So, you are tired of parking your car in front of your property in Edmonton and are considering installing a driveway in your home. But what exactly are the steps involved in building a driveway? What can you expect to be done in the installation process? In this blog, we share a full guide to concrete driveways in Edmonton so that you have a clear idea on what to expect in your next project. Let’s look into it!
Initial Consultation
The first step in any driveway installation project is the initial consultation. Here, the concrete company will take note of all your needs and preferences considering a variety of different factors, such as whether you need a driveway for a residential or commercial area, the size of the area where your driveway is going to be installed as well as the expected traffic.
Designing Your Driveway
In this stage, experienced professionals will come up with a project taking into consideration all your preferences and present it to you. This is a great opportunity for you to have an idea on how the final product will look like, and an opportunity for you to make any necessary changes to the project. Once the concrete company has your approval, the installation process will start.
Preparing the Site
This is the first hands-on part of the process. Preparing the site means excavating topsoil and leveling the area where the driveway is going to be installed. In order to make sure your driveway is installed exactly the way it was planned; professionals will install wooden stakes and forms in the area. This also ensures concrete is not spilled out of the driveway designated area.
Reinforcing the Driveway
Before any concrete is poured into the excavated area, a base is added to reinforce the foundation of your driveway. Champion Concrete’s standard is to lay a gravel base of 4 – 6 inches deep, compacted on a solid clay surface. Rebar is placed and tied 12 or 16 inch on center to ensure stability and load distribution. This is a very important stage of the construction process, and it is done to make your driveway more resistant and extend its lifespan.
Pouring Concrete
Once the area is properly excavated, and a reliable base is installed, the concrete is carefully poured into the form. In many cases, this can be done with a wheelbarrow, especially for small residential driveways. However, for bigger driveways, concrete pump trucks are used to swiftly pour the concrete before it gets dry.
Curing and Sealing
This stage consists in maximizing the durability of the concrete used to build your driveway. To make sure your concrete is properly cured, it is recommended that you keep it moist during the days after it was installed. Once this process is completed, you also have the option of sealing it with a coat that protects it from water and UV light-related damage.
Inspecting What Has Been Done
Once the installation process is complete, professionals will evaluate and inspect your driveway to make sure everything was built according to what was planned, and provide you tips on how to properly maintain a concrete driveway in Edmonton.
Your Choice for Concrete Driveways in Edmonton
Looking for alternatives to improve your property’s entrance? Need a driveway for your home or commercial property in Edmonton? Champion Concrete Construction Inc. has got you covered. Don’t hesitate to give us a call and let us enhance the functionality and style of your property with reliable and efficient driveways. Reach out to us.