Pouring Concrete Contractors Roseville, CA
On this page we will be going through the processes that our concrete company goes through for pouring concrete in various construction projects.
Call (916) 502-9270 now. We won’t be covering a lot of examples, just three of them. However, they are all great examples of how concrete companies can help with the construction of the project that you are making and envisioning. Don't be afraid to reach out to our staff today: Contact us at (916) 502-9270. |
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Process of Pouring
What is the job of the concrete company when it comes to pouring concrete?
The main job of the concrete company is simple - to deliver and pour concrete into the specified area that you want the concrete poured in. They will create the concrete mix that you need for your project and then they will come with their concrete mixer truck to pour their concrete into the specified area. It is not, however, the concrete company’s job to construct the forms and the specific dimensions of the concrete structure for you. That job is left to the construction company that you have hired or you can create the forms and the dimensions yourself. This is important to know, because there are some people who think that the concrete company will create the concrete structure for you. Besides that, the concrete company will always have certain pouring products that they can offer for your project. Many companies will offer the basic pouring package and many will offer sophisticated pouring services that will suit different types of projects. It is your job to choose the right package for your project. Definitely consult with an expert to find the right pouring package for your project before you proceed. Now that we know the purpose and what you can expect from a concrete company, here are some examples of how a concrete company can be used to create your concrete structures. Call (916) 502-9270 now. |
Pouring for Patios
Laying the concrete for a patio can be difficult. Especially when you have a large amount of concrete to pour over a soil surface that is unstable.
To be able to do this, the construction company or yourself will a hole the size of the area that you want the side walk to be needs to be dug up. Lay loose stones to make sure that there is a hard surface for the concrete to be poured on, assuming the surface beneath the concrete will be soft soil. The wood that is used to make the form of the side walk is placed into the sidewalk area so that the concrete does not crack when it is setting into the form.
For good measure, the construction company workers will add mesh underneath the concrete pouring to strengthen the patio. Concrete, as previously mentioned, is a weak composite. Adding mesh will allow the concrete to absorb shock and not crack. Or, if you want to save costs, you can choose to not use the concrete mesh and instead ask the concrete company to create joints in the patio to ensure that the concrete does not crack.
The concrete will be poured in by the concrete company. They will create the mixture which is dependent on which kind of mixture that you need. Then the surface of the concrete patio will be screed using screed stakes or by screed shovels.
Once the patio has dried out for at least a day, then the form used to create the patio will be removed. Or if no mesh is used, joints will be created by your construction company.
To be able to do this, the construction company or yourself will a hole the size of the area that you want the side walk to be needs to be dug up. Lay loose stones to make sure that there is a hard surface for the concrete to be poured on, assuming the surface beneath the concrete will be soft soil. The wood that is used to make the form of the side walk is placed into the sidewalk area so that the concrete does not crack when it is setting into the form.
For good measure, the construction company workers will add mesh underneath the concrete pouring to strengthen the patio. Concrete, as previously mentioned, is a weak composite. Adding mesh will allow the concrete to absorb shock and not crack. Or, if you want to save costs, you can choose to not use the concrete mesh and instead ask the concrete company to create joints in the patio to ensure that the concrete does not crack.
The concrete will be poured in by the concrete company. They will create the mixture which is dependent on which kind of mixture that you need. Then the surface of the concrete patio will be screed using screed stakes or by screed shovels.
Once the patio has dried out for at least a day, then the form used to create the patio will be removed. Or if no mesh is used, joints will be created by your construction company.
Pouring for Parking Lots
One of the things that needs to be understood about parking lots is that parking lots are more complicated than they look. It is more complex than just having a patch of concrete laid over a large piece of land.
What needs to be considered when concrete is being poured for a parking lot project though is the thickness of the concrete being laid; the drainage spots on the parking lot and the amount of traction on the surface of the parking lot. All of these factors ensure that the cars or trucks can use the parking lot safely and without any faults from drainage problems.
This is where a concrete company can help with the pouring of concrete for the parking lot.
When you hire a company to pour concrete your parking lot, they will go through the design for the parking lot. This is important because as we have stated, the pouring of concrete of a parking lot is complex because of small nuances such as the surface level and the drainage areas. Of course, by then, your construction company will have created the dimensions and forms needed to allow the pouring of concrete into the parking lot.
They will then pour the concrete to the specifications that the parking lot has been created for. The general method of pouring concrete is not that much different to pouring a flat surface, except that the equipment used is different. Many companies use tower cranes to pour concrete onto extra-large spaces such as parking lots for quicker results.
During the concrete smoothing process, the concrete company will use a 3D laser screed to profile the exact slope of the parking lot so that the concrete can be laid to the exact requirements. The main reason why many concrete pouring companies use this technology is that the screed is effective at profiling the surface of the concrete. This means that the company can get accurate data on whether the parking lot is level or not.
What needs to be considered when concrete is being poured for a parking lot project though is the thickness of the concrete being laid; the drainage spots on the parking lot and the amount of traction on the surface of the parking lot. All of these factors ensure that the cars or trucks can use the parking lot safely and without any faults from drainage problems.
This is where a concrete company can help with the pouring of concrete for the parking lot.
When you hire a company to pour concrete your parking lot, they will go through the design for the parking lot. This is important because as we have stated, the pouring of concrete of a parking lot is complex because of small nuances such as the surface level and the drainage areas. Of course, by then, your construction company will have created the dimensions and forms needed to allow the pouring of concrete into the parking lot.
They will then pour the concrete to the specifications that the parking lot has been created for. The general method of pouring concrete is not that much different to pouring a flat surface, except that the equipment used is different. Many companies use tower cranes to pour concrete onto extra-large spaces such as parking lots for quicker results.
During the concrete smoothing process, the concrete company will use a 3D laser screed to profile the exact slope of the parking lot so that the concrete can be laid to the exact requirements. The main reason why many concrete pouring companies use this technology is that the screed is effective at profiling the surface of the concrete. This means that the company can get accurate data on whether the parking lot is level or not.
Pouring for Stairs
When you hire a concrete company to pour you some stairs, they will pour the concrete in a similar way to how concrete blocks are made. However, the difference is that you are creating a structure without any mesh or any kind of material to prevent cracking of the concrete.
The way that the concrete company will pour your concrete for the stairs that you want is through the creation of a form that is in the shape of the stairs. It is this form that the concrete company will use to pour concrete to create your stairs.
Once you have created your forms, then the concrete company will arrive with their concrete mixture and pour the mixture into your form. Then, the concrete will set for at least 24 hours after being screed before the forms are removed by the construction company that you hire or yourself. When that is done, you will have new stairs to look at.
Overall verdict.
Using a concrete company is a great way to save time on construction projects. They are experts on creating concrete and pouring concrete into forms that you and your construction company have created. Definitely use a concrete company if you require experts to pour in concrete or you are short on time.
The way that the concrete company will pour your concrete for the stairs that you want is through the creation of a form that is in the shape of the stairs. It is this form that the concrete company will use to pour concrete to create your stairs.
Once you have created your forms, then the concrete company will arrive with their concrete mixture and pour the mixture into your form. Then, the concrete will set for at least 24 hours after being screed before the forms are removed by the construction company that you hire or yourself. When that is done, you will have new stairs to look at.
Overall verdict.
Using a concrete company is a great way to save time on construction projects. They are experts on creating concrete and pouring concrete into forms that you and your construction company have created. Definitely use a concrete company if you require experts to pour in concrete or you are short on time.
The time is now - to call us if you have any pouring projects on your horizon.... Give us a call anytime of the day at (916) 502-9270.