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Durable precast concrete outside of someone's residential home
Maybe you’ve heard from our blog or somewhere else that precast concrete lasts a long time. Now, this might lead you to the question: just how long does it last? 10 years? 30 years? 100 years? The short answer is concrete has a life span of around 50 to 100 years – but there’s a...
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precast concrete next to some green irisis in someone's lawn
When designing a long-term fence, you want to get it right the first time. After all, if you are planning a fence that will last 20+ years, you don’t want to install something you will hate for all 20+ years. Here’s why precast concrete is the best long-term fencing solution. Low Maintenance When you install...
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Architectual precast concrete project
Architects are a bit like artists. They have to consider the practical side of designing a building, but they also get to play with form, textures, and light.  Some of the recent architectural marvels look physically impossible. Architects are always looking to push the boundaries of what is possible. In the pursuit of the impossible,...
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Construction workers pouring concrete for precast concrete
When you get a quote from a precast concrete company, you might be tempted to try to do the job yourself. After all, how hard could it be? We don’t recommend DIY precast concrete. Here’s why you shouldn’t attempt pouring your own precast concrete. 1. It will probably end up costing you – in more...
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Thuya trees planted near a precast concrete fence
Often when our clients are installing their precast concrete fence, they are also getting started on the landscaping. This brings up a common question. Can you plant trees near your precast fence? Yes, you can! You just need to be mindful of where you are planting and the type of tree you are planting. Read...
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HOA approved residential precast fence
If you have an HOA, getting them to approve your ideas can sometimes be tricky. You know that installing a precast concrete fence will be a benefit to the neighborhood. Now you need to convince the HOA. We want to help! Here are three tips to get your HOA to approve your precast fence.  Do...
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gate attached to a precast concrete fence
Are you 90% sure you want to install a precast concrete fence but have just a few more questions? If yes, one of them might be: Can you install a gate with a precast concrete fence? The short answer is yes! In fact, we often install gates for our clients. Here’s more about it and...
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sustainable precast concrete factory
Precast concrete already has some significant sustainability advantages when compared to other building materials and methods. Still, we should always try to get better. Low carbon concrete can fight global warming. And precast concrete is the perfect building material to optimize. Concrete is High Carbon Emitter There was a recent study by Australian climate scientist...
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Learn about how to get a permit for your precast concrete fence with American Precast Concrete INC.
You have decided to install a precast concrete fence around your home or business. Congratulations, this is an investment you will be enjoying for years to come! Now that you have decided to install a precast concrete fence, you need to move on to the next step – getting the proper permits.  Don’t worry; we...
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Smoothstone precast concrete outside of a residential area
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...
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