Concrete is a preferred material for driveways all around New Zealand. Concrete slabs are reliable and durable and require very little maintenance. The blend of strength and durability make concrete a comparatively good value for large areas of paving.
Concrete is sometimes wrongly known as cement, but in reality, the term cement refers to just one element that makes up concrete. Concrete is a composite substance made up of different types of stone all that are held together with a fusion of water. The cement itself is a crushed powder made from limestone and clay. The size of the aggregate in the concrete mixture can differ, depending on the proposed use of the concrete. For typical architectural construction used, concrete is made with gravel-sized aggregates, but for more precise work and more regular finished surfaces, finer sands can be used as the whole. The mixture used in slabs, driveways, sidewalks and other paving surfaces is usually a mixture of different materials ranging from gravel to sand-sized particles.
The typical mixture used in driveway slabs, sidewalks, and other paving surfaces usually uses a mixture of aggregate ranging from gravel to sand-sized particles.
Some people are still now aware of the benefits of a concrete driveway. If you are planning to get a contractor for your next concrete driveway project then we are here with this detailed blog on the benefits of a concrete driveway.
Maintenance Expense
It is feasible to reduce concrete maintenance costs through the effectiveness of contraction joints and penetrating sealers. Clear sealers guard against moisture absorption and de-icers. Contraction joints separate cracking that occurs as concrete shrinks.
Reaction To Heat And Light
This is the fact that Asphalt absorbs heat but concrete reflects heat. In this case, we suggest a concrete driveway. Concrete driveways are cooler since they absorb less UV radiation. You can compare it by walking shoeless on the two types of driveways on a warm day to understand the difference. Although asphalt’s heat absorption is a benefit in the winter, this cold-weather support is countered by the point of having a hotter driveway in the summer.
Concrete’s light reflectance also decreases lighting conditions. Since asphalt absorbs so much light, an asphalt driveway may need more lighting than one made of concrete. With a concrete driveway, energy savings increase for years to come.
Beauty & Curb Appeal
As per some house owners, standard light grey surface offers a good curb appeal, although artistic design options exist. Coloured concrete is the solution for homeowners who want a more shaded surface. Stamped concrete surfaces add a pleasant texture that often mixes beautifully with a home’s structural design.
The work of laying a concrete driveway needs a lot of hard effort. Always find the best driveway contractor for your project.
Once you have selected a specific concrete contractor, sign a contract that sets the start and end dates for your project, taking into account the potential for delays associated with the weather. All warranties and warranties must be clearly stated in the contract. If you need to make changes, please obtain them in writing. We offer all these to our clients and we also make sure that the work is done in priority without any compromises.
We are Auckland’s leading driveway contractors. Ambient Construction will pay heed to your concerns and offer suggestions focusing on your home’s features, conditions, and requirements. All of your construction tasks will be handled by our fully licenced and insured professionals. We’ll make moving on to the next chapter a little easier for you. Our expert contractors will contact you as soon as possible, using the communication channel of your choice!
