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What
is concrete?
Concrete is a mixture consisting
of different types of gravel and sand known as aggregate,
bonded together by cement and water.
Concrete: The Best Choice
There are many advantages that make
concrete the best choice. We have listed a few below.
- Strength: Concrete is much stronger than
other foundation materials. It actually gains strength
as it ages.
- Safety: Solid concrete has an ultimate
compressive strength greater than any other form
of foundation. It is a barrier against natural disasters
such as hurricanes, tornados or even floods.
- Fireproof: Statistics show that more fires
start in the basement than any other place in the
house. Concrete has a ZERO flame spread. It does
not support combustion.
- Durability: Concrete basements are single
solid units. They withstand the test of time.
- Less porous: Concrete walls are denser.
It has fewer pores or seams for water to seep through.
- Better resale value: A solid concrete basement
adds to the value of your home.
- Maintenance-free: The clean, quality construction
allows you to spend your time and money doing what
you enjoy!
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