The foundation on our latest build has been poured and is tucked in for the night under insulated blankets and straw. 🛌 🌙 . . If you’re reading this and live in the Midwest you may be wondering the consequences of pouring concrete in 20 degree weather.🤔 . First of all, I trust my concrete guys at JAS Concrete. They’ve been working with concrete here in Iowa since 2005. They know the weather conditions needed for an ideal pour and they also know the additional precautions to take in the cold weather. ❄️ . Secondly, our city inspectors ensure us builders follow the ‘Metro Cold Weather Policy’ which states-‘Concrete cannot be placed when the temperature is predicted to drop below 10 degrees Fahrenheit during the following 24 hours. The low tonight is 15 degrees Fahrenheit so we even have some wiggle room.👍 . Lastly, I did my own research, and according to the American Concrete Institute (ACI), concrete placed during cold weather, protected against freezing and properly cured for a sufficient length of time, has the potential to develop higher ultimate strength and greater durability then concrete poured at higher temps. How awesome is that🙌! . . . #funfactmonday #concrete #jasconcrete #foundation #foundationpour #newconstruction #newbuild #clive #americanconcreteinstitute #desmoines #realestate #construction #newhome #basement #basemmentfoundation #pumptruck #concretetruck #pumptrucks #builderaofig #builder #customhomebuilder (at Clive, Iowa) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqYkSNDBfP4/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1kskiw35nz4hi
