Concreting for ground level parks
Concrete is not only suitable, it is the material of choice for ground-level carparks in Adelaide. In comparison with alternative surfaces, like gravel and asphalt, concrete will benefit your carpark with unrivalled durability: just five inches of concrete achieves the same load-bearing volume as eight inches of asphalt.
Choose a premium, customised surface for your ground-level carpark
Concrete and asphalt require a similar duration for subgrade preparation and surface installation, but one problem with asphalt is that it’s a one size fits all material.
Where concrete blends can be tailored to the amount and type of traffic your carpark is expected to receive e.g. whether it will service heavy vehicles, or high traffic volumes, asphalt cannot be altered to make it more robust, each application will result the same brittle surface that is prone to deterioration and requires frequent, ongoing restoration; Adelaide roads are perpetually clogged with roadworks for this very reason!
The above usage factors influence the type and thickness of concrete you will need, and it can be tailored accordingly. Higher ratios of portland cement and fly ash to sand, will result in greater structural integrity, while a range of admixtures can be used to achieve optimal strength and resistance to hairline cracks. Concrete is also reinforced with steels and fibres, lending additional support.
Prompt curing time results in a half-century of optimum performance
The curing time of concrete is sometimes raised as a drawback, but more and more commercial and civil project managers are realising that a slightly longer setting time is justified by the premium strength and visual appeal of the finished product.
Where asphalt requires a day or two to set, a concrete carpark will only need 4-7 days curing time, and admixtures can be used to accelerate the process. In return for this short wait, you will be left with a superior carpark that will easily withstand fifty years of daily wear and tear, remaining safe and structurally sound throughout its lifespan.
Your concrete carpark will require very little maintenance—an occasional wash and reseal will ensure that it remains an attractive addition to a business or council building for decades to come.
Call on the professionals to install your concrete carpark
The knowledge underpinning construction of a quality concrete carpark comes from exhaustive training and many years of civil and commercial experience. Adelaide City Concreting is your trusted name in concrete carparks, possessing the knowledge and skill to select the finest concrete blend for your specifications and finish your carpark to exacting standards.
Installation of a durable, lasting concrete carpark requires premium materials and rigorous quality–assurance practices in the preparation, pouring and aftercare phases of a project. Be sure to select a reputable concreting business, who won’t take shortcuts. Adelaide City Concreting is synonymous with exceptional customer service and the team will go to any lengths to preserve their long-running reputation for first-class workmanship.
If you’d like to discuss your next civil or commercial carpark project, contact Vinnie today and arrange for your complimentary onsite consultation and quote.