Recently, two pieces of legislation were passed regarding federal funding for certain construction projects. Mainly impacting the amount of funding, these bills can change the future of the construction industry. These bills are the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Read on to learn a little bit more about […] The post IIJA and IRA Bills appeared first on Elston Materials, LLC ..read more

Hurricane Ian ripped through the southeast United States recently and people are starting to assess the damage. As with every natural disaster, loss of life and property is going to happen. Unfortunately, it was the deadliest hurricane to hit Florida since 1935 and has caused an estimated $30-60 billion in damages. Read on to learn […] The post Hurricane Ian Construction Impacts appeared first on Elston Materials, LLC ..read more

Climate change is impacting millions of people around the world. And with gas prices getting higher in the US everyday, there is a lot of concern about the state of our environment. Here in the US, cement manufacturers have committed to reach carbon neutrality by 2050. One of the ways to achieve that goal is […] The post The Rise of Carbon Neutral Concrete appeared first on Elston Materials, LLC ..read more

Summertime in Chicago is officially here! This means sunshine, beach time, and even hosting barbecues with family and friends. However, the winter and spring seasons allow for concrete patios to accumulate stains, moss, and imperfections. Unfortunately, the grimy patio can take away from an otherwise perfect celebration. Concrete patios should also be cleaned at least […] The post How to Clean Your Concrete Patio for Summer appeared first on Elston Materials, LLC ..read more

Volumetric Mixers are an important part of creating a budget-friendly, strong, and environmentally-friendly build. We have some key volumetric mixer tips and tricks to help your new build go smoothly. Saving money Volumetric mixers are a famously critical way to save money on your construction project. Because these mixers are able to mix concrete on-site, […] The post Volumetric Mixer Tips and Tricks appeared first on Elston Materials, LLC ..read more

Rebar is an essential part of cement construction and we’ll review why. This way you know why you should use it this tool in your next construction project. What is rebar? Rebar is the name of a reinforcing bar that strengthens concrete. It’s made from steel and has ridges so poured concrete can adhere to […] The post Tools at a Glance: Rebar appeared first on Elston Materials, LLC ..read more