Concrete GONE WRONG! Had to Remove and Replace

[@kimpalacios5330]

I’m the homeowner. Just came across this video of our driveway. We noticed the next morning the concrete did not look right. My husband is in the construction biz and he said right off it looked like it was contamination. We knew it wasn’t any fault of Dave’s crew because he did a beautiful job on neighbors driveway across street. We notified Dave immediately and he was very responsive. We kept wetting it per instructions for a couple weeks and it just kept getting worse. Yes we were stressed because in these times so many don’t take responsibility for their work. We are so grateful to have chosen a contractor with high standards and integrity. He put us on his busy schedule and redid the driveway a couple months later. And it’s beautiful. Seems funny to say that about a bunch of concrete but what a huge difference it’s made for us. Our old driveway was collapsed and cracked from dead tree roots. Love it!

[@caring-assoul_]

I love you Kim 😚😌

[@thereplacementfordisplacement]

You get what you pay for. I like the line detail they cut for the neighbors driveway looks sharp for that style garage. They definitely had your back on this job.

[@pauldevore2900]

I hope you gave them this great review on Google. I know I would pay more to hire a crew like this one. I value integrity.

[@Think1stAct2nd]

This was expertly written Mrs. Kim. To take the time to explain how this was discovered and what transpired once the vendor was made aware...was a pleasure to read. I hope yall enjoy this amazing driveway for many years to come!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Thanks Kim, I just noticed your great response. Thank you

[@2nearalki306]

Nice work. Respect to a man with integrity to completely stand by his work, without the slightest bit of finger pointing or complaining. Job wasn't done right, we'll make it right.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I concur TY

[@jegr3398]

Bad material

[@michaelmotes8392]

How did he make it right if the homeowner had to pay for concrete twice??

[@raywillis468]

@@michaelmotes8392 he indicated he was the one to pay for new concrete if the concrete company wouldn't cover it.

[@jake91hall]

@@michaelmotes8392 wake up

[@evanofelipe]

The fact that you were prepared to accept that there was a problem with this job is to your credit, without trying to overtly offset blame, adds greatly to your Company’s reputation. Hopefully the financial losses incurred in fixing this problem will, in time be more than recovered. Well done David and congratulations to your team.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I concur TY

[@evanofelipe]

It absolutely makes no sense for a Contractor to knowingly lay defective material. The commitments of ongoing future business and allocation of workforce, let alone maintaining reputation of the business means that no one would follow such a strategy.

[@cydonianman]

​@edntzThat's why I don't hire fly by night businesses. Unfortunately people hire them because they are initially cheaper, but realize too late that it cost them more in the long run.

[@NATIVESUNSETS65]

@@evanofelipe Sometimes it's the supplier's fault we did foundation stem walls for a house and when we removed the forms big chunks of concrete pulled off with the forms . it was a bad mix from the concrete plant to much sand in the mix . The concrete company paid for the concrete removal and the new concrete was free , but no money for all the rebar and new form work .

[@DawnBryant-q7b]

lol. U boot lick. He tried. But failed. His incompetence in this field is well known. It’s amazing he got hired at all.

[@bengad.1724]

Nice work. I've delivered concrete for over 20 years and you show a lot of pride in your work. Your customer here was very lucky to have hired you.

[@GodFreeAtLast]

Very impressive. In less than 5 minutes into the video, the company's integrity is evident. If I were to start a home service company, I would make videos like this for all to see. Not only to showcase the quality work done but also to show that if anything was to go wrong, it would be made right. A great form of advertising. Nice job.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

It's the right thing to do. TY

[@video99couk]

You can tell how good a business is, not so much by how they behave when things go right, but how they behave when things go wrong. And things do go wrong, that's inevitable in all walks of life.

[@davidmacpherson8710]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete About 50 years ago I was mixing and casting parking lot concrete "bumpers" in a yard. A mentor who was about 40 years older than my late teens at the time told me that: "The mark of a craftsman is not someone who never makes an error, it's how the error is corrected."

[@nathanbasel207]

They made this video because if they didn't replace it the homeowner was going to sue them for a shity job which the contractor clearly showed they did a shity job and blamed it on everything but himself I find it kind of funny that the homeowner wasn't in this video to actually make the contractors "Good Deed" look legit how do you people even get by in this world by being so naive

[@jake91hall]

@@nathanbasel207 the homeowner gave him permission to record on private property so i would assume they are on good terms...but im sure you know everything

[@michaelshepherd733]

I've watched you demo alot of concrete driveways and never seen it crumble into small pieces like that. Way to stand behind your work removing and replacing that driveway. Thanks for the video of it.....

