Sidewalks will make any home appear more attractive. They will also boost the value of your home and make it more appealing for prospective buyers. Sidewalks are known for their durability. Their lifespan is determined by the quality of the installation that has been adopted. When correctly installed, a sidewalk can last for 20 – 40 years. While there are several DIY sidewalk options available on the market, it’s best you hire a professional to do it for you. Professional installation is the only guarantee of a long-lasting sidewalk. If you need a professional concrete construction company to help you install a beautiful sidewalk on your property, look no further than Austin, Texas Decorative Concrete. We adopt the use of a step-by-step process to ensure that the sidewalk installation is semi-permanent.
Prepare The Soil
The first thing to do is to prepare the foundation that you’ll install the sidewalk upon. It’s essential that you correctly compact the soil beneath the sidewalk. You have to ensure that you compact the soil properly and uniformly. If you fail to compact the soil beneath the sidewalk properly, chances are high that cracks will develop. When installing sidewalks ensure that they are far enough from a tree. Roots can damage sidewalks by lifting them off the ground. When this happens, you’ll need to remove the roots from the soil to reinstall the damaged sidewalk.
Prepare The Foundation
You can install your sidewalk on soil, but the best choice is to add a subbase layer between the ground and the concrete mixture. The purpose of this intermediate layer is to act as a form of support and to eliminate any minor lack of uniformity on the soil surface. Adding a subbase layer is ideal in regions where the soil is subject to moisture depletion and shrinkage. Our professional concrete contractors are aware of advanced techniques that can be used to create a solid foundation. We understand that a solid sidewalk foundation will guarantee its longevity.
Install the Sidewalk
Now, everything is set for you to install your sidewalk. The concrete mixture will be poured on the sub-base layer, the sidewalk will be arranged gently on it. Care has to be taken to make sure that each slap is installed correctly and in the right order. Hiring a professional sidewalk installation service is your best bet to getting a well-designed, well-arranged sidewalk. We are expert concrete contractors that can help you install attractive sidewalks on your property. It’s our job to consult with you to identify your preferred taste and design. We can work within the limits of your budget to improve the quality of the property. For many years, we have helped homeowners in the region install their different types and shapes of sidewalks. We are professionals that are skilled to handle every project.
