I've been a concrete finisher for 15 years and that's the first time I seen some one edge with a margin trowel, no joke lol . Crafty work man

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

Always something new to learn! A guy I used to work with came up with that, it works so good when you have a thin layer, and can’t get the edge trowel low enough

@paulcarruthers2431

Жыл бұрын

We both know the only real way to put it right is to dig it all up but it's still not a bad repair . At least it looks tidy.

@jimevans1112

Жыл бұрын

Derek, do you need to bush the parent concrete first?

@actionhiro4222

Жыл бұрын

​@@paulcarruthers2431 I have to do a similar job in a warehouse. I told the client I prefer to saw cut and remove the concrete if possible. I test drill the existing concrete to measure thickness. It's was over 14" thick ( my drill bit Max depth is 14"). The only cost effective way to do the job is to remove an inch or so of concrete and resurface the area. The Terrafuse product will chemically bond to the existing concrete.

@redneckoriental

Жыл бұрын

@@actionhiro4222 Sorry to say, you can't make a chemical bond to existing concrete. It will be a secondary / mechanical bond, but if you prep well for good adhesion, the bond will bs strong.

This video is awesome, it just shows the procedure without talking about what his grandpa used to do or other crazy talk.

@sammybully918

2 жыл бұрын

lol fuk I know who ur talking about

@brandonbell6171

2 жыл бұрын

He's drunk

That's not a piece of cake...knowing what to do from the get go, skill, a helping hand and fast forward video makes it look like "something I could do".

What a talent!Would love to find someone like you around here.

I never get tired of watching this dude ATTACK his projects!! Outstanding!!

@azeemali7102

9 ай бұрын

Likewise, I doubt I could replicate what he's doing even with practice...plus not that flexible...lol

@robertlam-qd1xb

4 ай бұрын

Real curious how longbthis lasts?

The work looks extremely impressive.

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Looks really good. I know similar products are garbage . But with advancements in concrete and epoxy I hope this is a good product . Well done trowl work.

This guy is an artist. And the guy making the mix, just as awesome. Well done, guys!

@RandomFandom1

Жыл бұрын

This guy is a loser hack that does brake light warranties. 🤣

That's so awesome. It looks like it's a freshly poured slab of concrete. Nice work. So satisfying to watch.

@bossygamingofficial

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah it was awesome job .... 👍🏻

@zztop8592

Жыл бұрын

But, how long will it last?

@matthewimi

Жыл бұрын

@@zztop8592 5-10 yrs?

Impressive! Nicely done!

I love the colour of the cement. It reminds me of when I bought some cement.

You really make this look easy but I know it is a lot of work

Whatever they are paying this guy... double it. Fantastic!

I’m so surprised you didn’t need to do any preparation to ensure the old concrete binds with the new, thin layer. I trust, I know what’s best. Thank you for sharing. 🥀

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

We did do preparation, the entire surface was diamond ground.

@gordo2505

2 жыл бұрын

@@TerrafuseInc Ok, but why did you not wet down the dry slab initially before topping? I see water only being used mid way through at 3:32. Why no boning agent? Thx

@E-Kat

2 жыл бұрын

@@TerrafuseInc oh, I’m so sorry! Thank you for letting me know. The video was so good to watch. Thank you again. 🥀

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

:)

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

wetting the slab helps to extend working time, eliminate air bubbles, and making working with the material easier, but it is not required. When we do thicker, drier installs, just as a building layer, we don't always use water, unless it is hot, windy, or the concrete is very thirsty. Wetting the surface does not have to be done, but it is recommended, especially for thinner installs. Primers/bonding agents are not required, as this is not a polymer modified product, and does not need to be 'glued' to the surface. The chemistry of this material will bond directly to the existing concrete, chemically and mechanically. Thanks

I've seen it before- thin layers like that crack and peel away after just several years

@oldaxehead655

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, but what's the alternative? It's cheap, DIY friendly, and home depot has a cheaper version in stock all the time.

