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Hello! I would like to give you the warmest welcome to my blog. My name is Pete and last year, I decided to carry out some home improvements. Somewhat foolishly, I decided to try and carry out the work myself. As you can imagine, it was a bit of a disaster as I do not have many skills. Thankfully, I have a friend who works in the construction and contracting service. He called in some of his friends who were able to come in and fix up the mess I had made. I am really pleased with the results so I thought I would write about it here.

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Concrete Construction: How to Plan for Your Commercial Kerbing Work

by Regina Barnett

If you are interested in building a new kerb on your commercial property, you should think about using concrete. Concrete is an ideal material for construction because of its strength. The intrinsic stability and mechanical resilience of the material will ensure that the kerbing will provide long-term service. Also, concrete is the economical choice for large commercial projects, particularly in comparison to natural stones. In addition, there are multiple decorative options available for concrete kerbs, including dyeing and texturing. If you decide to build concrete kerbing, consider the planning guidelines below for ideal success.

Design the Right Kerbing

Concrete kerbs are not complicated. However, you should not improvise during the construction process. It is important to decide on the design of the structure and discuss the details with your contractor. In general, there are three types of concrete kerbs suited for commercial property: barrier, mountable and decorative. Barrier kerbs are designed and built to act as blockades for vehicles. These are installed along driveways and parking lots, and they prevent vehicles from driving on turf or pedestrian paths. Mountable kerbs are also used as boundary markers, but they have a reduced height, allowing vehicles to drive over them when needed. Decorative concrete kerbing is only intended to enhance the aesthetics of the commercial property.

Check Planning Requirements

When planning to build a concrete kerb on your property, you should check on the planning requirements in the local area. Most significant construction processes will need to be approved before the work can begin. If you ignore the legal requirements, you might be subjected to costly penalties. Therefore, you should check on the local rules regarding kerbing construction. If the work will be extensive, you might need a permit before beginning. For instance, a permit might be needed when building the kerbing alongside a driveway or parking lot. You can save time on managing the legal issues by consulting your experienced concrete contractor.

Purchase Your Supplies

Finally, it is advisable to purchase your concrete kerbing building supplies in time. This planning process is crucial for avoiding delays once the construction work begins. In addition, you are less likely to overlook important items if you shop in time. When purchasing your supplies, compare the different concrete mix options on the market. Make sure that your choice will be able to withstand the stress of the outdoor commercial environment. It is also advisable to think about the decorative goals and acquire appropriate supplies. Modifying the concrete kerbing in the future will be more expensive. 

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