"We had a problem with our toilet and Damian came out right away. The issue was fixed in the most effective manner, and included a procedure that would prevent the problem from ha.."
Labertouche VIC"Gary and the boys, arrived on time everytime, nothing was too much trouble, They provided a professional service. Also they completed the job very promptly. Would recommend this .."
Langwarrin Melbourne VIC"Concrete looks beautiful. Great job. The team was very friendly and provided advise on product. Now waiting on quote from same company for 2nd area to be concreted. Have recommen.."
Furnissdale Perth WA"Very happy and will use again - A few weather issues but found all the boys to be approachable and willing to answer any questions - Cheapest around Thanks"
Springfield Brisbane QLD"Gave us an estimate based on hourly rates and the final price was cheaper than the estimate. Gave us a day he would arrive and arrived on time"
Ferntree Gully Melbourne VIC"Michael and his team were professional, friendly and willing to adapt to some changing conditions on the day of paving eg. building foundation that was discovered after lifiting .."
Strathfield Sydney NSW"John's quote was very competitive and very informative telling us everything that would be completed. He did the job in one day when others told us 2-3 days. He was very professi.."
Parramatta Sydney NSW"Chris was reliable and we are very happy with the work he completed at our house, thank you :) "
Perth WA"Fantastic and timely customer services. Always available and willing to lend a hand and answer all kinds of questions. Extremely professional and personable to deal with and very.."
Brisbane QLDEverything You Need to Know About Concreting
In order to produce the desired concrete structure,
ingredients must be properly mixed, placed, shaped, retained, and cured – all
within specific time constraints. These preparations involve various technical
details that only a skilled and qualified concreter can perform.
What
Is Concreting?
Concreting is the process of mixing and placing concrete.
Concrete is a composite material made from a combination of water, aggregate
and cement. Additives and chemicals are often included in the mixture to
improve the physical properties of the concrete, for example, resistance to
damage or electrical conductivity.
Concrete forms a fluid mass when initially mixed, but later
forms a hard substance that binds all of the components into a durable,
stone-like material. The cement in concrete makes it weak in tension and vulnerable
to cracking under heavy loads, so it often requires reinforcement. This can be
done by constructing reinforcing bars, steel fibres,
plastic fibres, or glass fibres before pouring the cement.
Finding
the Right Concreter
One of the best ways to find a good concreter is by looking
at the business’ reviews. When researching local companies, make sure to check their
reviews to see what clients have to say about their work quality, costs, and
procedures.
Oneflare has an extensive list of trusted local
tradespeople in Australia Listed businesses are verified to have valid licences,
operational permits, and insurance, so you can be sure that whomever you choose
will be able to complete their work both legally and safely.
What
Are the Costs Involved in Concreting?
The costs will often include the procurement of
materials, hourly rates, the type of finishing, the scale of the project, equipment
hire and the experience of the tradesman.
It is highly important that you ask for a detailed quote
when discussing the concreting project with a tradesman so that you can
understand what is included and what services are an extra charge. Rest assured,
if anything bad should happen, Oneflare provides a $500 guarantee if you hire a
tradesman with a Oneflare Verified Badge.
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