[@vegePOG]

Alot

[@2wheel93]

@The trash man That’s what I said haha

[@travishanks7295]

That's the reason it Cracked

[@travishanks7295]

@@2wheel93 exactly that is why it cracked. I seen a chick on the last video run the bowfloat a thousand times better

[@verngoossen2020]

It was HOT

[@h2oskiaddict]

I bet the home owner was worried when the old slab started to break up. Then Odell comes through in a big way with a complete repour!! Nice work David!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Yes, they were stressed

[@samgriffiths9868]

@@zacharyphillips9294 you got to remember, the companys finances have to be taken into account, they have to pay for the concrete, materials, labor etc, also scheduling, they could have been backed up for months or the family could have been unable to find any time to allow it, im not saying to forgive im just saying that the are factors that have to be taken into account, and one other thing, although it started cracking 3 days after, how long did it take the home owner to report it to the company

[@jackmehoff1565]

@@samgriffiths9868 if it was your job I have a feeling you would have done everything but fix the problem just made excuses and eventually quit answering phone and ignore emails from customer

[@Neilukuk]

@@samgriffiths9868 I guess channel didn't like his comment and removed it, Bit sad if Odell did.

[@pcoakle1]

Love watching your videos brother. Wish you were in Florida. I greatly respect your professionalism in supporting this customer regardless of what happened with the material.

[@musiclove3017]

just back in the trades after years away and maddened by cleaning up messes by previous contractors...up at 230 am watching a damn driveway get done right and makes me happy:) good work gentlemen

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

TY

[@natej6671]

Odell, you can save a sample of the concrete you just took out and have it tested at a lab for strength. Then compare the results with what you actually paid for. That should be proof enough for the concrete plant.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Yes I did save a chunk. TY

[@Mixer2994]

Just make sure you tell them all the extra crap you did wrong like calcium adding fiber on the job your stupid stuff of moving a form because your guys can't straight edge right which takes up more time how many times did you have driver add water to the load? Bring it people 22 years driving mixer truck I know what went wrong. Plus you don't bullfloat with the driveway you go against itside to side.

[@slippy11ful]

@@Mixer2994 buddy your a driver. Truck drivers are some of the dumbest people on the planet. It does not matter what way you bill float. Adding fiber is only better for the concrete, and adding water isnt the emd of the world. Id rather add water and know im gonna have plenty of time to get on it then race because its setting fast af. Just so its not footers or anything super important its not a big deal. Id never take any tips from a driver😂 you have no experience, youve just watched people do it. Gtfoh

[@hd4ms]

@@Mixer2994 I wish I knew how the Romans did it. Their concrete has lasted 2,000 years without cracking.

[@PaloLaloHalo]

😠😡😠

[@theone4042]

When I complain to my contractor that the concrete they just poured a few months ago was cracking they just blew me off and said that’s normal so I have a Lotta respect for you

[@cbriangilbert1978]

Yeah, cracks are kind of a given in certain areas. In Texas they would laugh at you if you asked them to redo this driveway. Cool to see someone do what he did here.

[@berenscott8999]

It depends why it's cracking. That was clearly bad material, it was falling apart. But, I would expect that a crack would form at some stage in any pour, because there are a lot of things about this that aren't perfectly predictable.

[@bekabeka71]

Yeah when I built my house I hired two guys that were plasters for outside walls and they did front concrete slab. It cracked in a lot of places and their response was that’s normal. So I’ve learned how to do it myself and poured and concrete slab yesterday

[@mfblowfish4671]

Yeah sure you did. I’m sure any noob can just watch a KZbin video than decide they are going to pour their own slab.

[@thearmy88ify]

@@mfblowfish4671 Sorry but anyone with half a brain and a strong back can do most any construction related activity. So many weak minds these days with men who don't actually have common sense. Residential construction is overengineered so as to scare away people from doing their own work. Not long ago, men built their own homes and did all home projects by themselves with help from neighbors.

[@smokeskull]

I worked for a concrete contractor back in the 1980s and quality conrete made a huge difference. The newest plant washed the sand and gravel so it was clean and easy to work with

[@shyamdevadas6099]

I really respect your integrity. So many contractors would have wanted to bury such a mistake. It's great to see someone who stands by their work and is willing show how things sometimes don't work out.