@matts.8342

3 жыл бұрын

I'm guessing since it's a 2 part mixture that it has some sort of epoxy like properties. Even if you only get a few years out of it, it sure beats replacing the entire slab. Maybe it gives you a chance to save up for a replacement?

@mablenay

3 жыл бұрын

I've seen companies sell this to homeowners without telling them what to expect. Homeowner spends $3000 to have unsightly cracked driveway paved over this way...only to have a cracked, peeling, even more unsightly driveway 5 years later. Not worth the time money and effort put into it

@BlakeSuperior_Beats

3 жыл бұрын

Seems like the thing you do to make it look nice before you flip the property and it becomes the next guy’s problem…

@JIMMYJREVIEWS_thaiM-A-F-I-A

3 жыл бұрын

@@mablenay ya... I had this done last by 2 different companies. The real difference between them was one guy really did a good job and High pressure washed and cleaned the surface and the other one did not... when this stuff starts to flake off it comes off in sheets if the ground wasn’t prepared/cleaned correctly..

Do it right the first time and this method is not needed. You got some good cement skills ,finishers are hard to find these days.

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, thank you 👍

The guy spreading the cement is doing such a excellent job that it almost looks like he's spreading frosting on a cake 🎂.

@greenearthblueskies8556

3 жыл бұрын

Yum 😋

@Animalwon

2 жыл бұрын

I've done concrete work at home and I let my wife do this because she is excellent at spreading icing - and SHE said it is the same (technique) but this concrete is a little stiffer than icing, but it spreads as easy. The hard part for me is leaving it alone after spreading it because I would want to keep going over areas i had already done till i got it ALL just as smooth.

Resurfacing concrete driveway with epoxycrete is the way to do. It can last at least 20 years provided the driveway foundation is solid n no underlying condition.

@halconsalvaje

2 жыл бұрын

Epoxy crete is that a mix of epoxy and concrete?

Nice work I need to do my backyard you just gave me an idea 💡

Looks amazing! Beautiful work.

I did this to a sidewalk and 5 years later still looks fine.

@salvatore2055

9 ай бұрын

Cars driving over it?

@racerfastbears2301

9 ай бұрын

@@salvatore2055 No bro> it's just a side(walk)

Very nice work. I would say that is virtually impossible to find a contractor capable of this skill level and the diligence to perform such exacting handiwork for a customer.

@bobcat8439

2 жыл бұрын

He's no big deal that repair is going to fail

@KpxUrz5745

2 жыл бұрын

@@bobcat8439 You're probably right. I have had so many hired contractors make so many mistakes that I no longer trust any of them. The typical homeowner is left just paying for disaster after disaster, including the new ones just created by the last contractor.

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

We have lots of after videos of the work we post. Not everyone is out to screw people over guys.

@cryptoinside8814

2 жыл бұрын

@@KpxUrz5745 So true. Surprised there is no one decent out there. Even 5-star rating Yelp contractors are crap ☹️

@owenshortr

Жыл бұрын

@@TerrafuseInc do you know anyone in Oklahoma City that might do this for me?

Wish you guy could do my steps like that great work

I've been following you for years, I've applied techniques that I've learned from you... always GREAT QUALITY WORK!!

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

That's great to hear! Thank you!

I really need to do this to my back patio. Beats pouring $7k of cement, but this is a beautiful repair. I hope I can just make it look decent.

@TommyGunz327

10 ай бұрын

Not trying to discourage you but a lot of these products are very quick setting so you have to work FAST. I poured a 3 foot curb last week just to patch a missing piece and the rapid set cement was hard in less than 15 minutes.

These Guys Did a Really Nice Job .

You make it look so easy!

What is making this stick to the old concrete? How long will this last? Does it crack when it freezes?

