Durable flatwork and long‑lasting masonry start with prep and details. TORCH installs and repairs sidewalks, steps, aprons, pads, and masonry elements with proper base, reinforcement, drainage, and jointing for Western New York’s freeze‑thaw climate.
What we install & repair
- Sidewalks, ramps, and curbs (ADA slopes available)
- Driveway aprons and garage/entry slabs
- Patios and equipment pads (generators, condensers, dumpsters)
- Concrete steps & stoops; masonry stairs with stone treads
- Block/brick repairs, tuckpointing/repointing, and parging
- Lintels (steel/galv) and cracked head/sill repairs
- Chimney crowns, caps, and minor chimney rebuilds
For structural walls/underpinning/large retainers: see Site & Structural Improvements—we coordinate stamped engineering where required.
Systems & options (performance + finish)
- Mix design: air‑entrained concrete for freeze‑thaw, typical 3500–4500 PSI per use
- Reinforcement: rebar/WWF or fiber mixes; edge thickening for slabs on grade
- Base prep: excavation, geotextile (as needed), compacted base, moisture management
- Joints: saw‑cut control joints, expansion/isolation joints at fixed elements
- Finishes: broom, trowel, exposed aggregate, stamped (select patterns), nosing/edge options
- Sealants/Sealers: control‑joint sealant; penetrating silane/siloxane sealers for de‑icing resistance
Envelope details we get right
- Correct slopes to drains/scuppers; no ponding at doors/thresholds
- Isolation joints at foundations, columns, and stoops; expansion joints at long runs
- Proper rebar dowels and mechanical fasteners where slabs meet existing work
- Weeps and flashing at masonry; through‑wall flashing and end dams at openings
- Lintel sizing/placement and corrosion protection; repoint with proper mortar type
- Clean terminations and drip edges at caps, sills, and copings
Our process
- Assessment & measure – Review cracking, spalling, settlement, drainage, and access
- Spec & proposal – Mix/reinforcement, base, joints, slope, finish, and sealers
- Permits & scheduling – Right‑of‑way and curb/sidewalk permits (as required), phasing and access
- Prep – Demo/haul‑off, subgrade/base correction, formwork, reinforcement, embeds
- Place & finish – Place, consolidate, finish, joint, cure; protect during early strength gain
- QA & closeout – Washdown, sawcuts/sealants, punch list, care & cure guidance
Why TORCH
- Freeze‑thaw‑ready specs and details for long service life
- Clean, safe jobsites with clear access and protection
- Organized scheduling to reduce downtime for businesses and residents
- Fully insured; COIs and submittals available on request
FAQ
How soon can we walk/drive on new concrete?
Foot traffic is typically OK after ~24–48 hours; light vehicles vary by slab thickness/mix (often ~5–7 days). We’ll give specific guidance per pour.
Can you pour in cold weather?
Yes—with cold‑weather procedures (heated blankets, accelerators, scheduling) to protect set and early cure.
Will you match our existing brick/stone?
We source close matches and can blend repairs; exact matches depend on age/availability. We’ll review options and mockups where helpful.
Do you handle sidewalk/curb permits?
Yes—right‑of‑way work typically needs permits/inspections. We coordinate approvals and traffic/parking logistics.