GC Construction Services specializes in delivering the highest quality concrete building slabs for commercial, industrial, and residential projects in the Cary, Durham, and Raleigh North Carolina area. Whether your construction project is for a large commercial facility, a commercial building, or residential home, GC Construction Services expertise ensures that your concrete slab is built to last. Call us at 919-455-6165 or click the Send a Message button below to get a building slab quote.
Concrete building slabs are essential and are the foundation of many types of structures because of their strength, stability, and longevity. GC Construction Services designs concrete slabs to meet the specific requirements of your project. We are able to take on any size of project including commercial warehouses, office buildings, and residential homes.
We offer a comprehensive range of slabs including:
Suspended Slabs — A suspended slab is used in multi-story structures and buildings where a concrete slab is elevated above the ground.
On Grade Slabs — An On-Grade Slab is ideal for residential or commercial properties when the foundation is designed to sit directly on the soil.
Post Tensioned Slabs — Post Tensioned Slabs are designed to handle heavier loads and larger spans. Therefore, post tensioned slabs are reinforced. This makes them perfect for commercial and industrial settings. However, post tensioned slabs can be found in some non-commercial settings such as tennis courts and basketball courts.
Custom Concrete for Our Region & Climate
GC Construction Services is based in Cary North Carolina and most of the projects we are contracted to do are in the greater Raleigh North Carolina area. We are experts in the environmental factors that affect concrete structures in this region. That’s why our concrete mixtures are designed for the unique soil conditions and weather we have in the Raleigh area.
This Ensures That Your Slab Can Withstand the Effects Of:
Seasonal Temperature Fluctuations — As some of you already know, the Triangle has hot and humid summers and cooler winters. The concrete mixtures we use are designed to prevent structural weakness and cracking that can be caused by the concrete expanding and contracting. Our climate in North Carolina may not be as harsh as some other areas of the US, but temperatures can still cause problems with your concrete if the concrete mixture is not properly formulated for our area.
Heavy Rainfall & Moisture — Our area can receive anywhere from 3 to 5 inches a month of rainfall. There are even times when our entire monthly rainfall total can come from a single storm. Our concrete is formulated to resist water absorption which minimizes the risk of moisture related damage. This is especially important in our area since we have frequent rainstorms.
Soil Conditions — Understanding soil composition in Raleigh, Cary, & Durham areas is imperative when building large concrete slabs. Our area can have up to 7 different types of soil including: Ultisol, Alfisol, Histosol, Entisol, Inceptisol, Spodosol, & Mollisol. Each one of those soil types can affect the quality of a concrete slab. Hiring a concrete contractor who is an expert in local soil types is imperative. We design our concrete slabs to accommodate the soil type, which ensures the long term structural integrity of the concrete.
Concrete Building Slab Finishes
In addition to our focus on creating durability and strength, we also provide a wide range of options when it comes to finishes on your concrete slab. Our team of building slab professionals can customize the surface of your concrete slab to create the aesthetic and functional features you need. We can create any type of texture you’re looking to achieve. Some commercial or industrial facilities prefer a smooth polished surface whereas others who are using their concrete slabs in outdoor spaces may want a textured surface for increased traction. Regardless, GC Construction Services can help you find the texture that fits your needs.
Some of the Most Popular Types of Finishes Are:
Polished Concrete — Polished concrete is sleek and reflective, it is ideal for indoor spaces such as offices, retail stores, garages, & even homes.
Textured Concrete — Textured concrete refers to a pattern that is deliberately added to a concrete surface. However, its look is less uniform since most of the lines or joints are created by hand or with a concrete saw. Whereas stamped concrete uses a mold to create a consistent pattern across the entire surface of the concrete.
Stamped Concrete — The process of creating stamped concrete involves using a large mold to create a specific pattern and or texture on a concrete slab. There are endless possibilities of what you can make your concrete look like with the concrete stamping process. When using the stamped concrete method, a lot of property owners choose to make their concrete building slabs look like natural materials. Some common appearances people use for stamped concrete include: Natural stone, brick, & wood. Stamped concrete is a favorite for people who want an elevated look without the high cost.
Local Concrete Building Slab Experts
Having a high quality concrete slab to build on top of involves way more than just selecting the right materials and type of slab. It requires the knowledge and technical skill of a local company who has the ability to create structurally sound building slabs. Our years of experience creating concrete building slabs in the Cary, Raleigh, & Durham North Carolina area make us uniquely qualified to create the highest quality of building slabs in the Triangle area. We will design and install concrete slabs that meet the demands of our climate and geography. We take everything from soil composition to water exposure into consideration to ensure your concrete building slab is built to last.
Ready to Get Your Concrete Building Slab Quote?
If you’re ready to build with the confidence that comes from expert craftsmanship and local knowledge, call GC Construction Services.
Contact us and we will discuss how we can build the perfect concrete building slab for your project.