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

It’s a chemical and mechanical bond formed with the existing concrete substrate. It won’t crack when it freezes, and it lasts at about 1/8” of wear, every 10-15 years, depending on where it’s installed.

@kylecash6697

2 жыл бұрын

@@TerrafuseInc thank you for the heads up!!!

The guy with the trowel is a forking pro! Nice job well done

Hi the job is impressive ..is this product ok for cold region?

Excellent job!

Won't it just crack again if you don't address the underlying problem?

@TerrafuseInc

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, but we did address the crack using this method: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oWmJu86Dna7Ocag.html The slabs were vey old, and the ground hasn't settled any further in years. You can never guarantee cracks won't return, but there are systems to mitigate them.

@jennyanimal9046

3 жыл бұрын

What would be the underlying problem. I'm having cracking issues on my garage floor.

@matts.8342

3 жыл бұрын

@@jennyanimal9046 I am not a concrete expert, but have done some research on the subject since I too have a cracked garage floor. It's likely due to the ground underneath not being prepared properly for the concrete. It's settling and the concrete has nothing holding it up so it cracks. Or, it's also possible that you have a drainage issue and water collects and moves under your garage floor, causing the soil underneath to move.

@jennyanimal9046

3 жыл бұрын

@@matts.8342 well crap. Both of those things sound horrible. House was built in 1965. I have 8 french drains in the back yard and side of house. I'm selling the house by years end. The garage had cracking in it when I bought it 5 years ago but has gotten worse this last year. I guess a home inspection is due as I did not get one when I bought. The only reason why I didnt get one on this house is because I did 2 home inspections on potential homes that didn't pan out because of major issues ,so I ended up backing out. I'm a little nervous .🤔😏😐

@matts.8342

3 жыл бұрын

@@jennyanimal9046 Hmm... one would think any settling would be more than done with in a 50+ year old home. Mine has a few deep cracks and some pretty bad pitting, but it hasn't gotten worse since we moved in. It was built in 1960.I feel like this Terrafuse product would probably work for me, maybe with some foam underneath the slab to fill any gaps underneath to help keep it rigid.

If that area looked the same for a year or 2 without any more noticeable settling, this could be a great long term fix. If the owner noticed more and more settling "prefix", then the cracks will come back.

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/c41hz8p_hrunc9Y.html

@ev6558

Жыл бұрын

​@@TerrafuseInc Meaningless if we can't see the before AND after. Show us how this job looks now, a year later. This is a band-aid, that's why you sell it on Amazon instead of through construction suppliers.

@TerrafuseInc

Жыл бұрын

@@ev6558 TF Structural 6 years after installation kzread.info/dash/bejne/c41hz8p_hrunc9Y.html Go to 2:30, we do have the after video. It is also sold direct, and through construction supply locations. It’s on Amazon for people that need small repairs and don’t want to pay a fortune for shipping. You should do some research before spouting off useless comments to everyone. I never can understand why people come on here and act like they know everything, when they are just 100% wrong.

Great skill and craftsmanship! Good job!!👍

Encouraged this is possible at all. My driveway has multiple cracks and I thought I was faced with a complete tearout and re-pour. Can this process withstand summer heat of occasional 100°+ heat? Is there a contraction-shrinkage factor? Skilled workers like you guys are very hard to come by here in Southern Oregon.

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it can handle that type of heat. Sometimes, with multiple cracks, driveways may be too far gone to be restored, but if you email me some pictures, I can help determine if you can restore yours successfully. Mike@terrafuse.com thanks

Looks great 👍 Love to see an update bad or good.

@TerrafuseInc

3 жыл бұрын

The job in this video isn't quite a year old yet, so I haven't taken any after footage, but the videos below show some after videos of other jobs we have done. kzread.info/dash/bejne/m6l_m8GRp8iue6Q.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/X4Z1pbt8fK7XcZc.html

Awesome job! Amazing skill and talented. How does this morter hold up over the years? Does it have chances of chipping away and breaking apart? I always wondered this about levelers like self leveling product

@TerrafuseInc

3 жыл бұрын

It holds up amazing. Please see our channel for some videos we made after some years of service 👍

@bobcat8439

2 жыл бұрын

I worked concrete with the best what he's doing isn't going to last

@dougtrumble

Жыл бұрын

@@TerrafuseInc what is the name of the product?

