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Retaining Wall Repair Services in Maryland

October 16th, 2015

Retaining Wall Repair Services in MarylandWinter is coming. And it’s going to be another harsh one here in Maryland. According to The Old Farmer’s Almanac, “Winter will be colder and snowier than normal” with the coldest period will be in January, late December, mid-February, and early March.

“Precipitation will be slightly above normal, with the snowiest periods in mid- and late December, early to mid-January, and late March.”

So what does this all mean for you? NOW is the perfect time to address facility maintenance issues, like retaining wall repair. Read the rest of this entry »

Why You Need to Crack Fill before Winter Hits Maryland

October 9th, 2015

Crack FillWe may not have it as bad as some other states, but Maryland can have its fair share of very harsh winters.

If there is any damage to your pavement, you will want to crack fill before the snow and ice arrive. We can’t over-stress the importance of crack fill before the harsh realities of a Maryland winter set in. Read the rest of this entry »

How De-Icing Chemicals Can Damage Concrete

October 2nd, 2015

De-Icing Chemicals Concrete

The winter is not too kind to your concrete.

One of the biggest reasons you start to see concrete wear down during the winter is because of de-icing chemicals. De-icing chemicals are a nightmare for your concrete. Let’s take a look at how these chemicals negatively affect your concrete. Read the rest of this entry »

Winter is Coming! Applying Concrete Sealer can Protect Your Pavement

September 23rd, 2015

Baltimore Concrete SealerWinters in Baltimore are not to kind to pavements, so it’s important to find a reliable concrete sealer before ice and snow can destroy your surface.

It’s inevitable certain surfaces will start to wear down, but there are preventive measures that will help your concrete, brick or stone surfaces survive the harsh conditions of a Baltimore winter. Read the rest of this entry »

Asphalt Maintenance Helps Combat Impending Baltimore Winter Weather

September 17th, 2015

Asphalt Maintenance Baltimore Winterc

Over time, asphalt pavement begins to deteriorate. In fact, it begins to deteriorate the moment it is first laid. Constant exposure to the elements – sunlight, rain, sleet, and snow – along with normal wear and tear can slowly (and sometimes not very slowly) cause asphalt pavement to break down, resulting in cracking, potholes, or worse. The good news: with proper maintenance, your parking lot or other asphalt surface can last 15 to 18 years or even more. Read the rest of this entry »

How to Deal with Ponding Water and Puddles in Your Parking Lot

September 11th, 2015

Ponding Water Parking Lot

Ponding water and puddles are the bane to the existence of all parking lot owners.

Unfortunately, issues caused by ponding water and puddles don’t magically go away. Things get worse if you let water stand, so let’s take a look at a few ways to deal with ponding water and puddles in your parking lot. Read the rest of this entry »

Nearing the End of Sealcoat Season in Baltimore

September 2nd, 2015

Sealcoat BaltimoreAs summer quickly comes to an end and the weather begins to change, business owners and property managers are left with a small window of opportunity to protect their asphalt pavement from that harsh winter weather Baltimore is known for. We are talking about Sealcoating. It helps protect your pavement from the elements while also giving it a fresh new look and feel. However, sealcoat is finicky stuff and can only be applied when the conditions are just right. Sealcoat is basically the Goldilocks of the paving industry. Read the rest of this entry »

Everything You Didn’t Know You Wanted to Know about Cinder Blocks

August 28th, 2015

Cinder BlocksCinder blocks play a big role in our lives. In many cases, they literally are your cornerstone – the rock that holds everything together. Cinder blocks are used, along with concrete columns, tie beams, and rebar, to create what is known as “concrete block structure” (CBS) construction. This building method is extremely common and used in all types of low-rise buildings – both residential and commercial. Read the rest of this entry »

Pool Deck Repair before Winter Hits Maryland

August 21st, 2015

Pool Deck Repair MarylandBasically, cracks in your pool deck allow moisture in. This moisture can freeze and worsen damage over the course of a winter, so it is better to address repairs now.

Winters in Maryland can get harsh very quick, and it can cost you a small fortune to repair your commercial pool deck before summer works its way back around. Read the rest of this entry »

How to Repair Concrete Cracks

August 6th, 2015

Repair concrete cracksWhether they are big or small, the need for concrete cracks will not magically disappear.

Different concrete cracks will require different methods of repairing, but it is inevitable that your surface will face some type of issues at some point. Instead of avoiding the problem until it gets bigger, let’s review crack types and how to efficiently repair them. Read the rest of this entry »