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Concrete Basics

Concrete Basics At its most basic form, concrete is composed of three main ingredients: cement, water, and aggregates. In its simplest form, concrete is a mixture of paste and aggregates (i.e. sand & rock). The paste, composed of cement and water, coats the surface of the fine (sand) and…

Concrete Care

Concrete Care Take care of your concrete to ensure that it lasts like it should. Although concrete is one of the most durable construction products, it endures the harshest elements of our climate. Other wearing surfaces such as carpets and wood floors often have protective products applied (i.e.…

Basement Walls

Basement Walls Concrete is the single most popular material used to construct residential basements in Illinois. A concrete basement is the most economical part of a home to build and is the best value for the dollar spent. Concrete basements provide adequate support for the home above it, can…

Driveways

Driveways Concrete driveways are the preferred choice for most homeowners due to their durability, low maintenance, and numerous aesthetic options. Concrete Driveways are preferred over other paving materials for a variety of reasons: Durability is a key to the longevity of driveways. Concrete…

Insulating Concrete Forms

Insulating Concrete Forms ICF homes and structures are some of the most energy efficient, disaster-proof, and structurally sound buildings available. Homes constructed with Insulating Concrete Forms (ICFs) walls are quiet, high quality, safe, energy efficient, durable, and cost efficient.…