Pouring Concrete in a Northern Winter: What It Takes to Do It Right
“What good is the warmth of summer, without the cold of winter to give it sweetness?” -John Steinbeck Anyone who has spent a season in northern Minnesota knows that winter does not wait for construction schedules. Work continues even as the frost settles deep into the ground and the lakes harden over. Concrete […]
Why We Use Construction Foam Beneath Foundations in Northern Minnesota
A Winter Coat for Your Foundation If you’ve ever driven by a job site in Duluth or up the North Shore and seen thick blue or pink foam sheets under a concrete slab, you might wonder why they’re there. They’re not for packaging or comfort during construction. They serve an important purpose, especially in colder […]
