by admin | Aug 20, 2025 | All, Concrete, Tidbits from the Top
Tidbits from the Top Concrete – Compressive Strength There are limitless options when it comes to how a concrete mix is designed. Economy Garages uses a mix strength above the International Residential Code, used in Minnesota, and the Uniform Dwelling...
by admin | Jul 22, 2025 | All, Concrete, Tidbits from the Top
Tidbits from the Top Block Openings If block is used under the walls for a garage, there are specific openings needed to fit garage doors and service doors. A service door requires a minimum block opening 2” larger than the door size. Example: a standard 36”...
by admin | Jul 8, 2025 | All, Concrete, Planning/Codes, Tidbits from the Top
Tidbits from the Top Anchor Bolt Requirements There is a rhyme and reason for the type and location of anchor bolts needed in a concrete floor. Okay… forget about the rhyme… I’ve got nothing. Anchor bolts are required to be ½” in diameter but are not...
by admin | Jun 10, 2025 | All, Concrete, Tidbits from the Top, Uncategorized
Tidbits from the Top Concrete Admixtures The four main ingredients of concrete are sand, aggregate, cement, and water. Mixing these together and allowing the process of hydration to occur will end up creating concrete but there are many products that can be...
by admin | Apr 29, 2025 | All, Concrete, Tidbits from the Top
Tidbits from the Top Block – Pros & Cons Installing block under garage walls is the best thing… or the worst thing, depending on who you ask. Block has its place. If the grade around the perimeter of the garage will be within 6” of wood siding or...
by admin | Mar 4, 2025 | All, Concrete, Tidbits from the Top
Tidbits from the Top Sealing Below-Grade Block If a concrete floor is placed at an elevation where any of the ground around it is within six inches of the floor surface or above it, block is the most common choice. If block must be used, the next consideration...
