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I work for a foundation/waterproofing company.
Posted on 5/16/22 at 7:46 pm
Posted on 5/16/22 at 7:46 pm
If anyone here needs assistance in what to do, how to do it, or help with reviewing bids, I'm glad to help.
Posted on 5/16/22 at 8:09 pm to AUbagman
I have some hairline cracks in my driveway (exposed aggregate finish). What can i seal the cracks with that won't standout like a sore thumb? Is there clear sealant for this type situation?
Posted on 5/16/22 at 8:12 pm to AUbagman
Do you know anybody who can pitch, catch, or play shortstop?
Posted on 5/16/22 at 8:19 pm to greenbean
I would need to see pictures of your cracks. In our situation we usually recommend a poly foam injection to fill the void, compact the soil below, and raise any drop in the slab. If any mitigating factors like water intrusion under the slab is occuring, divert that water away.
Think of it like a differential settling house. You can fix cracks, but if you don't get to the root cause, it's just temporary.
Point being, don't concern yourself with the cosmetic fix until the root cause is alleviated.
Think of it like a differential settling house. You can fix cracks, but if you don't get to the root cause, it's just temporary.
Point being, don't concern yourself with the cosmetic fix until the root cause is alleviated.
This post was edited on 5/16/22 at 8:21 pm
Posted on 5/16/22 at 8:42 pm to AUbagman
What areas do you service?
Posted on 5/16/22 at 9:07 pm to greenbean
I’m pretty sure every driveway in the world has cracks in it
Posted on 5/16/22 at 9:54 pm to PenguinPubes
There are two types of concrete. Concrete that's cracked. And concrete that's going to crack. That foam stuff has great potential. I wouldn't put it in my house though.
Posted on 5/16/22 at 10:13 pm to AUbagman
What's your opinion on helical piers?
Long term fix? Or temporary solution?
Long term fix? Or temporary solution?
This post was edited on 5/16/22 at 10:16 pm
Posted on 5/16/22 at 10:25 pm to East Coast Band
Part of my driveway is washing out due to runoff from the house. What can I do to fill this gap? New concrete, dirt or is there a pray foam I can use?
Posted on 5/17/22 at 7:08 am to TigerVizz87
Did you fix your runoff issue? I wouldn’t do anything until you do that
Posted on 5/17/22 at 7:45 am to AUbagman
hairline cracks, no drop at all. Just want to keep the water out, so no drops develop over the years.
Posted on 5/17/22 at 4:28 pm to East Coast Band
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What's your opinion on helical piers?
Long term fix?
At least as long as timber. We used them at the LSU engineering building where we were adding weight to the existing structure. We mostly use them when layout/installation area is limited or at existing structures.
We have a good relationship with a fabricator/installer and we recently got into to designing them so we do work for each other.
Posted on 5/17/22 at 11:12 pm to greenbean
Some masonry supply houses sell driveway crack caulking that’s self leveling. Just clean the area real well before you do that fyi
Posted on 5/19/22 at 2:53 pm to AUbagman
You have an email address I can send pictures/questions to? Need help with foundation/ventilation on old pier and beam.
Posted on 5/21/22 at 8:20 pm to TigerVizz87
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Part of my driveway is washing out due to runoff from the house. What can I do to fill this gap? New concrete, dirt or is there a pray foam I can use?
You can most definitely do a poly foam application. It will compact the soil, fill the void, and lift if needed.
Do you have gutters?
Posted on 5/21/22 at 8:27 pm to cmac5125
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You have an email address I can send pictures/questions to? Need help with foundation/ventilation on old pier and beam.
Afsrepairquestions@gmail.com
Posted on 5/21/22 at 8:31 pm to East Coast Band
quote:
What's your opinion on helical piers?
Long term fix? Or temporary solution?
If done correctly, permanent at that location. As with anything, it's only as good as the install. If they hit load bearing strata and properly cut/bracket the footing, it's gold.
If I were building a house, I would do helicals prior to the footing being poured. Pre construction piers are worth every penny.
Posted on 5/22/22 at 9:18 am to AUbagman
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You can most definitely do a poly foam application. It will compact the soil, fill the void, and lift if needed.
Do you have any links to products?
And yes recently got them installed.
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