Concrete Work

Repairs to your existing driveway, or complete installations can be daunting to think about. However, our team of experts has been installing and fixing concrete for years. Our team is skilled in decorative concrete work, basement work, house foundations, and repairs to cracks or corroded concrete. The repairs may include slab work and sealing. Our cement solutions can also include a pre-cast slab of any material.

We are happy to consult with you on your project and provide you a free quote. Contact Forest City Contracting for your walkways, sidewalks, driveway, garage floor, patio, and pool deck concrete needs in Northeast Ohio.

Driveways and Sidewalks

Building a concrete driveway requires special tools and expertise to ensure it’s done right. Our team of masons know how to grade and level the sub-base, install concrete forms, reinforce the concrete with rebar, add expansion joints to limit cracking, and apply a brushed finish for an eye-catching aesthetic. Our team has been working together for years, so you can feel confident that their skills and timing will be impeccable.

Driveway and sidewalk installations enhance your home’s curb appeal. Do you have an asphalt driveway you don’t like? Do you hate tracking asphalt into your home or having it rub off on your child’s toys? No problem! We will tear your old driveway and replace it with a new concrete driveway suitable for chalk drawings and roller skating.

Sidewalks are often overlooked since they are at the base of the property. However, uneven and cracked sidewalks are a liability. Sidewalks become uneven when there are growing trees nearby, fluctuations in weather, or poor drainage in the surrounding landscape. Many cities will issue fines to the property owner when their sidewalks are cracked or uneven because it creates a walking hazard for the general population. We are very knowledgeable of these situations and have addressed them for many local residents. Whether you are moving, addressing a city citation, or just looking for general sidewalk maintenance, we can help you fix these issues.

Concrete Corrosion Remediation

Corrosion occurs naturally when steel rebar within reinforced concrete structures begins to rust. Technically, concrete corrosion is defined as “the destruction of metal by chemical, electrochemical, and electrolytic reactions within its environment.” As concrete structures like sidewalks, pool decks, and driveways are exposed to the elements and age over time, the chemical composition starts to deteriorate. You can spot concrete corrosion by the rust-looking dust on the surface.

Decorative Concrete Installations

Concrete is often a cost efficient way to finish a patio or pool deck. However, if you are looking for something that blends into the facade of your house or yard, decorative concrete is the way to go. Decorative concrete, or stamped concrete, can be formed to mimic different styles, sizes, and shapes of stone giving your outdoor space a one-of-a-kind design. Additive colors allow you to customize your patio to your exact preferences, setting your yard apart from your neighbors.

Stamped concrete will last just as long as non-stamped, or conventional concrete, about 25 years, as long as it’s correctly installed and maintained. The added attention to detail will not only increase your property value but all your curb appeal.