Concrete Slabs
We Pour Quality Concrete Slabs Across Melbourne
Building your dream home? Or are you commissioning a commercial property to set up your business? New addition to the house, or perhaps a structure in the garden? Either way, you’ll need to start with an excellent foundation. Concrete slabs Melbourne is a durable and long-lasting choice that offers various other benefits.
At Galcon Contractors, we specialise in all types of concrete installation projects, including concrete slabs. Serving property owners in Melbourne, we can handle residential, commercial, and civil projects. We’re dedicated to delivering quality workmanship, no matter how big or small a job it is.
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Why Choose Us For Concrete Slab Installation
Not sure who to hire for your concrete slabs Melbourne installation? Here’s why Galcon Contractors is your best choice:
Local Expertise
Our team has been serving the Melbourne area for years, giving us extensive local expertise on the best concrete installation techniques for different projects.
Efficient Services
When you hire us for a job, we try to ensure that the job’s done as soon as possible. This includes planning the installation process, using specialised equipment, and bringing in an entire team of skilled professionals.
Free Quotes
Worried about surprise costs and hidden expenses? Rest assured that we conduct a complete assessment of the site to provide accurate free quotes.
Licensed and Insured Team
All members of our team undergo extensive training for proper concrete installation. We’re also licensed and insured as per Australian standards.
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Our Process For Robust Concrete Slab Construction in Melbourne
When you hire us to install your concrete slab, here’s what you can expect the process to look like.
Setting The Formwork
Once we’ve prepped the site, we set the formwork, which acts as the frame for your slab. We carefully set up concrete forms so they can withstand pressure, support equipment, and not leak. All joints need to be sealed, with no nails exposed. To ensure that the slab is installed on a flat surface, the site is cut using earthmoving machinery. After excavation, we make sure that the site is levelled before constructing formwork around the perimeter.
Install Slab Bedding and Reinforcement
We prepare the slab bedding to make sure that it sits on a form base and doesn’t start cracking. Depending on the soil conditions and local building codes, road base or crusher dust is used before compacting it firmly. We also install reinforcement to prevent the concrete from buckling and cracking when you place a load on top of the slab. That’s because it improves the concrete’s tensile strength, making it more durable.
Pour and Finish Concrete
We pour the concrete into the formwork and compact it to eliminate any air pockets. While pouring the concrete, we may add control joints to avoid cracking. Vibration is used to consolidate the concrete by dissipating air bubbles, making it denser and firmer. Then, the slab is finished as per current building standards.
Curing and Formwork Removal
During the curing process, water is applied to the slab so that it seals properly. 24 hours after pouring the concrete, we remove the formwork and clean up any other debris from the site.
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Advantages of Installing a Concrete Slab
Fire and Pest-Resistant
One of the major reasons to choose a concrete slab over a crawl space foundation is that concrete offers a high degree of fire resistance – an important feature when it comes to construction. During a fire, concrete slabs can slow down the spread of flames, giving occupants more time to evacuate. For this reason, concrete slabs are an excellent choice for residential and commercial applications where reducing fire hazard risks is necessary.
Dries Quickly
When you’re overseeing new construction, you’re on a tight schedule with pre-defined deadlines. In this situation, you want to keep downtime as low as possible. And if it’s time to build the foundation, the most efficient option is a concrete slab. Compared to other options, a concrete slab takes little time to install and dry. Thanks to the limited downtime, you can move forward with construction without facing delays.
Prevents Moisture-Related Damage
For the most part, concrete slabs are resistant to weathering and other environmental factors like pests. Because of this environmental resistance, concrete slabs are less vulnerable to moisture-related damage. This is especially true if you seal your concrete slab, since doing so can make it waterproof.
Little Maintenance Required
As long as your concrete slab is properly installed, you won’t have to worry about maintenance. Compared to foundations with crawl spaces, a concrete slab is fairly low maintenance, so the occasional sealing and regular cleaning is enough to keep it in good shape. Since it doesn’t corrode, rot, or degrade at the same rate as other materials, a concrete slab can retain its structural integrity.
Energy Efficient
Compared to other materials, concrete has a higher thermal mass, which contributes to its thermal stability. This feature saves energy and creates a better indoor environment for building occupants. It’s what allows concrete to regulate indoor temperatures, allowing lower utility bills and environmental impact.
Cost-Effective
Though the initial cost of a concrete slab is greater than that of some other materials, its durability and low maintenance nature result in cost savings over time. Plus, you’ll be paying less for repairs and replacements, making concrete slabs a cost-effective choice down the line. Another way concrete helps you save money is by speeding up construction timelines. That’s because slabs can be installed fairly quickly, particularly when using ready-mix or precast concrete.