[@ScootsMcPoot]

It's this or get sued

[@Nothingtoya]

I have to say, I'm extremely impressed by you guys. Being in construction myself, you see so many people cut corners, especially with compaction of the base material. The only thing I might add, get your guys a larger compactor.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

TY

[@mattthemorningafter]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete was this just a bad batch of concrete?

[@yinggamer7762]

@@mattthemorningafter most likely, if there was something in the mix that’s not supposed to be in there it could weaken the concrete which is what happened here

[@robertstutesman7764]

Could be a bad mix, it's all cracked in the same way you would see from concrete that had maybe to much water. Settling is usually a spot not consistant across a few yards of dried pave.

[@DeuceGenius]

@@mattthemorningafter ive never seen those surface cracks all over like that

[@homebrewmax]

I like and subscribe to your channel. The fact that you showed your "mistakes" and will fix the problem is huge, you gained respect 10 fold right there.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

TY

[@joegarcia4424]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete i wasn't your mistake. It was the plant that sent you the first batch. Thats what I think

[@bripslag]

@@joegarcia4424 I agree, but it makes good business sense to make it right for the customer.

[@jiggidyjam]

That wasn’t his mistake. It was junk mix!

[@bang2020]

Solid business buddy! I know this wasn’t ideal but you stand behind your work. That speaks volumes. Good work my man. Wish you were near me.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Me too TY

[@rom14141]

Great video, it's nice to see a true professional stand behind their work. I imagine it's a tough pill to swallow, especially when it was most likely the batch, but there is no substitute for doing the right thing. 👍🇺🇸❤

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I concur TY

[@rxonmymind8362]

Just showing me this I'd hire you guys. Of course it would be better to not have any mistakes but standing behind your work? Reputation? Priceless. Well done.

[@bghankhernandez]

why would you say the batch ? the tickets should have waits and that usually happens when to much water . and under stand this cemex always over exceds its mixes thats why they have drivers write down the amountof water used all the time and this does happen to all concrete companys . what was the psi on job across the street where they the same? i can tell you sir and any one watching Cemex does not reuse mud and do it right so it dont come back on cemex . some times this happens and you redoing and national redelivering it shows you and then respect your and there work 👍ok now fiber 😁 that helps

[@jltaco85]

@@bghankhernandez what???

[@MrFakit]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete Will the concrete company not stand behind their mix or will they do what most large companies do and weasel their way out of any responsibility?

[@MG-rg3jo]

Good to see you stand behind your work.

[@VenturiLife]

Was it safe and serviceable over those 6 months?

[@ATJ7436]

SO AWESOME! So happy I won! I have emailed you guys! Always look forward to y’all’s content! Thank you so much!

[@rawkusrex]

congrats

[@ATJ7436]

@@rawkusrex thank you!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Great I'll mail it out Tomorrow

[@rbrazz]

wear it well Atj!! congrats :)

[@jesuslovesyou8280]

Congratulations 🎉🎈. Blessings

[@acidbubblebath77]

There's only 3 guys I trust on KZbin with concrete construction, Mike Day, The Essential Craftsman, and Odell. I spent hours and hours learning from these guys from their KZbin videos before pouring my concrete patio. Although my patio is not quite professional looking, it's good enough for my wife who doesn’t hold back if I did something she didn’t like. Thank you guys for your commitment to excellence and pride in your workmanship.

[@RoadWarrior-lo9vt]

Very cool stuff. Thank you for letting us rubberneck your driveway job. Seriously, this is right up my alley for interesting stuff to watch the pros do.

[@Carlosity223]

I live in Miami, I work in environmental drilling and we do some concrete work, installing 2’x2’ concrete pads and when I see these concrete driveways and the walls SPLATTERED w mud… drives me nuts! Good to see some people take their job seriously. Beautiful finish. Love the neat tricks. Taught me something for sure.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Great TY

[@dowjones9663]

We had this happen last year on 2 separate jobs. Both times the concrete co sent out a rep to look at it and collect samples before we demoed it. They covered cost of mud both times on the repours. I hope your concrete co took care of you

[@skliros9235]

Did they cover labor?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I hope so TY

[@Wellactually123]

First off, thanks for standing behind your work. That's the mark of a pro for sure! But I have a few questions. 1. I've noticed those holes in concrete before have been caused by pumping on muddy ground and chunks of mud are just finished over. Then a few days or weeks later, the finish breaks through and the mud gets washed out. Could that be the case? 2. I would think that creating the control joint with a deep jointer would be better because you establish the control before the curing process ever starts. Am I missing something? Not a question but a comment, a few cheap insurance policies I use are, I've never had a complaint about too any saw cuts. Only visible cracks. I add fiber to everything, and I always have the plant bring at least 1 test cylinder for every 50yds. I label them with address, date, and time, and I keep them until the warranty expires.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Great ideas. The first pour is on the channel

[@AndragonLea]

The cylinder thing is actually really clever. That way you have the receipts, so to speak.

