article thumbnail

All About Transportation of Concrete | What Is Transportation of Concrete | Methods for Transportation of Concrete

CivilJungle

What Is Transportation of Concrete? Transportation of concrete is a process where we move freshly prepared concrete from one place to another place. Generally, we move concrete to that place where that concrete need to be dumped for structural construction purpose. Methods for Transportation of Concrete.

article thumbnail

Gary Horstmann, the super

The Korte Company

Gary’s first job out of school was driving a concrete truck for his father’s Highland Ready Mix business. He also poured slabs on the side, learning to set concrete so it doesn’t crack as it dries. After selling out of his concrete company, Gary’s father started the family spec-house business. Laying the foundation.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

What Is Foundation Repair | Foundation Techniques | Effects of Foundation Damage | What Foundation Repair Techniques Are Available

CivilJungle

Slab Jacking, Mud Jacking, Concrete Lifting, and Slab Leveling. This methodology is utilized to lift up uneven concrete & is ideal for raising porches, steps , decks, walkways, garage floors & driveways. Ponderous Mud or Concrete Mixture. The new concrete blend strengthens base for the old one. Concrete Piers.

article thumbnail

Proactive Building Maintenance: Save Big with Routine Care

CCR Magazine

In addition to the risk of water pouring into the tenant spaces should a breach in the roof occur, the freezing and thawing of ponding water during the fall and winter months can cause extensive roof damage. Water damage to exterior and interior walls can be significant if these important elements are not maintained properly.

article thumbnail

How to Kill Tree Roots

CivilJungle

But sometimes we have to kill the roots because they can destroy our home walls, foundations, floor, etc. Killing tree roots with boiling water is a very effective and easy system compared to the other systems. In this system for killing the trees, we have to follow some steps. Kill Tree Roots with Boiling Water.

article thumbnail

Water Leakage from Ceiling | water leakage from ceiling | How to Stop Water Leakage from Ceiling

CivilJungle

Water can be the most destructive element for structures that are mainly constructed from concrete. The water leakage problems are due to various issues such as defective plumbing systems. If the faces of the walls are exposed to the rain and it is not properly protected and waterproofing is done. Roof Water Leakage.

article thumbnail

What Are Curb and Gutter | Types of Curb and Gutter| Advantages & Disadvantages of Curb and Gutter

CivilJungle

Curb and Gutter are the structures that are made from concrete or asphalt which is used to collect the surface runoff water from parking lots or impervious surfaces. Wherever possible, eliminate or minimize curb and gutter systems. What Does Parapet Mean | Types of Parapet Wall | Uses of Parapet Wall.