# 1 Concrete & Winter Hazards
There are numerous reasons we should be fixing concrete repairs this fall. Firstly, we want to avoid unforeseen challenges in the winter such as tripping hazards. If concrete damages and concrete cracks are not fixed in a timely manner in the fall, then it will become a much larger issue during the winter months. For instance, once the snow and ice begins to fall, it will be nearly impossible to see those hazards. How can you avoid accidents due to tripping? Well, let Pro Foundation Technology find solutions to these preventable hazards! In fact, our concrete leveling capacities will ensure that your concrete concerns will be mended by the first snowfall.
#2 Winterize Your Property This Fall
What exactly is winterizing your property? Well, consider this. Before winter, we typically take measures to protect the inside of our homes. For example, we might caulk windows, replace exterior doors, or install a sump pump to avoid flooding due to melting ice. However, how are we winterizing the outside of our home? This is where Pro Foundation Tech can help prevent further disturbances to concrete. According to Polyjacking.com " harsh winters can give your concrete a beating. {Furthermore}, combine the weather with de-icing materials and you have a recipe for a damaged slab. This combination of weather and chemicals can cause a variety of concrete problems, such as concrete spalling and scaling." Additionally, "De-icing material like salt and some chemicals can damage the concrete, allowing water to penetrate below the slab’s surface. If the concrete is unsealed, the water will fill the holes, cracks, and pores off the slab." Essentially, fixing concrete repairs this fall will benefit your property come springtime.
#3 Increased Damage to concrete
Freeze and Thaw cycles can increase the damage of your concrete's foundation. Ultimately, "Fluctuating temperatures and moisture levels can lead to sinking concrete surfaces." Therefore, repairing concrete in the fall is an effective way to prevent the following damages due to unleveled surfaces. Consequently, delaying repairs can cause the following:
- Trip and fall hazard for pedestrians and family members
- Unsightly appearance
- Lowers the home’s value
- Causes shifting and movement
- Creates drainage and runoff problems
- Makes shoveling and other yard work difficult
- Causes pooling or standing water on the property
Ultimately, this is why it is important to fix concrete issues in the fall before the winter weather arrives.
Service Area
We at Pro Foundation Technology would like to serve your concrete repair needs this fall! Our service area includes northeast Kansas and Missouri. Please check out our Service Area page to learn if we serve your specific area. We want to help with all of your concrete issues. Furthermore, for our customer’s convenience, we offer financing options. All of our work includes a “no-hassle” transferable warranty. Contact us today!
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Tags: ceiling cracks, concrete repairs, winterize property