Concrete Tycoon  www.concretetycoon.com                                                            

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q. How thick is the concrete?
A. About 4" thick for patios and drives, except next to the curb for the drives is 6" thick
Q. Is site preparation included in your price?
A. Yes
Q. What is the difference between an Expansion Joint and a Control Joint?
A. An Expansion Joint is all the way through the slab. 
A Control Joint is a grove about ¼   of the thickness of the slab.
Q. How long of a waiting time is usually expected?
A. This varies with the seasons
Q. How long have you been in business?
A. Since 1972 when I came to this area during a college break and never left!
Q. How cold can you pour concrete?
A. If you know what you are doing probably about 0 degrees. 
The coldest I have poured outside was 8 degrees; however, we never pour over frost.
Q. Are you insured?
A. Yes, normal liability and work comp.
Q. Do you offer warranties?
A. Yes! I will repair a structural crack of 3/8" or wider, not in length. 
I do not warranty hairline cracking. Some contractors guarantee their workmanship. 
Will someone please tell me what that means?
Q. Can Color fade?
A. Yes, If you don't seal concrete every 12 to 18 months with a sealer that will help hold the color in .
This sealer can be purchased in 3 to 4 locations in the K. C. area. All you need is a roller to apply. 
CAUTION ! Best Applied in mild wind and don't smoke ! Unless you own a EYE BROW Pencil!!