Category: Steve’s Q&A
The Real Risks of Calcium Chloride and Magnesium Chloride in Ice Melts for Pets and Concrete
Walk down the ice melt aisle during winter and youâll see countless products claiming to be âsaferâ for pets and surfaces. Often, these products still contain calcium chloride or magnesium...
Why âPet Friendlyâ Doesnât Always Mean Pet Safe in Ice Melts
During the winter months, pet owners turn to ice melts that claim to be âpet friendly,â believing this label ensures safety for their dogs and cats. But here’s the hard...
If Someone Experiences Property Damage, Should They Contact the Store or the Manufacturer?
When a customer experiences potential property damage and believes it might be related to a product, the next step can feel uncertain. Should you contact the store where you purchased...
Why Resurfacing Is the Smart Fix for Widespread Popping or Surface Damage in Concrete
When concrete begins to show signs of widespread popping or scaling, it’s easy to assume the worstâthat full replacement is necessary. But in most cases, this isnât just costly; itâs...
If Pre-Existing Poor Quality Is Suspected, How Can I Assess the Condition of My Concrete?
Concrete might seem tough and dependable on the outside, but what lies beneath the surface can be a different story altogether. If you’re concerned that your concrete may have been...
What Are Concrete Pops and What Causes Them?
If you’ve noticed small craters, chips, or broken areas on the surface of your driveway, walkway, or patio, you might be dealing with concrete pops. These seemingly minor blemishes are...
How Poor Concrete Work Increases the Risk of Deicer Damage
When it comes to maintaining the integrity of concrete in winter, the quality of the original installation is everything. Improperly laid or finished concrete creates a perfect storm for damage,...
Understanding Concrete Damage: Is It the Ice Melt, the Seal, or the Concrete Itself?
When concrete starts showing signs of wearâsuch as scaling, pitting, or surface flakingâit’s natural to look for something to blame. Often, ice melters are the first suspect. But determining whether...
Understanding Scored Concrete: Safety and Durability in Freeze-Thaw Conditions
Scoring or texturing concrete steps is often recommended to reduce the risk of slipping, especially in icy or wet conditions. Itâs a practical safety measure, but it raises an important...