can give your driveway a brand new looking finish and keep it from deteriorating further. |
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Lifting
Lifted slabs of concrete in your driveway can be a safety hazard for those using it. It is smart to seek immediate attention for lifted slabs because it can not only be a hazard that you can trip on but can imminently cause damage to your vehicles driving over the lifted portions. Lifting can be caused by freezing patterns similar to pitting, but when it occurs to the soil underneath the driveway. It can also be caused by tree and plant roots growing underneath the slabs. |
Settling
In opposition to lifting, your driveway can also settle, or sink down. This is generally from the settling of the ground underneath the concrete or the ground may not have been packed down correctly in the installation and has now sunk. This creates similar issues as lifting and can lead to further damage to the rest of your driveway. To fix both lifting and settling, one of our concrete specialists will need to determine what is needed unique to your driveway and its surroundings. |