Concrete work

Driveways, walkways, patios and garage floors, built for Edmonton winters.

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Quick answerConcrete in Edmonton has to survive freeze-thaw cycles and road salt. A driveway lasts when the base is prepared, the mix is right, joints are cut, and the surface is sealed and cared for. We explain each of these before you decide.

Built for our winters

What makes concrete last in Edmonton

Concrete does not fail because of one big mistake. It cracks, scales and flakes from a mix of small ones: a poor base, the wrong mix, no control joints, no sealing, and de-icing salt in the first winter.

So the work is mostly what you do not see: preparing and compacting the base, forming it properly, and cutting joints so cracking happens where it should.

What we build

Driveways, walkways, patios and garage floors

A driveway has to carry vehicles, so its thickness and base matter most. Walkways and patios are about the finish and the drainage. A garage floor needs a smooth, strong surface that can also take an epoxy coating later.

Finishes include a standard broom finish for grip, and decorative exposed aggregate or stamped finishes. We help you choose for the look and for how the surface will behave in winter.

Coating a garage floor? See epoxy flooring

What is and is not included

Where our work starts and stops

What we do

Driveways, walkways and patios
Garage and basement floors
Concrete preparation for coatings such as epoxy
Control joints, finishing and sealing

What is a separate job

Foundations and structural concrete, which need an engineer
Retaining walls and major grading
Plumbing, drainage and utility work

How it works

How a concrete job runs

Typical order. Weather and the site may change it.

Look at the site
Measure, check drainage and access, and ask how you will use it.
Check the City and utilities
Confirm permit needs with the City of Edmonton, and have buried utilities located before digging.
Excavate and prepare the base
Remove soil, build and compact the base, and set the forms.
Pour and finish
Place the concrete, finish the surface and cut the joints.
Cure and seal
Protect the concrete while it cures, then seal it when the timing is right.

Reviews

What customers say about renovations

These are general reviews of our work from our Google profile, shown as written.

63 of the 69 ratings on Google are five stars. 4 of the 6 reviews below include photos of the finished work, posted on Google by the customers themselves.

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Renovations

★★★★★

We had a great experience with pulkit homes ltd.to do renovations for our new house. They did an amazing job in painting the whole house and adding a new bed room in our basement. They were so honest,reliable ,clean and kind.

4 photos on Google

Rawaa Z. (Google review)

Renovations

★★★★★

Pulkit homes is best renovation company in Edmonton.Excellent work. Attention to all details.Finished renovation is beautiful. Would recommend company to anyone.

3 photos on Google

Elain S. (Google review)

Renovations

★★★★★

We hired Pulkit to complete a small reno providing material and labor to replace flooring, install new doors and casings, install new baseboards, replace kitchen back splash, install new vanity and plumbing in 1/2 bath and paint including ceilings. He offered good perspective when choosing our colors and styles, and supplied materials at a very resonable price. His crew are hard working, very friendly and willing to change on the go or replace something not to our liking. The painters were exceptional…..very happy with the end result and the price. Pulkit is very reponsive to phone calls, showing up to site if needed, pleasant to work with and true to his word. I would recommend him for reno’s and painting.

Robert C. (Google review)

Renovations

★★★★★

I took the services of Pulkit Homes for some renovation work for my rental property in Edmonton, the service provided is great! i am based in Toronto and all the conmunication was done on phone, final results was amazing, confirmed by my realtor

Azeem K. (Google review)

★★★★★

Pulkit homes- Paul was amazing to deal with. Very good at communicating and the job was done right on time. Highly recommend

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Adam P. (Google review)

★★★★★

Pulkit homes was fantastic! From meeting Paul getting our quote to the fantastic painting results. It’s like we have a new home. Work was done on time and so professionally. Highly recommend

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Questions

Concrete work questions, answered

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Why does concrete crack so much here?

Edmonton's freeze-thaw cycles and road salt are hard on concrete. Good preparation, the right mix, control joints and sealing make a big difference. Some hairline cracking is normal, and control joints are cut so it happens in straight lines.

Can you pour concrete in winter?

Concrete has to be protected from freezing while it cures, and a cold-weather pour needs extra care. We will tell you honestly if a job should wait for spring.

Does a new driveway need a permit?

Often, yes, especially for a new or widened driveway or a curb crossing. The City of Edmonton decides, so check before work starts. We flag it when we quote. Buried utilities should also be located before any digging.

How long before I can drive on it?

Concrete takes days to reach driving strength and weeks to cure fully. We tell you the timing for your job, and it is best to keep heavy loads off until then.

Should I seal the concrete?

Sealing helps protect against moisture and salt. We explain when to seal and how often.

Can I use de-icing salt on a new driveway?

Avoid it during the first winter, because new concrete is more vulnerable. Use sand for traction instead. We will give you care instructions at handover.

What finishes are there?

A broom finish is the standard, with good grip. Exposed aggregate and stamped finishes are decorative options. We help you pick for the look and the grip you need.

How much does it cost?

It depends on the area, the thickness, the preparation, the finish and access, so we quote after seeing the site, with each part listed separately.

Not here? Call (780) 604-3162 and ask.

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