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Laying concrete is a notoriously tricky task. The success of the end result rests on a huge range of different factors, each of which needs to be gotten absolutely right.
As a result, trying to lay concrete in more adverse weather conditions can pose a risk, as it has the potential to compromise the finish – both visually and structurally – of the concrete once it has dried. Two of the most challenging scenarios to be laying concrete in are cold weather and wet weather conditions.
If you don’t take them into account during the laying process, these can significantly impact the concrete. However, luckily, these risks can be mitigated. The key lies in understanding how to alter your concrete laying methods when you face these sorts of conditions. That’s why taking on the services of a highly experienced, professional concrete layer is always a great idea. With their extensive knowledge, you can be sure that the new concrete on your property achieves a flawless end result, regardless of any weather conditions that may occur during the laying period.
At iMix Concrete, our team of concrete specialists are on-hand to answer any queries that you may have, or to assist with all manner of concrete projects for your property. In this blog post, we’ll be answering one of our most common FAQs – how should I lay concrete in cold or wet weather?
The best thing to do in these conditions is to alter your plan to accommodate. If the temperature outside is less than 5°C, then it is too cold for you to pour concrete. This is because, if the concrete freezes less than 24 hours after it has been poured, its strength will be reduced by a half. A good indicator of whether or not to pour concrete on that day would be if there is ice on the ground.
If you know that there is due to be rain on the day that you had planned to pour the concrete, carefully cover the site with waterproof sheeting like tarpaulin. This will help the ground to keep dry. If you were to pour concrete onto a surface which was very wet, the concrete that you pour would be ruined, as it would absorb the water.
Should you have any further concrete pouring questions, or if you would like to enlist our services for a concrete project on your property, don’t hesitate to contact us.