[@id10t98]

My career was in concrete, asphalt, sand & gravel. Adding fiber to 'everything' you pour is a waste of money in 90% of the applications you are likely doing. Most issues/problems in concrete boil down to two reasons- 1-poor materials going into the making of the concrete and 2- poor/incorrect sitework and finishing of the mix. I've batched and oversaw the batching of concrete for everything from driveways to high rise buildings and had less than 100 yards rejected in my entire career over 30 years. Quality control of materials and finishing is highly overlooked.

[@calculator1841]

@@id10t98 "less than 100 yards rejected in my entire career over 30 years" I too like to weave tall tales!

[@onetwothree4148]

@@id10t98 the advantage of fiber depends on what climate zone you're in. Water to cement ratio is critical.

[@mycookie011]

As a concrete worker myself I got to say that I'm very impressed by the integrity and work these guys have. Looks like the compactor may need to be replaced with a bigger one or just a new one, seems it was having issues. What really had me a bit worried was the brooming itself i'm used to doing those in 1 pass either pull or push/pull through the whole slab because I get worried that those multiple passes with the broom will either give me a different broom look all around or have a ugly in-between spot. Yeah the brooming does fade away eventually and you dont notice the marks later but thats usually years down the line.. anyway cheers and great work!

[@jaydarkside3908]

He hints that it was the cement provider

[@mattblah7737]

A lot of scumbags out there with no self respect or respect for their customers, who pay their hard earned money to people that can easily take advantage of them. People live in these houses, and flybys ruin the industry, most of them lowlife junkies and alcoholics. Some home owners are looking to scam as well, but most just want to pay an honest amount to have some decent looking work done on their property, safely.

[@ADRIAN-zh4ti]

@@mattblah7737 you seem to be angry .

[@ebk304]

Absolutely

[@donaldcurtis9229]

For concrete, all my life all concrete.All different concrete companies open New Jersey was a Union concrete finish it, let me tell you some of them.Concrete companies are very shady.We had a without footings columns because the concrete didn't come up to p s I because they were skinning on it

[@Rangetechus]

There’s something so satisfying about watching a well done concrete pour.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I hear you TY

[@Xx-Anwar-xX]

this is what a professional man looks like . the final product wasnt good , did it al over again and fixed it .nothing but respect .

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

TY

[@DaveCollette]

You're a class act!! Wish more people had your level of integrity.

[@flowartbyjimbruce4399]

As an old structural concrete contractor in S. CA. I've had aggregate react with chemicals in the concrete & pop out, leaving little to big craters. I hope you took some of the broken pieces & took them to a lab for strength testing, I'll bet it did not have enough cement in the mix the way it came apart, I doubt it would come up to 2000psi. I also hope the redimix co. did not charge you for the second time.

[@jimbo7042]

He refuses to respond to you because he knows the mix was insignificant

[@georgescott6049]

@@jimbo7042 when doing the demo he mentions the concrete is weak so that is likely the real problem as the poster has mentioned.

[@algalkin]

The long cracks appeared because water was absorbed into the ground faster than it evaporated from the top - wetting the soil mitigates it by 10% tops, you need to put a 3mil on the ground to eliminate water absorptions. The "spider web" cracks are happening because the surface dried faster then it should - cover it for 3-4 days and actually slightly wet the surface every day in the morning. These guys pour concrete like amateurs and therefor get these poor results.

[@dakmycat3688]

I believe he said the owner was covering the cement that helps him by not having to pay it all out of pocket.

[@flowartbyjimbruce4399]

@@georgescott6049 My point was if the test proved the concrete was not up to at least 200psi it is their fault & should not change him for the second loads.

[@pstewart5443]

Over a million views! Great work & integrity to fix a pour that didn't meet your quality expectations. The mark of a good business mind and a true professional. There are times when a job doesn't turn out how we want it to, and the true character comes out in those times.