@KyAl2

Жыл бұрын

@@bobcat8439 Why not?

@Ihtiandr13

Жыл бұрын

@@KyAl2 read his comment again. He is the 'best' 😅

I don't know what you guys charge, but that's work to be proud of.

Beautiful

Wow, looks easier on fast speed.

Great job and I liked the music too. How did you repair the big crack? We have some big cracks on our concrete driveway, but I don't think any are as bad as the one in the video-thumbnail. Maybe we can still save our driveway that to my knowledge was built in 1984 I never worked with concrete other than taking turns with my brothers when we were young boys stirring the concrete mix for our Father. I was told that I need to start by power-scrubbing wash our driveway - kind of like when I worked the midnight shift at Delchamps Grocery when we stripped and wax the floor. I will try to post a video of our driveway. I am the first and last line of "Chief Amateur in Charge" of home projects until we must call for professionals.

@brandonbell6171

2 жыл бұрын

Dumb ass elevator music

@erikkopsala3564

2 жыл бұрын

I'd bet the reason that driveway has wide cracks is because no reinforced steel mesh was used in the "middle" of stab thickness to lock it all in. Have watched many driveways poured mostly no mesh or steel mesh lying on the ground where it will rust away from salts causing expansion then cracking.

@user-ty2uz4gb7v

Жыл бұрын

@@erikkopsala3564 it could be clay soil causing settling and or tree roots

Amazing work !

The fix looks great! Although I was wondering since the slab and top coat are separate, wouldn't the newer thinner area be prone to breaking under the weight of cars?

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

No, it will not break under cars, this is what it is designed for!

@jimmychow4917

2 жыл бұрын

This job is good for indoor only not for driveway. The PSI is too low. It will crack after a year. It is waste of time sorry to say that.

@chustad1

2 жыл бұрын

Definitely won’t get away with that in cold climate. First winter. Done

@robertjohnson3445

2 жыл бұрын

Jimmy is right, even I don't suggest you do indoor

@cooldog60

2 жыл бұрын

@@jimmychow4917 It will hold up!

This is what was thinking of doing on my driveway also.. too expensive to have it removed for a whole new one... sometimes you have to go with DIY...

So what was that that you laid down first was that just regular cement or was that just a thicker mix of the stuff to level it out

@TerrafuseInc

3 жыл бұрын

It is all the same product, TF Structural. Just mixed with different consistencies. 😎

can this thin layer of concrete stand on the winter in CANADA that is 20 degrees celsius below ? without cracks, flaking, unbounded ?

Awesome job!

That’s some serious skill

Great video, I have problem with some parts of our drive where isn't level, what type of cement can be use to level?

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

Our product is called TF Structural

I lile this. But, was what caused the sinking in the first place addressed?

Great Job!! You're Hired!! :)

An artist, indeed

ABSOLUTELY A TOP NOTCH PROFESSIONAL THERE.

@TerrafuseInc

5 ай бұрын

Thanks!!!

what type of concrete mix you using?

Wow, nice improvement

@TerrafuseInc

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Hey, do you know your music sounds just like the beginning intro to “The King Will Come” by Wishbone Ash? Oh, good job on the video too LOL

@trojan6530

2 жыл бұрын

@B M Most definitely!!👍

You can always tell when someone knows what they're doing. It's getting harder and harder to find.

@ttunderbridge5762

3 жыл бұрын

not harder to find. people just dont want to pay for the work. they'd rather hire the guy who bid 20% lower without comparing itemized estimates, or questioning why he is so much lower.

