Outfitting warehouses and company grounds with durable flooring and service roads will keep business operations on track. Before ready-mix concrete is placed, contractors must prepare the site. Pouring the material onto a durable base prevents shifting and other issues that impact its performance. To ensure you hire technicians who can perform the task correctly, here are a few key points about the site preparation process.

How Sites Are Prepared for Ready-Mix Concrete

Turf & Topsoil Are Removed

There are different layers under a ready-mix concrete surface. To access the soil base, technicians must remove grass, shrubs, and topsoil on the site. If there are structures on the land, you can either ask the contractors to remove the fixtures or call a demolition company for help.

Land Is Leveled

After the surface vegetation and topsoil are removed, technicians look for slopes and impressions in the ground. After excavating these areas, they’ll level the earth and compact it. This provides a solid surface to place a layer of aggregates. They’ll also grade the land to redirect water, which helps prevent moisture from settling under the installation.

Aggregates Are Placed Over the Base Layer

The kind of soil in the base layer determines what type of aggregate will be used and how much to apply on top. For instance, you might need a foot of fill if the soil underneath contains a lot of clay and the pavement has to handle the weight of heavy loads. Ready-mix concrete is typically poured over gravel, sand, or crushed stone.

If you’re working on a construction or agricultural project on the Big Island, reach out to the team at Sanford’s Service Center in Pahoa, HI. Since 1977, this company has been the go-to source for ready-mix concrete, aggregates, and high-quality building materials. Dedicated to customer service, they also provide heavy-equipment and material hauling. Call (808) 965-8144 to request a free estimate, or visit them online for product details.