Concrete is the unsung hero of residential construction. From driveways and sidewalks to patios and, most importantly, ...

Pre-cast concrete foundation systems are a new construction feature in homebuilding. Unlike a poured concrete foundation, which requires a separate pour for concrete footings and can mean weeks before ...

The art, science and profession of residential concrete is centuries old yet the farther we get from its origin, the more complex the industry around us tries to make it. Understanding the basics, the ...

Men’s Journal aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. You may never have considered the difference between concrete ...

Our interview with Kyle Tourjé of Alpha Structural Inc. on improving earthquake resilience when placing concrete.

Your patio may look like a geological fault line, but there's a budget-friendly fix that you can do all on your own — no ...

This poured concrete foundation is looking shabby. Believe it or not, it can be made gorgeous again with minimal effort and tools. (Tim Carter) Perspective by Tim Carter Q: Hey, Tim. I watched your ...

Editor’s note: This is the second of two parts. Part one appeared in the Jan. 6 edition of The Courant. In the early 2000s, when the concrete-crumbling pyrrhotite plague first showed up in homes in ...