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OT: concrete driveway advise |
thomasotten |
Jun 6 2009, 08:02 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,547 Joined: 16-November 03 From: San Antonio, Texas Member No.: 1,349 |
I have a problem. My house and driveway is lower than the street level. Usually, when this is the case, they will build a slight rise or berm into the driveway near the street, to keep the street water out. Unfortunately, there is no berm, and when there are heavy rains, I get a lot of street water. I have determined that if I built a berm only 3" high, it would prevent the majority of the street water from entering. So my question is this: Can I build a berm out of concrete directly over my existing driveway? Would it stick, would it break off? Any tips on how to do this so that it lasts? It would very much resemble a speed bump, same proportions.
Thanks, Thomas |
r_towle |
Jun 6 2009, 08:19 PM
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Custom Member Group: Members Posts: 24,591 Joined: 9-January 03 From: Taxachusetts Member No.: 124 Region Association: North East States |
Take a look at Sacrete concrete web site.
What you need to do is several steps to ensure it adheres properly, and does not crack. You need to clean the old concrete with acid. You may need to use a special primer, then you need to use a specific type of concrete that is designed for applications less than two inches thick, and over old concrete. Rich |
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