Here Comes the Cold

Hardscapes Inc. Driveway RepairThere is a bite in the air this morning. Some of the broad leaf trees already littered with yellow. Fall too soon.

There is still time to address some of those concrete issues you were trying to get to over the summer.

Cracked sidewalks and driveways can don’t like this time of year. Big differences in temperature over the course of the day can expand and contract crack and leave fissures where water can collect and create even larger cracks as winter approaches.

Now is the time to get a new surface for your walk or drive before the snow flys.

Like the old commercial said.

Why Wait For Spring?

Give us a call for a FREE estimate 403-547-5597

The Late Season Concrete Project

Poured concrete patio canadaconcrete.comDid you know that if you know what you’re doing you can pour concrete almost all year round?

That is if the general air temperature is between 10° C and 32° C you should be safe. There are other factors that might determine the outcome like wind and humidity along with water temp have an effect on pouring concrete in less than favorable conditions.

Cold Weather

Temperatures below 0° C should be left until warmer weather or best recommendation would be to hire a pro. Concrete sets slower in colder temperatures so the key to getting it right is to make sure the concrete sets fast.

Here is a cold weather tip to get your concrete set right, use hot water. You could always use a fast setting concrete to pour you your slab but if you really want it done right call someone who does it for a living.

Give us call or email us for more information on how we can get that late summer concrete project done right.

Basement Water Leak

SAM award floorWith the recent record rainfall and high water table many people are finding water creeping into their basements.

This can lead to water damage to carpet and wood floors not to mention the risk of mold developing after wet or damp conditions.

If your repairing your basement floor after recent storms consider a concrete solution. A concrete overlay is a great alternative to carpet or hardwood! It is far more resilient to water, does not promote bacterial growth, and is a much more eco-friendly solution should another flood happen.

Hardscapes has  all the equipment and expertise needed to remove old paint, thin-set, glue or whatever is on your floor to prepare it for a beautiful concrete finish.

An Elite Crete overlay can be engraved and stained to mirror any flooring style and colour.

Give us a call to find out how.

Transform your garage this summer!

You’ve decided that this is the summer you’re going to declutter, reorganize, clean and freshen up your garage space. While it’s likely going to be a big job, it’ll be worth it when the cold weather arrives and you don’t have to squeeze your vehicle in between everything else that’s been dumped in there over the years.

While you’re cleaned out, why not get that ugly floor cleaned up and coated?! A polyaspartic coating will do wonders for your garage. It will be brighter, cleaner, easier to clean, and best of all, protected from all that salt we spoke of last week.

Hardscapes Inc. offers solutions for any budget. Gorgeous flake floors and even mica metallic flakes for those that like to eat, sleep and play in their garage, as well as solid color for those with more of a utilitarian need. These coatings are 100% UV stable, extremely abrasion resistant, and highly chemical resistant.

Many garage floors can be done start to finish in just ONE DAY!

Contact us today at 403-547-5597 for your FREE estimate.

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Concrete Overlay Makeover

Is your office looking a little run down and tired? Does the floor of your store show the wear and tear of years of traffic?

You can bring these working floors back to life and give your office or store floor a brand new look.

A concrete overlay can make all the difference. This type of an overlay can add years to the life of you floor and create a specific ambiance designed especially for you.

Here are some things to consider when contemplating a concrete overlay.

What conditions will the floor be exposed to?

Certain polished surfaces might not be appropriate for wet conditions. High traffic areas might need to be a darker colour to give the floor a longer life and keep maintenance to a minimum.

What is the instillation cost?

Cost average between $3 to $10 a square foot depending on instillation. More elaborate finishes can be more. Give Hardscapes Inc. a call for more information or a free quote.

How much maintenance is required?

This type of surface when coated with a sealer, are stain resistant to dirt and grease. There is the usual cleaning and maintenance of any floor.

Talk to us about how to get your old tired floor back to shiny and new.

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Remake Your Commercial Floors

Recently completed 6000′ of commercial bay floors. Epoxy base with a polyaspartic topcoat makes a great high build coating that is very durable.

In this case size doesn’t matter. We can transform any sized commercial floor taking it from dull and pock marked to a new luxurious and shining surface.

Check out some of our floors on our Industrial & Commercial floors page for more ideas give us a call 403-547-5597

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Driveway Damage Stops Sale

Drieveway-CrackWhat is the first thing a potential home buyer sees when they view a property? The driveway. They will either park in it or walk up it as they approach the home. If you think a cracked and pitted driveway doesn’t matter to a potential buyer you would be wrong.

Here is what one agent had to say.

“A new concrete driveway will greatly increase your home’s curb appeal. Better curb appeal can speed the sale of your home. It may be an upgrade that will not increase the value of your home but without repair it might cause your house to not sell at all.”

Hardscapes Inc. is expert at repairing cracked and pitted driveways and garage floors. Don’t wait until your house is up for sale to get the job done.

Call now for an estimate for your repair.  403-547-5597

What’s up for Earth Day 2016?

Earth DayEarth Day is a day that is intended to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth’s natural environment.

It is an annual event, celebrated on April 22, on which events are held worldwide to demonstrate support for environmental protection.

Earth Day was first celebrated in 1970, and is now coordinated globally by the Earth Day Network, and celebrated in more than 192 countries each year.

Visit Earth Day Canada:
https://earthday.ca/

Check out this article by Cara McGoogan (The Telegraph) and the Google Doodle Earth Day 2016 video.

Earth Day 2016: Five Inspiring Facts and How to do Your Bit

Corporate Logos

Hardscapes takes great care in transferring your corporate logo to the floor of your office building or workplace. Hardscapes artists create beautiful decorative concrete surfaces on floors or pavement by using engraving, coloured dyes and pigments and multi-level polishing to bring you logo’s and floors to life.

Techniques for external and internal concrete vary. Visit our website for more information and find out how we can help with your concrete design ideas or restorations.

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Marble Look For Your Basement Floor

IMG_4875This gorgeous basement floor was created using PT-1 in charcoal pearl with coffee accents. This client was absolutely floored with the results!

With Reflector Enhancer floors there are no two projects the same. Don’t buy the same tiles and carpet that everyone else is getting.

Make your floor unique.

Call us for more information on this and other beautiful concrete floors.