Proper Base Preparation

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Ron emphasizes that what lies beneath the concrete significantly impacts its long-term performance. He instructs to always remove all organic materials, including topsoil and vegetation, from the excavated area. For a residential light traffic load like a sidewalk, about 4 inches of Class 5 base material over raw, non-organic soil is recommended. For heavier traffic loads such as a driveway, the base material depth should be increased to 6, 8, or even 12 inches, especially for areas with heavy vehicle traffic like semi-trucks.

Goal: Prepare a stable, non-organic base for the concrete.