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How Colorado Freeze-Thaw Cycles Affect Residential Concrete
Northern Colorado winters can be hard on outdoor concrete because moisture can enter small pores and joints, then expand as it freezes. Repeated freezing and thawing may contribute to surface scaling, small cracks, or movement where drainage and support are poor. Good planning starts below the slab. A stable, well compacted base and a layout that directs water away from the concrete help reduce avoidable stress. Control joints give expected shrinkage a planned place to occur, while properly...