[@ebk304]

Hey David, I’m a 36 year old local 555 Apprentice Commercial Cement Mason out of Portland Oregon. I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate your videos. It helps me greatly! Your work is top notch and you are a stand up business owner and I have to say that it’s very refreshing to see. I wish I could work for you. God Bless you.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I would like that to. Tzu

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I would like that to TY

[@Nunya58294]

I know this video is a bit old now, but i absolutely respect the fact that you went back to make it right for the customer. Absolutely well done good sir!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I appreciate that!

[@sionefifita5891]

I've had to do this twice in my short career. Alot of ready mix guys either don't clean out old concrete from prior jobs and mix Mudd with new or they load up 2000 psi concrete and misreport it as 3000 so they can pocket the extra dough and then owner calls and complains that the concrete is cracking...hate when this happens I always ask for ticket upon truck arrival cuz it doesn't lie. New contractor here , Odell you are the example of excellent workmanship

[@smo-guiver8315]

My first impression was that he got a hot load of concrete - otherwise known as "come back concrete." If the driver doesn't back spin his drum to get rid of the previous remnants, it can cause rapid cement hydration of the next batch. it only takes a little bit to spoil the whole next load.

[@sionefifita5891]

@@smo-guiver8315 very true

[@grenebulax]

Now that's a good contractor. Admits his mistakes, shows the world and then fixes it. We need more people like you in this world.

[@ac7438]

It wasn't his mistake. The cement was crap hopefully the company he used for the pour reimbursed him.

[@whattheschmidt]

@@ac7438 He has to stand by the mix he used unfortunately. Maybe he has the ability to get reimbursed for the faulty mix but who knows.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I hope so

[@grenebulax]

@@ac7438 technically it wasn't his fault, but the homeowner pur their trust in him and trusted him to use quality products. It sucks and I personally don't blame him as well. When you buy something from a store and it's crap and have to return it, you deal with the store that sold it not the manufacturer. He corrected it so he earned my respect. Hoping the concrete company reimbursed him as well. But I bet he thinks twice about using them again.

[@timhick6]

Uses the same concrete company

[@dean825]

Very professional approach and workmanship..... In UK we don't really do so many concrete drives, more to do now with surface water not being run off onto highway, so they need to be permeable.... Or soak away.. Excellent video

[@tjhanlonjr]

Dave is the perfect example of standing by your work and great customer service. He is a true professional in every sense. Good job.

[@XrpAndy]

Well it’s either replace it or get sued and have your reputation tarnished

[@kummer45]

This deserves more than 10 m views. This man fights for every inch with his work. If it is not done correctly he will remake the whole thing. It's pride that this man teaches.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Thats a good trait to teach. I never thought of that. TY

[@williamboyle8918]

Not every inch ! What about the side yard concrete and 4 foot crack ? Lol

[@P4p4Smurf]

🤡

[@chuckyluvskalae5102]

Respectable contractor, thank you for standing by your work. Guys that don’t make us look bad. No matter what trait it’s all the same. Do to others as you would want done to you

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I concur TY

[@dannyg.781]

Great job as always. Yeah.. you could even here the sound of the concrete when you were breaking it. Sounded hollow n a little bit less dense than other concrete. Keep em coming OCC!!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Yes it was weak

[@elmeromero1794]

Way to keep your customers happy!!!! That will be your best advertisement right here!!!! And the way you narrate your videos is so helpful and informative!!!!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Ty

[@budlanctot3060]

Yeah, I agree there was something wrong with original material mix. Not enough cement in the mix, perhaps. Or maybe original pour was already curing and the truck operator added extra water to make it out the chute. Or maybe a little of both.

[@fredericksullivan7925]

Be good to see an update on this slab to see how it holdsout as against the first one. Looks really nice.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Yes that would be good

[@kennyH20]

Sucks to go back to a job but it’s good to see you back up your work. Great job👍🏻 and congrats to the winner

[@ronniehenwood8580]

Hey David. Just saw this video. Im a 3rd generation concrete finisher. Not trying to pick apart or pretend I know more about concrete. However, it looks like to me, the main reason for those long stress cracks going both ways is due to joints. The joints are too wide. There should be more joints going both ways. It looks like you have one joint in over 20 feet. Hope this helps

[@MRR-qv3bw]

I'm curious about ALL the concrete that came from that company on the same day! This could be even worse being pumped up six stories on a building or parking garage! The inspector would shut it down FAST! Good on you for fixing the problem and having your customers back! Awesome job!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Structural concrete gets tested and is notified before it is batched.

[@procrastinator41]

Seems like the fiberglass rod is very low in the new slab ?

