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Atlanta driveways crack most often because of expansive red clay soil, extreme summer heat, poor drainage, tree root intrusion, and inadequate reinforcement or base preparation during the original installation. Most... Continue Reading

A sunken slab is usually caused by soil erosion or settling underneath it. Minor sinking can often be corrected with mudjacking or polyfoam lifting. More severe sinking or a badly cracked slab typically requires full... Continue Reading

Thin, vertical hairline cracks under 1/8 inch are common and usually cosmetic. Horizontal cracks, stair-step cracks, cracks wider than 1/4 inch, or cracks paired with doors and windows that stick are warning signs of... Continue Reading

This July, Sudlow Concrete was proud to support an Atlanta tradition that has made a difference for children and families across Georgia for more than two decades. Continue Reading

Resurfacing works when your driveway's structure is sound but the surface is worn or cosmetically cracked. Replacement is necessary when there's structural cracking, sinking, or a base that's failed. A... Continue Reading

Resurfacing works when your driveway's structure is sound but the surface is worn or cosmetically cracked. Replacement is necessary when there's structural cracking, sinking, or a base that's failed. A... Continue Reading

Look for commercial and industrial project experience specifically, proper licensing and insurance, references from similar-scale jobs, a clear written scope, and familiarity with Atlanta's clay soil. On... Continue Reading

Small chips and hairline cracks can usually be patched with a concrete repair mortar. Cracks that run through a full step, multiple crumbling edges, or steps that feel unstable underfoot are safety hazards that call... Continue Reading

A concrete driveway should slope at roughly 1 to 2 percent grade away from your home and garage. In Atlanta, where clay soil already holds water, poor drainage planning is one of the leading causes of early driveway... Continue Reading

Many homeowners use the terms "pavement" and "concrete" interchangeably. You might tell a neighbor you're getting your "driveway paved," but that could mean two very different things depending on the material... Continue Reading

The short answer is: Yes—but you have to change your technique. Many Atlanta homeowners assume that once their concrete is sealed, it’s bulletproof. While a sealer provides a great barrier against Georgia’s red... Continue Reading

Stamped concrete is a favorite for Atlanta homeowners because it provides the high-end look of slate, fieldstone, or wood planks without the high-end price tag. However, the most common question we get after an... Continue Reading