How Do You Lay A Concrete Drive?
Laying a concrete drive requires a little help. This is a big project that needs more than two hands in order to get the job done accurately and quickly. You will need to be able to rent a concrete truck since this job demands a large amount of pouring of concrete at one time. Developing a concrete drive will make a place look its best. The following steps will help you take on this challenging home project. Develop a design for the drive. Be sure that the area will not interfere with landscaping. Calculate where the drive will turn or if it will have a turn. Be sure to also determine where the cars will meet the street. Calculate the amount of concrete needed. Measure the length and the width of the drive. A typical width is between 10 to 20 feet and most drives are about 4 inches thick. Estimate cost. This will based on the amount of concrete needed along with other materials and equipment. Notice the type of soil of the designated drive area. If it is soft soil, it will usually appe