[@gregchapman6897]

Reinforcement "is primarily used in slabs on grade to serve as a control of cracking due to shrinkage and other effects" (Designing Floor Slabs on Grade, Boyd C. Ringo and Robert B. Anderson, p. 11). The reinforcement will not prevent cracking but will minimize cracks and maintain aggregate interlock. Rarely would reinforcement be used in a driveway to provide structural strength. There is a somewhat complicated subgrade drag equation used to determine the amount of reinforcement needed for shrinkage crack control. The idea is for the reinforcement to take over the tension that would have been on the concrete had it not cracked. In a slab with shrinkage control reinforcement, the reinforcement must be placed "above the mid-depth of the slab (ibid, p. 18). YES, the fiberglass rod is very low. It does almost nothing at that level and also totally ignores the requirement for coverage of the reinforcement by the concrete.

[@longhair-dontcare9983]

Hello Odell, great job there. Impressive. I really liked your new saw. I actually like the subtleness of the cut lines vs the larger radius of the edger trowels for joints. A lot less debris collecting in the joints too. I might try that next time I pour a pad.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Youll love it. GL

[@verngoossen2020]

4'' thick----cut every 4 feet ------ 5inch thick --cut every 5 feet

[@catherineransom6880]

I had my driveway done in September 2021. A couple of weeks ago I noticed spalling all over. The sidewalk and side drive they installed are still perfect, but when I called the contractor he kept telling me that it was because of the extreme temperatures here in Chicago this winter. I know I’m screwed because he didn’t want to fix issues like wide spaces against my house or where the drive meets up with my garage floor. I had to insist to make him fix it. Ugh! I wish I had an honest person like you David!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Yes that's a tough situation. TY

[@StarrTile]

Always hear ppl say "why would I call back a contractor who did a bad job ?"...because it costs a lot and you have to give a guy a chance to fix it...that's integrity 💪👍👌

[@saulgoodman2018]

But if this happens again. It can cost you future clients.

[@ashleyfalcon125]

“He” didn’t do a “bad job”, something was wrong with the concrete mix/ratios from the concrete plant/company. It happens sometimes. As long as it’s properly fixed & doesn’t cost the homeowner anymore to fix it, then customers will still talk & spread great things (word-of-mouth) about his work ethic & integrity… & that he can be trusted to come back & fix anything should they somehow experience any (generally rare/uncommon) issues. Nothing better than knowing it’ll be done & done right, or it WILL be done again 100% on the company’s dime. 🤷‍♀️

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I concur TY

[@saulgoodman2018]

@@ashleyfalcon125 Well, I wouldn't. I wouldn't care if it was for free. My own house, maybe. But not for a customer who are paying thousands.

[@gwot]

in my case was, the bad job was apparent DURING the process, asking him to fix it just lead to him abandoning the job half way. Now I got a law suit in my hands.

[@arth.4196]

I'm impressed with your Customer Service on your work Warranty 👍. Has concrete prices gone down ?. Dave.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

No, only up

[@picochulo7]

Up and up, and then additional charges like Environmental surcharge $49.00 per truck and if you are doing Public Works $200.00 extra per truck

[@JLT2342]

You guys are great! You stand behind and take responsible for your work. I would love to hire the people like you to do my back yard concrete.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Me too TY

[@bigdada018]

First time watcher. Know nothing about concrete other than it looks beautiful when it's wet and just about finished. Loved the video and your commitment to doing the job well. Thank you.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Welcome aboard TY

[@straxx99]

I hope you get to test a sample of the concrete, because I have never seen anything like it, the tiny small cracks and there was nothing that held it together, there will probably also be a refund with the concrete supplier which must be settled. Hope you will share the result, as always nicely done work.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I saved some of it.

[@Ts-zy4bw]

We need more contractors like you. Sure, you probably lost $ here but you honored your company name. You can’t put a price on that. Good job and thanks for sharing.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Thanks

[@delocon36]

Great video, ya gotta respect all tradesmen that stand over their work, I’m sure this guy will benefit hugely in recommendations for future work in the neighbourhood. Well done guys

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I concur TY

[@lspringfield93]

Yes I respect that your company stood by their work. I would suggest using chairs in the future to hold up your reinforcement. I saw your boys pulling up the steel as they went along but it’s tough keeping that steel up when your stepping on it while working the concrete. If you review your video you will see that most of your reinforcement was on or near the ground which means your rods were useless on countering any tensile stress on any ground upheaval.

[@Norcalflat]

That looks great, you guys are artists! Glad to see there are people out there who take pride in their work.

