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I am pouring a slab in front of my house. I also need 2 steps from the front door. Can you pour both at the same time, if yes, how?
Melissa, not impossible but sure adds a degree of difficulty. YOu did not indicate any sizes. The problem is the need to strip the stair forms while the concrete is still wet enough to finish, but set enough to not fall down or slump. This involves getting to the stair forms, getting them pulled and finished, and getting the rest of the slab finished at about the same time which will require more finishers. It is often just better to keep the stairs as a separate pour as they can be a handful all on their own.
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Dan Griffin
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I can answer almost all questions related to the total construction process. My expertise is in commercial construction, though I can field most any residential question. I have hands on experience in concrete, heavy equipment, masonry, all phases of carpentry, interior finishes, and I am fairly strong in mechanical and electrical.
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I have over 20 years experience as a commercial carpenter and commercial construction superintendent. I have another 20 years experience in facility management for a major school district.
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My favorite hobby for he past 12 years has been singing bass in a The OkChorale men's barbershop chorus and the Mature Moments quartet.
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I hold a Bachelor's degree in English and Math. I have completed many continuing education hours in the building trades. I hold a Master Carpenter card from the AGC, Associated General Contractors.
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