Sunday, December 16, 2018

The Versatility of Concrete in the San Francisco Skyline




San Francisco is a city that features several distinct styles and trends in building design, from historic Victorian residences to modern high-rise buildings to revamped industrial multi-use spaces. The varied features of the diverse built environment of the city contribute in part to San Francisco’s famed character, and likewise, requires expertise from those building the ever-changing city and are up to the challenge of integrating new projects into the dynamic landscape. Beyond the challenge of incorporating the aesthetic of the project into the existing neighborhood or space, new projects in San Francisco also have the added challenges of being able to withstand the seismic activity of the area, as well as accommodating the iconic slopes of its steep hills. Given these considerations, it is logical that a key contribution to any project is that of an experienced commercial concrete contractor in San Francisco. Concrete is a versatile and foundational element in most projects, and its skilled mixing, placement, and finishing is essential to the strength and durability of the final product, as well as to the quality of the aesthetic finish.

Reno Makes Room for Tech Industry




The Biggest Little City in the World, Reno, is not only for tourists heading to the casinos any more. These days, it is a place that attracts people and businesses from all over Nevada and the U.S. that are looking for an innovative and growing community to call home. Several large and well-known companies have sites in the Reno-Sparks metropolitan area, such as Tesla, Apple, eBay, and Amazon, and many more continue to follow in their path. The city’s transformation into an oasis of tech in the desert of Nevada has spurred many new construction projects to accommodate the demand for commercial and industrial space, and has brought new business to commercial concrete contractors in Reno.

Commercial Concrete in Los Angeles



Los Angeles is a major city that brings together many industries and people, and with that comes a wide range of ways people describe it. One characterization that may offer an overarching theme is it’s that of a place with an ever-changing cityscape. Los Angeles is a city as fluid and flexible as the materials that created the city. Beneath the evergreen transformation of the city lies concrete, an important component of each project due to its strength, durability, and versatility. In order to meet the constant demand for reshaping the city is the need for a skilled commercial concrete contractor in Los Angeles.

Sunday, November 18, 2018

What is Cellular Concrete?




Lightweight cellular concrete, also known as lightweight concrete or foam concrete, is an exciting innovation in concrete that has been gaining popularity over the last decade. It has many applications that cellular concrete contractors have been bringing to commercial development projects across the U.S. Using cellular concrete has helped developers save time and costs compared to traditional concrete and is an exciting concrete product for many projects.

Evaluating your Home's Foundation



Your foundation is one of the essential components of your home that you need to review periodically to ensure that everything is in great condition. Like your roof and other parts of your house, a visual inspection can help you get ahead of issues. If you find any issues with your foundation, it is best to call a local general contractor that can help you determine the severity of the issue.   

Concrete's Plentiful Components



Concrete is nothing short of a wonder material. If we did not have a construction material that can take on nearly any shape or form, our modern life would look very different. Not only is concrete able to be molded, it has an immense compressive strength which allows it to support even the tallest buildings. The other remaining element that makes it truly a wonder material is that its components are extremely plentiful - cement, water, and aggregate. This combination of a flowable material that hardens to have an extreme compressive force, all with materials that are widely available, has completely changed the world we live in today.  It’s this amazing combination that allows concrete contractors, like The Conco Companies, to offer services to create impressive buildings throughout the western U.S.

Bathroom Remodel: Replacing your shower/tub combo with an all glass shower enclosure



Every home remodel is exciting. It gives you the ability to refashion your home for your needs in the coming years and update the design and features. One of the most impactful remodels is a bathroom. Whether it’s adding a new bathroom or remodeling an existing one, a bathroom remodel can dramatically change the look and feel of your home. For your update, consider including a glass shower enclosure in your new bathroom.