Woree Concrete Driveways

Light drizzle is not always a problem, but heavy rain on fresh concrete can damage the surface, wash out the finish and weaken the top layer. In the wet season we watch forecasts closely in the days leading up to a pour and make a call early if storms look likely. If a downpour arrives unexpectedly, we cover the work as quickly as we can. Where rain is clearly on the way, we would rather reschedule than pour into it. We will keep you updated throughout, and a weather delay does not change the scope of the job we have agreed on.

Pool surrounds need grip when wet, a surface that is comfortable on bare feet and good drainage away from the pool. Exposed aggregate with a fine stone, a light broom finish or honed concrete can all work well, and lighter colours tend to stay cooler in the sun. Falls should take splash and rain away from both the pool and the house. Pool fencing rules in Queensland are strict, so the surround needs to work with your fence layout and gates. We suggest confirming fencing requirements with a pool safety certifier or Cairns Regional Council before the slab design is finalised.

We can come close, though a perfect colour match is hard to guarantee. Older concrete has weathered, faded and collected stains over the years, while new concrete starts out lighter and cleaner. Plain concrete usually blends in over time, and exposed aggregate can be matched reasonably well if the original stone blend is still available. Where a seamless look really matters, some owners choose to resurface or overlay the old section so the whole area finishes the same. We will be honest about what to expect, and can show you a sample before the pour so there are no surprises.

Reactive clay under parts of Cairns expands in the wet and contracts in the dry, and that seasonal movement can crack and shift a slab over the years. Ground conditions can vary from street to street, so we look at your site during the quote and check for signs such as cracked paths, soft spots or poor drainage. Good base preparation, the right thickness, reinforcement and well-placed control joints all help concrete cope with movement. If you have an engineer's report or soil test from when the house was built, it is worth having it handy when we quote.