While green construction practices are an excellent way to help the planet, they can also make construction more efficient and cost-effective. Concrete recycling is one such practice that has wide-reaching benefits. When dismantling old concrete structures, conventional methods used to… Read More
Using recycled aggregate for construction projects is touted as a great way to save on cost, get LEED points, and “go green,” but how does concrete recycling actually help the environment? As it turns out, recycling concrete and other construction… Read More
One of the best ways to reduce demolition and construction waste is through concrete recycling. Concrete is one of the most consumed materials today. For that reason, it can be found in just about every landfill in the country. By… Read More
Concrete is just about everywhere you look. It is a strong material that has a variety of applications in the world today. Concrete is often used for house foundations, sidewalks, commercial buildings, swimming pools, and so much more! Concrete has… Read More
Here at Reliable Contracting, we recycle several materials whenever we can. Using recycled materials is a great way to help the environment. Not only does it decrease the amount of waste discarded from construction projects but it also preserves… Read More
If you work with concrete, or are thinking about a career that involves working with concrete, then you have to know how to work quickly and precisely. Concrete can be a difficult material to work with, since you have… Read More
Hopefully the winter snows are behind us, but it’s good to know how to protect your concrete in case we get another surprise snowstorm. Taking the proper steps to care for your concrete now can ensure that it survives… Read More
It takes a special talent to work successfully with concrete in harsh winter weather. Pouring concrete in the winter is a delicate process; the cold temperatures can cause the concrete to freeze before it completely sets. Concrete also sets more… Read More
2014 is going to be another big year for Reliable Contracting. We already have a few projects in the works and are wrapping up on some older projects. With the FedEx project coming to a close, we want to… Read More
As the say, “The Devil is in the Details.” Even the largest construction projects and biggest commercial facilities are judged on those finishing touches: sidewalks, curbs, gutters, etc. This is why you should rely on Reliable Contracting for all of… Read More