So you’ve scheduled your concrete project — great. Whether it’s a new driveway, patio, or foundation, there are a few things you can do before we show up that’ll help the job go smoothly and keep everything on schedule.
Clear the Area
Move vehicles, patio furniture, planters, and anything else out of the work zone. We need clear access not just to the pour area, but to the path our trucks and equipment will use to get there. A concrete truck is heavy and needs solid ground — if there’s a specific route you’d prefer we use, let us know ahead of time.
Mark Utilities and Sprinkler Lines
If you have underground sprinkler lines, electrical conduits, or gas lines near the work area, mark them or let us know where they are. We’ll call 811 for public utility locates, but private lines (like sprinkler systems) are the homeowner’s responsibility to identify.
Think About Drainage
Water has to go somewhere. Before we pour, take a look at how water currently flows across your property. If there are drainage issues now, concrete will make them worse unless we plan for it. We can build in slopes, channels, or drains — but it helps to discuss this before pour day.
Talk to Your Neighbors
Concrete trucks are big and loud, and the crew will be working for several hours. A quick heads-up to your neighbors goes a long way, especially if the truck needs to block part of the street or if we’re starting early in the morning.
Plan for Curing Time
Fresh concrete needs time to cure. You won’t be able to walk on it for at least 24 hours, and vehicles should stay off for 7 days minimum. Plan accordingly — if we’re pouring your driveway, you’ll need somewhere else to park for a week.
That’s really it. We handle the heavy lifting — excavation, forming, pouring, finishing. But a little prep on your end makes the whole process faster and smoother for everyone.