A contractor asked for an absurd amount of ground unicorn in their concrete mix. The supplier's response? A quote, expecting common sense to prevail. This is construction like you've never heard. #ConcreteConstruction #Unicorn #ConstructionLife #MaterialScience #WeirdOrders #Supplier

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Seth from GC Construction is seeking insights from industry leader Dan Baker. Learn about the steps to transition from residential to commercial concrete projects and achieve success. #concreteconstruction #concrete #GCConstruction #DanBaker #CommercialConcrete #SmallBusinessGrowth

Baker's core philosophy: prioritize coworkers first. When employees are cared for, they excel at serving the second customer—owners, CMs, and designers. This people-centric approach drives success. #concrete #concreteconstruction #PeopleFirst #CompanyCulture #EmployeeCare #BusinessStrategy #Leadership

In construction, honoring your commitments is non-negotiable. If you promise to deliver as per plans and specs, you must follow through. If it's not done right, you fix it and cover the cost. Be prepared to do what you say you'll do. #concrete #concreteconstruction #ConstructionLife #ContractorTips #QualityWork #Integrity

Starting small like Dan Baker? Gregory Rice from Alabama is asking: what are the concrete steps to grow a concrete construction business from scratch into the next Baker Concrete Construction? #concrete #concreteconstruction #ContractorTips #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #Construction

You're never truly ready to hire; there's never enough money. It's a calculated risk. Sometimes, you pay them more than yourself because they know more than you do. #concrete #concreteconstruction #HiringTips #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #StartupAdvice #TeamBuilding

Shifting from basic materials to a 'total package' approach transformed control over job schedules. This method expanded into commercial, residential, and even large industrial projects, including 16 Walmart distribution centers consecutively. #concrete #concreteconstruction #ConstructionManagement #ProjectControl #CommercialBuilding #IndustrialProjects

An early internship with Armco Steel was a disaster, pushing me away from industrial engineering. Working alongside my grandfather, I learned the concrete trade, starting as a laborer and eventually earning my place on the payroll as a finisher. #concrete #concreteconstruction #ConstructionLife #SkilledTrades #FamilyBusiness #Apprenticeship

Discover how a small team evolved from mud-only projects to tackling full foundations and floors, with Turner's guidance and seasoned superintendents like Carl Kelly. A testament to growth and learning in construction. #concrete #concreteconstruction #ConstructionHistory #TurnerConstruction #FoundationBuilding #LearningInConstruction #BakerCompany

Starting a branch bank project—a new challenge! He asked if we'd done it before, but offered to partner. We pursued bigger goals beyond residential, and landed the first National Bank branch on Peck and Williams. #concrete #concreteconstruction #Construction #Banking #GeneralContractor #ProjectManagement #BusinessGrowth

Learn from a seasoned contractor who transitioned from farming to concrete. Key lessons: make hay when the sun shines, plow when the ground is right – essential for meeting customer schedules, budgets, and delivering quality that lasts. #concreteconstruction #concrete #contractor #construction #businessgrowth #timemanagement

No excuses. Marines are expected to take the hill, with or without air support. This is the relentless spirit of the arena. #concrete #concreteconstruction #Marines #MilitaryMotto #NoExcuses #TakeTheHill #USMilitary

Missing NFL game schedules can cost millions. Liquidated damages of $10 million per game are no joke. Don't be the reason your company pays that price. #NFLSchedule #ConcreteConstruction #LeaguePenalties #SportsBusiness #GameDay #FinancialRisk

Baker has been named the largest concrete contractor in the nation for 17 years straight. With 25 offices nationwide and over 8,000 employees, they lead the industry. #ConcreteContractor #Construction #BakerConcrete #Engineering #Building #IndustryLeader

Facing a budget crunch, the founder was surprised when Carl, a seasoned engineer, offered his services. Carl's vision: positioning the company among the nation's top industrial contractors by influencing specifications. #concrete #concreteconstruction #Engineering #BusinessGrowth #Contracting #IndustrialConstruction

Join Concrete Logic as we explore innovative concrete topics with industry leaders. Suppliers, contractors, architects, and engineers share their visions for the future of this essential material. #ConcreteConstruction #ConcreteLogic #BuildingMaterials #CivilEngineering #ConstructionIndustry #Architecture

Rain reveals concrete's true condition. Learn how to identify alkali-silica reaction (ASR) cracks, where damaged concrete holds water longer, creating a blotchy appearance. #ConcreteConstruction #ConcreteRepair #AlkaliSilicaReaction #ASRGels #ConstructionTips #BuildingMaintenance #HomeImprovement

Observe the stark difference: aged concrete appears dark gray, while new concrete gleams nearly white. The new surface shows blotches, delamination, and scaling, losing its original broom strokes. #ConcreteConstruction #OldVsNewConcrete #ConcreteRepair #SurfaceAnalysis #MaterialScience #ConstructionTips

Matt McCombs, a busy expert in concrete solutions, shares his knowledge on admixtures. Learn how to achieve the best results with concrete. #concrete #concreteconstruction #MattMcCombs #ConstructionTips #BuildingMaterials #Engineering

Discover how specialized concrete treatments combat Alkali-Silica Reaction (ASR) by counteracting internal expansion and external contaminants like salts and brines. Protect your concrete, reduce replacements, and lower your carbon footprint. #ASR #ConcreteConstruction #ConcreteRepair #BuildingMaterials #MaterialScience #ConstructionTech

See how steel corrosion bleeds out of concrete cracks. Understanding this common issue is key to effective construction and repair. #Concrete #ConcreteConstruction #SteelCorrosion #Construction #CivilEngineering #BuildingMaterials

This isn't chemotherapy for concrete; it's a way to prolong its life by inches. Delaying inevitable deterioration is a sustainable, green solution for extending structural integrity. #concreteconstruction #concrete #construction #SustainableBuilding #GreenBuilding #ConstructionTips