If you're a property owner, you know that having an even and stable surface is essential for safety and peace of mind. Whether you're dealing with a residential or commercial space, uneven concrete surfaces can pose a serious threat to people and property. Fortunately, there's a solution: concrete leveling.
Read MoreIt’s getting to be that time of year. The season when it cools down enough that there’s nothing better than sitting around a warm fire. But not everyone has the yard or the space for a bonfire. Perhaps this explains why metal fire pits have become so popular. But the question is, will a metal fire pit damage your concrete? We’ll tell you all you need to know…
Read MoreOf course, at Level Best, we love the look of smooth, newly poured, concrete, with fresh-pressed lines. So clean and unblemished by time and the elements. It’s a thing of beauty! But while we appreciate fresh gray concrete, we also love the chalk art people make using concrete as their canvas. So that’s what we’re looking at today. Our favorite family-friendly chalk designs of 2021—so far.
Read MoreIt’s all too common in Ohio; raccoons and possums in your trash, ants, spiders, and bees invading your personal space. But what about pests that can affect your sidewalks and driveways? Yeah, they exist too! We don’t want to give you yet another nuisance to worry about but we want to make sure you are prepared and protected from these common lawn pests.
Read MoreWith the leaves changing colors, temperatures dropping, and holidays upon us, most schedules start to fill up with plans and projects. Even though this time of the year can be warm and cheery, it is important to make sure that you are prepared. There are many things that you can do to get your home or business ready for fall that will help you to enjoy the season to the fullest!
Read MoreExterior improvements can enhance your property’s overall aesthetic and curb appeal and even produce a nice Return On Investment (ROI), but not all upgrades are worth it. In fact, some can even decrease the appeal of your property to potential homebuyers. Whether you’re looking to list or not, if your goal is to increase your property’s value (whose isn’t??) by making strategic decisions about updates, you’ll want to have all of your ROI figures straight in order to intentionally prioritize that task list of exterior home improvements.
Read MoreStable concrete joints are more important than you might realize. All concrete surfaces, from busy highway roads to concrete basement floors and everything in between, need the same underlying element to maintain their long-term durability— knowledgeably-designed joints. For residential and commercial purposes alike, joints are essential to minimize cracking and “joint spalling,” which is the early deterioration of concrete slab edges.
Read MoreThere's a reason unlevel concrete is often left to continue shifting until an unavoidable problem arises – the thought of having it replaced is daunting, and it seems like a time-consuming and costly undertaking. That's because it often is. Full replacement of concrete involves hiring a demolition crew, removing and properly disposing of concrete and debris, stabilizing the foundation anew, and re-pouring the cement. Even then, you'll need to wait 24-72 hours before walking or driving on the fresh concrete. But there's another option that just might be the perfect solution to your uneven concrete woes.
Read MoreThe emergence of spring brings with it lots of mostly pleasant surprises--vibrant tulips, budding trees, and the first opportunities to enjoy a warm walk around the neighborhood. But, as you begin that stroll, you may find yourself with another spring surprise--shifted concrete. Whether winter has affected your driveway, sidewalk, concrete steps, or something else, its freezing and thawing process can leave your concrete out of place or unlevel. But, before we talk about how to solve this homeowner's burden, let's discuss what happened to create the problem in the first place.
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