@darkpassenger65

3 жыл бұрын

@@ttunderbridge5762 Very good point.

@rubendelia7014

2 жыл бұрын

They are broom finishing it to wet ..should let it a dry a bit

@RandomShart

2 жыл бұрын

@@ttunderbridge5762 I often find the opposite to be true when it comes to estimates, where the guys asking the highest prices will refuse to give details. Usually the best are reasonably priced, once you rule out the cowboys with the extra low prices and the con men with the extra high prices.

@ttunderbridge5762

2 жыл бұрын

@@RandomShart sure. i've seen the same thing. Usually, for me at least, it turns out to be the lower priced ones who either refuse to, or cannot give an itemized estimate. there have been several instances where the client called ME back after a few months to either finish or tearout and redo the work of these people who give lower estimates. but, yes, ive seen your scenario over the last twenty years or so.

Seems to be out of stock everywhere. Do you know where this product can be purchased? And other products you recommend? Thank you

@TerrafuseInc

Жыл бұрын

Amazon is completely backlogged. You can call direct for bigger orders. 1-403-243-3000. Thanks

You people are incredible.

Aren't you supposed to grind the cracks out, clean, acid etch and neutralize, then dampen before spreading the patch you put on top? What you did looks good but will it last?

@TerrafuseInc

3 жыл бұрын

We did clean all the cracks out with a jack hammer. All the loose concrete was removed, and the substrate was diamond ground before applying this system. You need to have clean, sound concrete to go over, or the restoration will not last. It will last yes, but you can never guarantee cracks will not return. This system gives you the best chance of mitigating the cracks, but there are so many environmental factors, you can't be certain. Check out this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/X4Z1pbt8fK7XcZc.html

@gordo1230

3 жыл бұрын

The house probably went up for sale shortly after that work!

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

No, it didn't, but the neighbors did... kzread.info/dash/bejne/c41hz8p_hrunc9Y.html

@jaithevegan

2 жыл бұрын

@@TerrafuseInc I’m so glad to see this, one contractor quoted me 13k to redo my garage and driveway when I need repair 👍🏽

@aaron-dm2bw

2 жыл бұрын

Dumb question from a desk jockey aka me - what would occur to not make it last? Ground shifts, resetting, etc?

I feel like this video is a glimpse into an alternate universe, one where I chose to work in construction and lay concrete, instead of what I do now. Fascinating.

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

Go for it!

@jnetwork7159

2 жыл бұрын

I left my corporate job to work in construction. Ended up with a plumbing ticket & after a while started buying real estate. Saved lots of money on repairs doing it properly myself. I say go for it

Looks nice, but what climate? With the freeze thaw where I live that’ll be popped in 2 years tops.

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

It was installed in Canada. It doesn’t pop off.

@Gforu81

2 жыл бұрын

I need to resurface a driveway but no one will do the work cuz they say it doesn't last. In North Idaho where there is a lot of freeze, etc. Who cares? Most of us do not have a 7 to 10,000 dollars to spend on re placing their whole driveway if it lasts 2 to 3 years that's fine with me. I wish more people would do this work.

This is awesome, just one question. Arent you supoised to wet the surface before? Or put glue?

It's absolutely unbelievable how many trolls are leaving negative comments. Being myself a Mason, I know how much work that was. I'm 100% impressed. Also, I know homeowners. I guarantee they were told it would only get them a handful of years before possibly starting to scale. I also guarantee they didn't care. People are cheap. Great job guys. Hats off to you for running like a well oiled machine together. Very impressive

@kungfooey6571

2 жыл бұрын

Truth = Trolls?

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks :-)

@LABoyko

Жыл бұрын

Hating for the sake of hating w/o being able to back up the hate w/ evidence = trolls.

