How To Know If You Should Repair Your Concrete This Winter

The Winter season has been in full swing! Snow brings salt, debris, and possibly a bit of debris. Even though concrete is very durable, cold temperatures, slush, snow, and salt all take a toll on your concrete. For those who live in northeast Ohio, it can be snowy, and ice can be dangerous during the winter. If you are not sure if you should repair your concrete for winter, follow these tips to know what you should look out for.

Signs of Concrete Damage

Cracks or swelling are a clear sign that your concrete needs to be prepared. Swelling is what occurs under the surface of the concrete. This means that concrete gets larger. Prolonged use of concrete leads to general wear and tear of concrete as well. Holes in concrete can be unsafe and a hazard, especially in winter. Chemicals such as fertilizer, oil, grass, and fuel can take a toll on concrete. Lastly, an uneven appearance is a clear sign of needing concrete leveling. Weather conditions are usually a cause for this. If you spot uneven concrete, be sure to get this taken care of as soon as possible.

Evaluate Damage

Every case is different and should be approached accordingly. Age is the typical factor for whether or not your concrete should be leveled. For a quick tip, if your concrete crack is over 2 inches, your concrete should be repaired. If you have a newer driveway that has cracks in it already, this most likely means the concrete was not installed correctly in the first place.

Repair?

Replacing concrete completely can be very expensive, and leveling is a great alternative depending on the amount of damage to the concrete. If you feel that your concrete needs a professional opinion, contact us over at Level Best.