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• Protecting Your Concrete Before Winter October 16, 2020
  With fall in full swing and the Louisiana heat finally starting to simmer down, it’s officially time to finish those yard enhancements that you’ve been putting off all summer. When preparing your yard for the freezes to come this winter, it’s important to include concrete in your checklist. All outdoor concrete surfaces need to beRead […]
• Why Concrete is the Best Material for Building Your Home September 28, 2020
  Concrete is one of the only sustainable building materials for homes that is both recyclable and long-lasting. This durable, high-quality material is the ideal choice for home-builders for several reasons: It’s fireproof This year’s wildfires have left millions of Americans desperate for a solution. Purchasing fire insurance simply isn’t enough, especially if you live inRead […]
• The Best Time of Year to Revamp Your Outdoor Patio September 10, 2020
  Back in the day, wooden decks were one of the coolest additions to add to your house. Unfortunately, this is no longer the case. If your wooden deck is even still standing, the extensive amount of maintenance and expenses that arise with using wood outdoors is likely driving you insane. The fact that you’ve stumbledRead […]
• Testing the Durability of Your Concrete August 27, 2020
  Durability is one of the most important factors in concrete. Without it, you might as well flush your money down the drain. Concrete durability can be characterized as its resistance to chemical attacks and weather along with its ability to maintain the desired properties.  The use of sub-par materials, faulty construction practices, and improper cureRead […]
• How Water can Damage Your Concrete August 18, 2020
  Water can pose a major threat to your concrete, however, it’s a danger that is often overlooked. To guarantee that the lifespan of your concrete will not be reduced due to water damage, you will first need to understand the four ways in which it causes this damage. 1. Chemical attacks Chemicals like chloride andRead […]
• How to Increase the Durability of Your Concrete August 11, 2020
  If your concrete isn’t durable, you just wasted your entire investment. In order ensure that you’re getting the most out of your money, Port Aggregates strives to offer you the most durable concrete on the market by implementing these four strategies: 1. Allowing for proper cure time  When it comes to achieving durability, one methodRead […]
• Why Concrete Contractors Use Control Joints July 20, 2020
  When it comes to pouring concrete, cracking and shrinkage over time is inevitable. This is due to concrete’s lack of tensile strength, causing shrinkage to crack your slab.  By understanding that these issues are going to occur eventually, you can take the proper preventative measures now to plan for and postpone them down the line. Read […]
• Your Guide to Restoring Damaged Concrete Flooring July 9, 2020
  Does the quarantine have you noticing all the flaws in your house? Particularly how old and drab your concrete flooring is beginning to look. As with any flooring, concrete floors chip and crack over time. Stains from everyday usage will also change the appearance of your floor, and its original slip-resistant coating may begin toRead […]
• Do you Have to Use Concrete Sealer Outdoors? June 15, 2020
  While conducting research for your concrete project, you’ve likely learned a bit about sealer and just how necessary it is when it comes to protecting your indoor concrete floors. However, this begs the question: Is sealer necessary for outdoor concrete too? The purpose of concrete sealer In order to answer this question, it’s important toRead […]
• Using Concrete to Mimic Hardwood June 5, 2020
  Did you know that the majority of people prefer the look of hardwood flooring in their living rooms? More importantly, did you know that not all floors that give the appearance of hardwood are actually made of wood? You may be shocked to learn that concrete can be used to mimic the look of hardwood.Read […]