@simpleagain1

Жыл бұрын

@@LABoyko- trolls get a bad rap. A lot of em are straight up comedians. They write some funny funny stuff. People shouldn’t take themselves so seriously and be more willing to laugh at themselves a little more with good natured teasing

@USMCCombatVet4TastyCrayons

Жыл бұрын

By the way, this isn't a video about contractors or masonry work. This is an ADVERTISEMENT for the product being used. Look at the description. This is all a plug for a product being sold on Amazon. That means people have even MORE reason to be critical and to challenge what is being shown. Showing a product like this at this stage means nothing. They should go back NOW (18 months later) and show how this had held up. Again, sack up or shut up (and, now, I will add - use that rotting Grey matter you call a brain to think a bit more critically before you cry again, civilian. How dare you tell the people that MIGHT be those homeowners you disrespected by calling "cheap" that they are trolls for being skeptical of a product being pushed on Amazon)

Do you think he has done one of these jobs before or is this his first time?

Is it there any way to pour a layer of concrete in top of a compacted milling 4" tick 40' x 40' area? To used as a patio area (No car traffic)

@TerrafuseInc

3 жыл бұрын

You would have to speak with a concrete contractor. We deal with restoring existing concrete. Thanks

I would’ve scored some lines in the concrete to help secure it more. I know it’s a temporary fix but it came out looking good.

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

It’s not temporary, and doesn’t require that. It chemically bonds to concrete. kzread.info/dash/bejne/c41hz8p_hrunc9Y.html

@masorcas1000

2 жыл бұрын

@@TerrafuseInc honeslty no matter how good this fix is and the material is for sure is temporary. You’re saying this will last 5 plus years without cracking worse than the original concrete?i bet it works perfect for areas without car traffic like walkways and backyard pads

WOW, question? What didn't you use a Bonding Agent. That skim coat will crack and peel away from he original? It look's good, it wont last, you might get away with it if the home owner dos not live in very cold temps. I see SNOW, O well, please give an up after WINTER with video.

@BuilderMega

3 жыл бұрын

Would of been better with and epoxy resin and bonding agent this is gsrbage

@smackflack5771

3 жыл бұрын

The product probably has a bonding adhesive agent in it

@TerrafuseInc

3 жыл бұрын

Our product does not need a bonding agent to 'glue' it to the surface. It chemically reacts with, and bonds directly to concrete. It will not peel away, and it will last, its best if you don't throw out random guesses in the comments section. This product was designed, and used extensively in Canada, winter is not a concern. kzread.info/dash/bejne/X4Z1pbt8fK7XcZc.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/m6l_m8GRp8iue6Q.html

@TerrafuseInc

3 жыл бұрын

That doesn't make any sense. Epoxy is not UV stable, why would you put that outside? Why are you saying this product is garbage? Where have you installed it before?

@harryl8234

3 жыл бұрын

@@TerrafuseInc UV stable is the key word. Might be over kill, but pressure washing and etching the concrete surface will helping bonding.

Класс, тоже предстоит делать что-то похожее, интересно было посмотреть на технику выполнения )

Did you use a bonding agent on the original surface? After winter it will all split into chips and flakes. How is it holding up from ~3 years ago?

The comments doubting how this “mortar” will hold up are not aware of the incredible strength these polymer modified overlays and levaler’s have. Tiny splatters on glass will dull a razor blade before coming off. The biggest challenge is working fast due to the rapid set time. These products are expensive because they work.

@TommyGunz327

10 ай бұрын

Exactly. Some of these fast setting products do have a retardant that will allow a little more time to work with too.

I'd love to see how this has held up. My concern is your brought the level of the driveway flush to the garage. That's never a good idea in snow states. You're going to either rot your garage door or have a run in of melted snow everytime you open the door. However, in mild climates, I'd love to see how long it lasts under the pressure of cars and trucks. The quality of layout is impressive though 👍🏻

@kingssing

2 жыл бұрын

The drive settled about an inch so he just btoughr it back up but driveway is sloped away from house

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

The slope is away from the garage, water will not flow into the garage. There is a video on our channel showing exactly how this holds up, check it out! :)

@danieljensen1758

2 жыл бұрын

Where are these guys.