[@mournstar4578]

Refreshing to see someone stand behind their work. Looks nice.👍

[@mdoy5667]

Driver doesn't know sh$$t .

[@practicalguy973]

Would it be smart to vibrate that concrete especially working with a thicker mix? I would guess there are some areas with bubbles and voids just doing by hand.

[@MWestern-m4g]

Absolutely Beautiful. I like the cutlines!! National better stand up for that first batch and the next!

[@BobbyHillVGK702]

Great job guys and great job on integrity and honesty. And to the people in these comments always giving their 2 cents telling him how he is supposed to do his job that hes been doing for 30 years. People talking trash probably haven't even done concrete themselves.

[@zalezrealty5135]

Wow!... Imagine being a startup contractor and this happens in the first month of business... The concrete company may cover for the material and all but, still... equipment rental, labor hours, rebars... So responsible an ethical from OCC to back up his work... heck, maybe he is an occ of his customers satisfaction and work quality, and protects it with great work.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

It would be tough. It's difficult to get the concrete provider to pay. It takes a lot of money.

[@ResidenceRescueLLC]

I just framed 600 square ft, plumber tore it all out to install sump pump plumbing that wasn't needed. Watching them everyday piece it all back.

[@bryanmcrae3952]

Would resufer work ?

[@gradocchio]

David, you seem like a good guy and an honest contractor so cheers to that. On the other hand I felt the need to comment as I saw so many issues and as a concrete producer for over 40 years really dislike the "CONCRETE" gone wrong title. Can there be issues with concrete production and delivery? Absolutely. But to name the company in the video and then the "across the street didn't crack" company, you inherently stated the National is bad, Cemex (I think that's the name you used) is good. Those Shrinkage and Map cracks could have been caused by 100 different things. Were the weather conditions IDENTICAL for both pours? Same slump concrete? Same sealer? Do you know 5mph of wind, direct sun vs shade, or a slightly higher ambient temp can do exactly that to the surface vs. "across the street"? Now for the reinforcement. Is it possible the fiberglass\plastic rods have the tensile strength of steel? Absolutely. But what about bond strength? Smooth plastic vs. raised edge rebar. Let's ignore that (as I'm sure the manufacturer did) and talk about the placement. I see you tied it off into sections and will make the assumption the rods could not slide in place, good. The problem is the reinforcement, to be effective, needs to be ~2" from the surface of the concrete (5" slab) and be VERY uniform in depth. Your reinforcement all ended up stomped down to the bottom, which renders it totally useless and IF there are sections that didn't (so its up and down in the slab) it actually is worse that none at all. As for the .6 lb per CYD of microfiber per CYD, all reputable microfiber manufacturers (there are some BS off-product salesman that say different) dosage rate starts at 1.0 lb, and the reality is even a 1.0 lb. microfiber is relatively useless for anything but surface impact spalling. If you want to use fiber use 4.0+ lbs per CYD of Macro-Fiber (Forta-Ferro is excellent) and get real integral reinforcement. Your waiting two days to saw-cut can really bite you in the butt if you have two sunny\windy\hot days, shrinkage cracking will occur in the 1st 24 hours. Possibly look into a soft-cut saw to get it done early. Last but not least you offered to spray form release oil on the trowels, this is a horrible idea as just 1 drop of this oil finished into the surface of the concrete can destroy an area. Please consider a concrete course that your local NRMCA most likely puts on, you have the heart, just need a bit of guidance! Best of luck!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I did it the same as across the street, two weeks apart. That's the only difference. All jobs are on you tube. It impossible to debate or speculate. It's crystal clear.

[@ericdallolio]

oh, please, get out

[@mikeknoll1130]

I hope they gave you free mud on the second one…no other reason to crack like that and was inferior when you removed it…bummer, but the new one looks great with all the saw cuts.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I concur TY

[@aliensounddigital]

Yeah it's beautiful.

[@davidz1681]

Same thing happened to my dad's patio a few years ago. I didn't bother calling the company back because I already knew they wouldn't redo it. You're a good guy Odell.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

If the concrete is no good, it has to be replaced

[@timjones8210]

The second time is always the charm. Time is money. I appreciate the labor. Cool video

[@MrMrjauregui]

How do you address who is at fault?? $$? Awesome you honor your work!

[@larrykeenan598]

Pieces of the old concrete can be sent to a lab for testing that will determine if the mix from the plant was wrong.

