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Concrete driveway construction specifications.
To help ensure a problem free driveway use the following list for information about proper construction.
Because concrete is permeable it will draw moisture from the ground that it rests on.
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Increasing the thickness from 4 inches to 5 inches will add approximately 20 to your concrete cost but will also boost your driveway s load carrying capacity nearly 50.
Resin driveways are not yet common so you may want to consider if you want your property to be a trendsetter on your street.
To eliminate standing water the driveway should be sloped towards the street a minimum of one percent or 1 8 inch per foot for proper drainage.
Concrete driveways shall not be allowed in the right of way where there are no existing concrete curbs and gutters.
Construction materials the driveway shall have a minimum structural section of 2 inches of asphalt concrete pavement over 4 inches of class ii aggregate base compacted to 95 relative density.
Pros the heard wearing and low maintenance nature of concrete makes it a natural option for any driveway.
Place concrete at a minimum thickness of 4 inches.
All the work shall be done according to specifications for sidewalks and driveway approach construction on file in the office of the director of public works reference to which is hereby made for further particulars.
For a driveway you will want a much stronger mix of 4 000 psi with a 0 5 water to cement ratio which provides a denser concrete and hence increases the wear ability.
Thickness is the major factor even more than the strength of the concrete in determining a driveway s structural capacity.
For heavier vehicles a thickness of five inches is recommended.
Master masonry concrete construction is a full spectrum resource for residential construction.
Today s concrete can be formed into practically any shape texture pattern or color.
A higher strength may be required in certain situations for example.
A standard concrete mix is 2 500 psi.
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