Many intrepid do-it-yourself homeowners decide to skip what they believe to be the hassle of concrete contractor hiring and go straight for the weekend project. However, concrete is a fussy substance, and poor installation leads to cracks and other long-term damage. This is why you’re always better off outsourcing this job to skilled concrete workers. Here are five benefits of a concrete contractor:
- Knowledge: As indicated earlier, concrete is fussy. It is sensitive to temperature and lot conditions. If you pour concrete without considering all the variables, you will likely end up with a failed project, or at least an unattractive one. As experts in this industry, we know the variables affecting concrete and take precautions to pour it correctly. YouTube videos are helpful for small concrete projects, but you should really call a contractor when it comes to a patio or driveway.
- Experience: Our concrete knowledge arises from experience. We’ve poured concrete in many weather conditions, and while we expect the best, we are also prepared for the worst. It is often easy to pour concrete on dry days with few interfering factors, but that project can become a disaster if you are not prepared for wind or rain. Also, experience helps us navigate other challenges, including odd-shaped projects or poor grading.
- Dedication to quality: The problem with do-it-yourself projects is limited time. You have one weekend to finish them before returning to work. Or you may dedicate two days of a three-day weekend to a project, only for it to start extending into that third day. As you face these limits, you likely rush to finish the project, which affects its quality. If a contractor works on your concrete project while you are at work or home, we can concentrate on the job and do it right the first time. Also, we know our business reputation depends on performing excellent work!
- Saves money: Do you want to cough up cash for tools and equipment you will only use once? Even if you rent equipment, its cost plus the cost of materials will likely match or exceed the cost of hiring a contractor. If you make a mistake, you will have to hire a contractor anyway, and they may charge more since there is likely damage to repair with the concrete pouring. Save yourself time, money and hassle—let the experts handle this job.
- Warranties and insurance: Reputable concrete contractors offer warranties on their work and materials. This means, if anything goes wrong, you have a remedy. We can revisit your home, fix the damage and make things right. If there is an accident or property damage due to our negligence, we carry insurance to cover that damage. If you turn concrete into a do-it-yourself project, you do not have the same reassurance. You spend more time and money than you would if you’d hired a contractor in the first place.
If you are in the process of concrete contractor hiring, consider calling Maddox Concrete, LLC. We offer all of the benefits of a concrete contractor after over 100 years in business. Reach out to see if our services work for you!