One of the most common construction materials found on job sites across the world is grout. This material is related to concrete, cement, and mortar in that it is made up of water, sand, and lime or cement. Sometimes fine gravel is added if it is to be used to fill the openings of concrete blocks. Often it may be tinted or colored to be aesthetically pleasing. It is used to seal joints between tiles, connect pre-cast concrete sections, embed rebar in walls of masonry, and to bind masonry blocks to each other. It is typically applied as an emulsion that hardens over time. The consistency should not be too thick to allow for grout pumping in Mississippi.
When grout is mixed, it should be inspected to ensure that it has a consistency that is flowable or pourable. For example if the mixture can be easily poured out of a bucket then it can be pumped successfully. If too much water is added during mixing, the grout will cure incorrectly which leads to cracking and crumbling. This happens because the excess water evaporates leaving behind microscopic holes in the hardened grout which ensures premature deterioration. If too much water is in the mixture, more grout powder may be added to reach the consistency that you want. Be sure that the product is thoroughly mixed to avoid air bubbles which can also render the structure weak and unsound.
To ensure that grout pumping in Mississippi is done properly, you should use a reputable construction company such as Ewing and Ray Foundation Services, Inc. This company has been one of the top companies to deal with foundation repairs, drainage systems, site stabilization, and grout pumping since 1968. Shallow foundation repairs are mostly used in a residential setting and involve the use of grout and/or mud pumping, concrete pads, and concrete segmented piles. Deep foundation repairs involve concrete piles, helical piers, and steel push piles that are installed to unweathered and stable soils.
Ewing and Ray also take the time to pressure pump grout to eliminate voids so that the foundation will be firmly supported. Some companies have been known to eliminate the grout pumping to cut costs, but this may result in premature foundation problems. Ewing and Ray will do the job right to ensure customer satisfaction.