Site preparation is a key stage in any project, whether you’re working on a small home renovation or a large-scale development. Employing professionals and industry experts wherever possible is always a good idea that helps ensure your efforts and investment pay off. Setting up a professional concrete delivery is a great way to get a newly poured surface that will last a long time. While the professionals will handle most of the work, there are a few ways you can help facilitate a smooth service.
Here’s what you can do to help ensure your concrete delivery goes off without a hitch.
- Clear the Area: Before your concrete delivery arrives, make sure the pour site and any access points to it are clear. Removing obstacles helps ensure the truck can get in position, and clearing the pour site of debris like leaves, twigs, and stones will allow for better bonding and prevent contamination.
- Mark the Outline: While you’ve probably already discussed the details of the project with your concrete delivery company, make sure that you still take time to clearly mark the area where the concrete will be poured. This helps minimize confusion and makes it easier for the delivery team to ensure a proper pour.
- Check the Drainage: Be sure the site has adequate drainage before the delivery team arrives. It may be necessary to create a slight slope away from the site. This helps prevent water pooling and maintain the integrity of the concrete over time.
- Communicate With the Delivery Team: Be sure to discuss any specific requirements or concerns with your concrete delivery team well in advance of the scheduled delivery date. This includes discussing the finish, any reinforcement requirements, or areas that need particular attention, as well as outlining how the driver will access the site.
These are just a few ways you can help facilitate a smooth and successful concrete delivery. For more tips, or to speak with our team about our concrete delivery services, contact our office today.