Narrow concrete cracks — those measuring less than ¼-inch in width — are usually easy to handle. Start by preparing the concrete for the job.

Request at least three estimates from concrete contractors. Handle all sidewalk prep and clean up after repairs yourself. ... Most concrete repair materials cost under $100 including hand tools.

I have to make an unexpected repair to my poured concrete foundation. A water leak led me to remove drywall in my basement, and to my surprise, I discovered rows of holes 5/8-inch diameter in my ...

Q: My son’s house in Washington, D.C., is a bungalow and quite interesting-looking. Someone painted over the 8-by-6-foot concrete porch and four or five concrete steps, and made a mess of them ...

Repairing stamped concrete requires knowing what can be repaired and how to go about it. Case in point, there might be times that you will need the buffer AND muriatic acid to handle color repair.

Fixing a damaged concrete step is surprisingly easy. You probably have some of the necessary tools, so you will only need to buy, rent or borrow a few specialty tools. VIEW E-EDITION.

I was convinced the repair was made using a premixed concrete patching compound. These are commodity items found at any home center or hardware store. They come in small buckets.