ReplacingDrivewaysandDrivewayBridges

1. Replacing Driveways and Driveway Bridges

2. Older Driveways Lack Reinforcement Most older driveways lack any rebar, and as a consequence they shift over time due to soil movement and drainage driveways we remove some of the existing soil and install compacted base material that will settle less and also drain better. Then we install ½” rebar at 12” spacing to provide a substantial reinforcing . issues. For new

3. Stamped and Colored Concrete Can Provide Multiple Looks A variety of finishes can be created using textures mats. Color or multiple colors can be added as well to create a special look. Sometimes we will start with a base color in the concrete mix, and then add a second powdered color during the stamping, highlighting the surface, particularly with stone textures

4. Driveway Drainage is a Crucial Consideration Downspouts adjacent to the front of the house are often routed under the driveway to their exit point. When driveways slope towards the garage a channel drain is usually installed to keep water out of the building. Once the plywood is installed on top of the framing, a bituthene membrane is installed, along with waterproofing.

5. Drilled Piers Are Often Required On downslope properties in the hills the driveway will often function as a bridge as well, since it spans between the street and the house over a sloping hill.Because they are installed on a slope, new foundations for driveway bridges often require reinforced concrete piers as part of the construction.

6. The Finished Product This driveway bridge along with a new front entry was completed with stamped concrete and wood railings as the finished product. By combining modern engineering practices and proper waterproofing reconstruction as part of the

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