George Hendren Concrete

Did an unexpected weather event cause problems with the concrete you just poured? If you need replacement concrete to start over in a hurry, we’re always happy to help you out.

It’s important to work with the right concrete contractor. Why? Not all cements are created equal. Improperly graded coarse aggregate, for example, may contain larger chunks of rock, which can interlock and create undesirable arches and air pockets in the finished concrete work.

Which two countries are currently the biggest customers for cement (a key component in the building trade and a common indicator of economic growth)? If you guessed China and Brazil, you're right.

Ohio contains both the first concrete street and the first concrete highrise. The street is located in Bellefontaine, Ohio, and the building in Cincinnati. The Hoover and Grand Coulee Dams were the first major concrete dams, and they were constructed in 1936.

Using quality cement and aggregate materials is important to every concrete project. Why? Aggregates like sand, rock and gravel represent as much as 85% of the finished concrete used to create everything from stairs, walls and foundations to roads, bridges and highways.

Hardscape elements in the landscape, non-organic materials used for utility and decoration, can add interest to an average backyard. Hardscape feature can include water features like ponds, walls, and fences; large rocks; patios; decks; gravel walkways; concrete pavers; and brick barbecues.

Did you know that concrete is a multi-billion-dollar industry? According to concretehelper.com, the industry is worth more than $37 million, helps to employ more than 2 million workers in the U.S., and produces an estimated 10 billion tons of concrete annually.

Fly ash (a product of coal-burning plants) can be used to replace as much as 15 to 30 percent of the cement in the mixture. Fly ash offers several benefits, in that it improves workability, is easier to finish, and reduces the heat generated by the concrete.

Before hiring a contractor to repave or repair your driveway, you will want to make sure you have the town’s permission to carry on with the work. Understanding where power lines and utility pipes are located before any digging is very important.

One of the main problems with using asphalt for your businesses parking lot is how much the sun will be attracted to that dark surface. When you don’t want your parking lot to mimic the Sahara in the summer, concrete is a better option.

The average weight of concrete is between 3,800 and 4,000 pounds per cubic yard. There are some types of concrete that float, though, and the best examples of such are concrete canoes and boat docks.

Concrete has been used in some of the most important architecture of our time. The Burj Khalifa, the Hoover Dam, and the Panama Canal are all great examples of the strength and resilience of concrete.

One of the latest trends in the concrete business is the use of concrete construction in decorative building projects. This includes tinted, textured, and imprinted concrete used in hardscapes, flooring, and fireplaces.