@stephenharrell6170

Жыл бұрын

This material works the same as applying R Dex and other concrete renewal products. I've done this before and I used to add some sand mix in to match the other concrete. It darkens it up. It seemed to work good when mixed with the acrylic fortifier . I don't know what the long term results were because I no longer work in the concrete business.

@rgloria40

Жыл бұрын

I would also like to see a follow up and I wonder if they hire a pro to pressure wash the entire driveway.

That’s some trowel work right there. Fantastic job guys.

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

Great work, any idea what caused the original failure

@TerrafuseInc

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks :) It appears there was a lot of ground settling in this older neighborhood, multiple houses had the same issue with their driveways.

@urnothing4234

3 жыл бұрын

Most likely water saturation into joints... otherwise poor ground compaction before pouring concrete (for whatever reason cheep labor’s tend to think Top of Driveway needs less compaction) there is a technique to drill or place 1/4 inch X 18” rebar into side of Garage Floor at 6” from each end, to 12” on center prior to pouring to bind the “marriage” of Garage floor to New pour and even into original because, wire mesh or fiber mesh in concrete doesn’t always connect driveway to Garage Floor.

They must be seeking the house soon. Put a few bandaids and cover up. Cracks are not gone. It will open right back up. Looks great though. Skills for sure!

OUT _UCKING STANDING !! GREAT JOB AND I MEAN GREAT ! Thanks for allowing the world to see your job ! Most quotes would be to rip it out n lay new cement! john

@TerrafuseInc

5 ай бұрын

Wow, thanks!!!

Looks like a good product, problem is by not tearing out and fixing the issue under the concrete this will continue to happen. The foundation was backfilled with dirt rather then a compactible material.

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

I agree for newer situations or construction, but this driveway settled to this point, and has remained like this for about 15 years. You definitely have to be sure the ground is stabilized underneath your repair, or it will continue to happen.

looks amazing, wish I could get you guys to come do mine lol

There are too many choicis of concrete at Home depot. Which one you use or recommend for resurfacing. Thank you.

Looks good, but this is just going to crack in about a year

@TerrafuseInc

3 жыл бұрын

What else does your crystal ball tell you?

@jimmyb1356

2 жыл бұрын

@@TerrafuseInc it tells me not to hire idiots that fill in expansion joints.

@Meteor-rj6oq

2 жыл бұрын

@@jimmyb1356 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣. These guys are the high school drop outs that figured out a way to rip people off and make money without doing actual work

@jimmyb1356

2 жыл бұрын

@@Meteor-rj6oq it’s the old saying…never mess with another mans scam

Two weeks later, they called professionals.

What is the red material that you used to cover the cracks?

@TerrafuseInc

3 жыл бұрын

The mesh is a stucco repair mesh that you can find on amazon or home depot, and the repair mortar is TF Structural

Great technique.Big Job and a lot of work?

The existing concrete should’ve been etched and dampened first and the patch mortar should’ve been scrubbed in good as he was going. This ensures an optimal bond .

@Kanoee64

2 жыл бұрын

@@jefflavere3263 I would 1st power wash the concrete, and then rinse it with vinegar water.

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

That is if you are using polymer modified portland cement, which this isn't. You don't require bonding agents, or scrub coats, as you aren't 'gluing' this material to the existing concrete. It chemically bonds to concrete substrates. The concrete was prepped with a diamond grinder.

@jasonbeck8628

2 жыл бұрын

Either way this process never works. Always cracks and falls apart. Better off to just pour new concrete

@TommyGunz327

10 ай бұрын

@@jasonbeck8628 100% false.

Ahh if you have a gravel driveway.. you never have to fix the cracks.. just saying.

@movewithmarcy1574

3 жыл бұрын

But you have lower home value just saying

@stephen2738

3 жыл бұрын

@@movewithmarcy1574 that's not true.

