Dear James: I plan to have my asphalt driveway replaced with concrete. My neighbor’s cracked after only a few years. What should the contractor to do so mine holds up? — Dave S. Dear Dave: Your ...

Many farmers do their own concrete work. Here are tips from pros to improve the quality of the finished slab: Fiber-strand reinforcing, which means fiberglass or other fibers are mixed with the ...

Q. I want to lay some cement by the back door of our garage, about a 3 x 3 foot area. Having never done this before, I need some advice on what to do to prepare the area, and what to do to keep the ...

Creating a cold weather concreting plan is essential when pouring concrete in cold temperatures. Make sure the sub-base, concrete and forms are all above freezing. And monitor temperatures before, ...

Concrete is one of the most user-friendly building materials around. It’s durable and inexpensive, yet can be made amazingly attractive with today’s new concrete finishes. Learn how to pour a concrete ...

Pouring concrete? This Harbor Freight find is great for keeping air pockets at bay and getting a more professional-looking ...

Learn practical tips for correcting dips and uneven surfaces when pouring concrete to achieve a smooth, professional finish.