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As our weather gets more unpredictable and extreme, many of us are dealing with periods of intense dry followed by intense rain. Having such strong weather patterns opens up the possibility of floods and landslides. With the increased risk of landslides, many businesses and homeowners are turning to retention walls. Here’s why you should choose...Read More

At American Precast, we can add pigment right to the concrete for beautiful and long-lasting color. Before you can install a colorful and interesting fence, you first will need to pick a color.  Since we want your new fence to match your home or business, here is a guide on choosing the right color for...Read More

The precast concrete market is expected to grow significantly in the next decade. It was valued at $134.68 billion in 2020, and projections put it at $223.97 billion by 2028. What does all of this mean for the home or business owner? Now is the best time to invest in precast concrete. Here’s why. Precast...Read More

Precast concrete has many uses thanks to its remarkable properties – durable, eco-friendly, cost-effective, etc. From building bridges to high-rise buildings, precast concrete is becoming more and more common. Let’s go over some of the uses for precast concrete you will see at America Precast Concrete. Walls and Fences  One of the best and most...Read More

Many of our clients are homeowners who want a beautiful, secure enclosure for their home that will last. Our latest project for a Resident from Sebastopol, California, used our CHISELSTONE™ fencing to create a residential wall.  Why Precast Concrete? This homeowner wanted a secure fencing around their home. They were looking for security and privacy...Read More

In the past decades, we have seen a dramatic increase in the number and strength of wildfires. Driven largely by climate change, California has been especially hard hit.  2021 was the worst year so far. In August 2021, California fought its largest single wildfire – the Dixie Fire.  Just how bad was the fire season...Read More

Maybe you want to install a precast concrete fence, but your property isn’t flat. Facing a hillside, you might find yourself wondering: can you install precast concrete on a slope? The short answer is yes. Here’s how. Built to Deal with Ups and Downs If we could only install precast concrete on flat ground, that...Read More

When you have an open property, your needs are different. What do we mean by an open property? We mean land either with nothing built on it or large property on an open field or near a forested area. Here’s are some reasons precast concrete is an excellent investment for your open property. Protect Your...Read More

The Pastoria Project Sunnyvale Apartments in Sunnyvale, California, is an apartment building that was looking to add a wall to their property. They needed a retaining wall that could double as a privacy wall. We helped them select the perfect precast concrete style that met all of their needs – form, and function. Why Precast...Read More

Once you decide to replace your old fence with a new precast concrete fence, you might find yourself staring at the old fence, wondering what to do with it. You could call a professional. Say you want to save a little money and do it yourself. Here’s how to do it.  Remove the Paneling First,...Read More