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Cracked [Concrete]

Cracked [Concrete]

One of the most frustrating and perplexing issues with concrete is the matter of cracks. Read more to understand why concrete can crack?

How to Remove Ice from Driveways

How to Remove Ice from Driveways

Removing ice from driveways can be done in a number of ways, but there is a cost involved, either in effort, money, time or a cost to the environment.

Benefits of Electric Under Floor Heating

Benefits of Electric Under Floor Heating

Have you ever thought about electric underfloor heating? Learn more about the benefits of heat radiating throughout your bathroom floor.

Cracked Foundation Wall

Cracked Foundation Wall

Cracks in foundation walls can be of no significance or can be a major structural defect, which can be expensive to correct.

How to Control Moisture in Your Basement

How to Control Moisture in Your Basement

Reducing the moisture level of your basement is an important first step to discourage mold and mildew, create a healthier environment throughout your home, and help keep your house in good condition.

Rain, Rain, Go Away

Rain, Rain, Go Away

Have you had enough rain yet? It’s been so wet I can’t even find a dry enough day to mow my lawn! Of course no one wants a drought, but too much moisture brings on problems of its own.

Appliance Spotlight:  Dishwashers

Appliance Spotlight: Dishwashers

Everyone agrees that dishwashers are great timesaving devices, but did you know they can also save water and energy over hand-washing the dishes? Dishwashers actually use less water than hand-washing.

Curing Concrete in Hot Weather

Curing Concrete in Hot Weather

Have you seen a slab of concrete that was cracked, but you knew that it was just poured about five days ago? How can a new slab already be cracked in such short time? The answer is …

Got Concrete?

Got Concrete?

Are you tired of carpets, tiles, and linoleums? Are you wanting a unique way to upgrade your basement floor or even want to make your garage floor look a little nicer? There are many options to choose from in today’s technology. You can just use the concrete that is already there and improve upon it.

A Second Life To Glass Bottles

A Second Life To Glass Bottles

Icestone [is] a durable surface made 100% from recycled glass and concrete. I first heard of this product about 2 years ago and initially thought it would make very cool looking countertops. A few weeks ago, I attended a product knowledge seminar on Icestone and now, the “green” side of it is growing on me.