3 Signs Your Boston Concrete Installation Needs a Repair

Here, in Boston, we use concrete to build just about everything. From home foundations and home floors to driveways and patios, concrete forms an integral building component of our cozy Boston homes.   

Though concrete is strong and durable, it is constantly exposed to the harsh Boston elements, which means that over time it tends to wear down.
In order to ensure that the concrete installation at your home continues to work the way it was designed to work, you need to be aware of the signs of wear. By knowing these signs you can tell when your concrete is in need of repair and make arrangements as such.
Following are the three main signs of concrete wear as provided by professional concrete contractors:

Presence of cracks

Cracks in concrete can be caused by various factors depending on the type and location of the concrete installation. For instance, cracks on a driveway are often the result of featured contraction and expansion of the ground beneath. In walls and foundations, cracks are usually caused by the sinking movement of the soil, which disrupts the evenness of the base of your home.  
Call in an expert concrete repair service to determine the cause of cracks in your particular case and to have them repaired.

Uneven Surface

Does your concrete installation appear uneven? This is another sign that your concrete is wearing down and needs repair.    
There could be many possible reasons why a concrete may develop an uneven surface. The most common ones include weathering, aging and underlying foundation problems.
Regardless of what has made this issue appear in your concrete installation, it’s imperative that you have it inspected.

Water pooling at certain spots

If water pools at one end of your concrete driveway, patio or other installation after it rains, your concrete may not be draining properly and could need a repair.  
Talk to your local concrete contractor on what can be done to fix the problem. 
Stay ahead of your concrete issues and know how to recognize the signs of wear so you can call for quick repairs.

About AMN Masonry

AMN Masonry is a leading concrete repair and brick and stone restoration company in Boston. The company has over 13 years of experience in restoring damaged concrete installations and transforming age-old buildings to new. The company services Boston and Greater Boston Area. To learn more about the company, call (774) 244-8248 or email at adriano@amnmasonry.com.

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