Concrete

One of the biggest concerns homeowners have before any concrete project begins isn't the new patio or walkway—it's what happens to everything that's already there. A fully loaded concrete truck can weigh more than 60,000 pounds. Large dump trucks hauling stone can be just as heavy. On many residential properties, that amount of weight can crack, settle, or permanently damage an existing driveway. For this project, protecting the homeowner's driveway was just as important as i

When most people look at a finished concrete patio or walkway, they notice the smooth finish, clean edges, and fresh appearance. What they don't see are the dozens of small decisions that separate an average project from one that's built to last. On this project, we focused on getting every detail right—not just the concrete itself, but everything around it that affects how it performs for years to come. Here are three small details and one major improvement that made a huge

Project Snapshot Project Type: Concrete Walkway & Patio Installation, Drainage Improvements, Foundation Waterproofing Location: Berks County, PA Problem: The homeowner wanted to improve access around their home with a new patio and walkway while addressing water management concerns around the foundation and protecting the finished basement from future moisture issues. Solution: Installation of a new colored concrete patio and walkway, downspout drainage improvements, foundati

Project Snapshot Project Type: French Drain Installation & Property Drainage Improvements Location: Bernville, Berks County, PA Problem: Standing water, muddy conditions, and uncontrolled runoff collecting around a horse barn. Solution: Installation of approximately 375 feet of French drains, integration of roof downspouts, property grading improvements, and controlled discharge of stormwater away from the barn. Why This Property Needed French Drains When we first arrived on