@movewithmarcy1574

3 жыл бұрын

@@stephen2738 how is my statement not true? I’m a realtor and here is California if you add a nice concrete driveway it adds about 10% of your current home value compared to gravel, not saying gravel doesn’t add home value but just not as much as concrete. If your looking for a quick sell I suggest gravel but if it’s your longtime property, concrete is always better if installation is done correctly

@stephen2738

3 жыл бұрын

So my house is worth 1.7 million with a Blue stone gravel driveway . So if I add a $25,000 driveway it will get me an extra $170,000 bucks? Sign me up let's start flipping houses.

The first couple of expansion joints and control joints got buried under inch or so of "material" after that, that started getting edged.either way, I give it 6 or 8 months and whats next? When repairs are quick and easy, so is fail ratio.

@kamthornhill1109

2 жыл бұрын

i saw that also

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

The repairs were not quick and easy, that was a 2 day project. Here it is after a year kzread.info/dash/bejne/c41hz8p_hrunc9Y.html (2:37), so you are wrong so far. We also saw cut those expansion joints back into the slab.

@markcrawford8876

2 жыл бұрын

@@TerrafuseInc Saw cuts are control joints not expansion. So when it cracks, not if, crack will be on bottom. But, if its still showing nice after a year you've got my attention. I have a patio slab that is a prime candidate. Thanks

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/c41hz8p_hrunc9Y.html Go to 2:35 👍

Looks amazing, do to the thin layer how long before it cracks again

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/c41hz8p_hrunc9Y.html 2:36

Why is he filling in some of the expansion creases???

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

They get saw cut after. Easier than trying to tool it in while screeding.

Awesome skills, however, I would like to see an updated video on how it is holding to date.

@TerrafuseInc

Жыл бұрын

There are lots of those. Please view our channel

what about a bonding prep or just water to prevent the new concrete moisture being sucked up by the dry base, maybe leading to future failure? what does this job look like after a year?

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/c41hz8p_hrunc9Y.html You can see it around 2:30 in this video after 1 year. This product does not need a bonding agent or 'glue' to help it bond. We do add water before install, and it does help, but is not necessary. It is usually done with thinner applications, as you can see us doing in the video.

Awesome skills-good job

So is that a plastic mesh that you put on the concrete that fills the cracks or makes the cracks not get bigger

@TerrafuseInc

3 жыл бұрын

There are lots of systems out there, but if you search stucco mesh tape, you will find a lot of options. It is like taping drywall, when using a rigid material, you need something with tensile strength to bridge over the moving crack. This video gets into more detail about it: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oWmJu86Dna7Ocag.html

My driveway and patio have been painted. Am I correct in assuming I need to sandblast off all those layers of paint before I can do this?

@TerrafuseInc

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, you need to get back to clean, porous concrete. Thanks

@matts.8342

3 жыл бұрын

You may be able to use a pressure washer. Sandblasting an entire patio and driveway would be a nightmare!

Im curious how it will age. If even one section detaches from the old concrete, it will be an utter mess. How does expansion/contraction work on the two separate layers?

Wonder what this cost compared to doing it the right way and pouring a new slab. You are going to drive on this. Now that is 3 years old I would love to see how it is now! What ever the issue was that caused the damage to the driveway in the beginning was never fixed just covered up.

What product are you using on the concrete flooring ?

How does this product hold up in extreme heat (Mesa, AZ). We purchased a house where the owner had a coating put down that has mostly flaked away with the exception of the couple feet in front of the garage that gets a lot more shade.

@TerrafuseInc

2 жыл бұрын

No problem!

What would be a similar product that I could use in Australia ?? Anyone know ?

Wow! Yall worked yall azzes off. Good Job.

Great job, would that work in areas that freeze in winter?

@TerrafuseInc

5 ай бұрын

Yes, absolutely! It was designed and heavily used in Canada