Vapor Barriers In certain types of shotcrete and concrete construction a vapor barrier is essential. Integrity can quickly become compromised when water and gas are become trapped beneath the structure. When you construct certain projects with shotcrete or concrete you apply a vapor barrier; the vapor barrier is inexpensive, and if you consider the cost…
Throughout the country there are roadways that are in need of physical repairs. Many of these roadways are deemed low travel, and regardless if the roadways are deteriorating, money allocated to possible repairs is scant, possibly nonexistent. Money spent on physical infrastructure is money well-spent. It’s equally important on many of the roadways that traverse…
What is shotcrete? It’s a low moisture concrete mixture, mixed wet, that can be sprayed through a hose onto a surface. The shotcrete is applied at a high velocity onto the surface, and the end result is a wall or floor or roof. The method of application makes the building process much more efficient than…
It’s hard to imagine that a building material that’s long been in favor for numerous tasks has been and continues to be environmentally friendly. Too often we see building materials come and go, learn of their potential negative health and environmental impacts and quickly switch to an alternative. But concrete is unique. It’s primarily made…
What is the purpose of a retaining wall? Sure, a retaining wall is a terrific architectural element in many landscapes, but it does have an important purpose. It’s a lateral support built of concrete that prevents the movement of soil. But not all retaining walls are built the same. Here are a few of the…
Shotcrete and concrete jobs require that everyone involved on the job site understands the inherent risks (Every construction-type job requires considerable safety precautions). It’s not necessarily the norm for injury, but things might not go exactly as planned, and having precautions in place, and workers to understand the possible risks involved, will greatly reduce the…
On most landscapes, a concrete retaining wall is a pleasing aesthetic addition; especially when the wall brings together landscape design elements that feature two distinct elevation changes. And that’s usually the purpose of a retaining wall: to separate two distinct elevations of soil. It’s especially effective in landscapes prone to erosion. A retaining wall can…
It’s not always necessary to repair concrete. It’s a reliable and sturdy building material, and it’s likely that if the shotcrete/concrete was applied by your shotcrete/concrete professionals at Shotcrete Montana then it will stand the test of time. Because it’s such a reliable, efficient, and long-lasting product, it’s used on sidewalks, retaining walls, ditches, foundations,…
Shotcrete is a terrific material, and one of its primary uses is to support slopes and to stabilize soil. Slopes with erosion and stability issues are both naturally created and created due to common construction such as the building of highways, dams, railway lines, etc. depending on the height and gradient of the slope, the…
When you place a retaining wall within a landscape its purpose is twofold. A retaining wall can be beautiful, but it can also be economical; it can also be both. Many retaining walls are purely utilitarian and highly-functional. A retaining wall can also have immense aesthetic appeal when placed in certain landscapes correctly. But a…