Concrete Foundations

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How to Seal Foundation Cracks: The Ultimate Guide for Houston Residents

Learn how to seal foundation cracks effectively with expert tips from Cross Construction Services in Houston, Texas. Ensure your home’s structural integrity and prevent water damage by addressing foundation issues promptly.

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Building materials over time

How Building Materials Change Over Time

Concrete isn’t a new building material, but it has certainly gotten stronger and more versatile over time. A variety of other building materials have been around since ancient times, while concrete-like materials used as early as 6500 BC have been found in Syria and Jordan. The Roman Empire used concrete frequently, but it was nothing

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How Concrete Floors Can Benefit Your Business

How Concrete Floors Can Benefit Your Business

Contents: Why Use Concrete Flooring? What Businesses Can Benefit from Concrete Flooring Commercial Concrete Flooring Solutions in Houston, TX Why use concrete flooring? Concrete is a great material to use for flooring because it is more versatile than other types of flooring solutions and provides the following benefits: Easy to Install – Concrete is easy

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Calcium Chloride In Concrete

The Role Of Calcium Chloride In Concrete

Strong and durable, concrete is suited for virtually any exterior surface while being one of the most affordable building materials. It is a mixture of Portland cement, water, and aggregates such as sand, rock, or gravel. It does have limitations, but adding calcium chloride allows the mixture to set more quickly and increases its initial

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Why is building concrete driveways the better choice in hot climates

Concrete and asphalt are the most common materials used in driveway installation. Each has its advantages and pitfalls. Here, We will discuss why concrete is used in construction. What are the advantages of using concrete? And why you might consider concrete driveways over asphalt and decide to work with Houston concrete contractors, the best driveway

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Patio Coverings vs. Pergolas

Patio Coverings vs. Pergolas

Contents: What Is a Patio Cover? What Is a Pergola? Pros and Cons of Patio Covers Also, read Pros and cons of Pergolas Pergola vs covered patio: Which Is Better in Texas? The Foundation Is the Most Important Part of the Structure What is a Patio Cover? A patio cover is a structure that is

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How Long Should You Wait Before Sealing Your Concrete Driveways?

After getting a new concrete driveway poured, one thing our Houston concrete contractors highly recommend is having it sealed. Well, you may wonder, “Is concrete sealing worth it?” or “Does the concrete need to be sealed?” This article has everything covered. Sealing new concrete is essential, as it helps to protect and preserve the appearance

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