[@jomangeee]

@@larrykeenan598 to the homeowner the contractor is the guarantor of the Job. unless the homeowner bought the materials. The contractor can then turn a round and get restitution from who ever is at fault. Per contract

[@mikepipher3347]

They really make you add your own fibermesh to the mix?

[@ac7438]

The customer is paying for the product why not.

[@huckleberryfinnish271]

@@ac7438 anything added by the contractor to the mix after batching would likely void the warranty

[@alfredolopez1396]

@@huckleberryfinnish271 not sure why he didn't order the concrete with fiber already mixed

[@blessedwithchallenges9917]

I thought that was weird too!

[@johnblount1347]

Wow what a man of integrity that would take care of issue with no problem at all. You have my respect

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

TY

[@ayg2199]

i always feel like the slabs are too thin. i’m used to seeing 8 inch slabs or so.

[@Zeppy007]

He never used mesh or rebar with that 1st pour! Fault is his 100 % his...

[@nerysalguero3956]

Been watching for a while and I appreciate the honest work you do. I'll be calling in the coming year or so for some work to be done at my house.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

TY

[@bonniehollingsworth1996]

Good for you to show this.

[@edwardhugus2772]

Very nice, it's like going BACK IN TIME to a day when people took pride in their work, and stood behind their work. Reputation and conscience were utmost in importance. Did National come through and take responsibility for the problem? Have a great day, sir, and thank you for being a stand up guy.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I got one load for free. TY

[@MegaGsizzle]

Damn Odell I heard you huffin and puffin quiet a lot. Work on that cardio man haha

[@henryaviles9086]

Need to use one inch minus rock for driveways there no strength in peegravel mix the bigger the rock the better

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I need to work less, and talk more

[@brantknapp7266]

Your load of concrete was put in top of expired concrete that was still in the barrel. That's why it turned to powder instead of breaking into chunks. Start taking samples at your job sites and the chance of getting bad product will stop immediately

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I believe your absolutely right

[@onetwothree4148]

And they probably had to add extra water to make up for that, which made it weaker. Looks like there was too much water on the surface

[@pulporock]

Are you able tell us the exact fibers you are using? Great work as always . Cracks are not that much of a big deal but those holes are a worry. Hmm may have too high of cement to water ratio. 4" slump is hard work. Cheers from Oz

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Contaminated load

[@joegarcia4424]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete would that be from the driver not doing a good clean out.

[@1mw4tch1ng]

Hat off to you!!!. Stand by your work and the material used. Most contractors will give excuses, take advantage of clients' lack of knowledge to prevent re-work and additional expenses.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I concur Ty

[@triplebeamdreaminful]

Was it the concrete company’s fault ?

[@RHEC1776]

Looks like It

[@HappilyHomicidalHooligan]

5:25 Based on how that's coming out, this problem is almost guaranteed to be caused by a bad concrete mix. If they're not a typical source for your mud, I'd strongly suggest you black-list them and never again use them for your projects... Depending on the costs involved, I'd also suggest Suing to recoup your costs (original pour, removal and replacement) of the concrete and man-hours and Court Costs...Causing Bad-Blood between you and the concrete supplier shouldn't be a problem if you're going to Black-List them anyways...

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Great points. Cost money and time to do all that

[@3ormorecharacterstimes2]

Wrong, I see this all the time. I drive a concrete truck and what I see is mind blowing, the concrete batch goes out to the job-site correct as to the specs the contractor orders the mix. Problem is when the truck gets there, the laborers, which 90% don't speak english add water to the mix to thin it out, not just that but in order to cut costs after forms are set they will bring in loose dirt and backfill the pour area decreasing the amount of concrete needed, this leaves a couple inches soft fill that in time will settle making the slab break. The reason they will add so much water is to make the job so much easier, just pure laziness. The bubble holes appearing is also an indication of heavy water mix as well as they didn't work the finishing very well at all.

[@hvachacker586]

Only way to fight supplying company is take sample or two from each truck before any water or fiber is added. I use to do work in SW Florida and we seen many of samples fail at testing lab. Anything on a high rise is tested. They also did not like fiber in anything greater then 3500lb. Fun when a post tension slab fails when the cables are pulled🥺

[@johnhecht42]

Love the videos, and I think you guys do some nice work, I’ve just always wondered why you trowel a driveway before a broom finish, when you can get a super clean flat finish from a mag, and a good straightedge man. I feel like troweling and brooming over works the concrete and weakens it to the point where when it fully cures in high temps you get surface cracks and Spaulding.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

It consolidates the surface and gets harder

[@davejoslin7265]

I noticed if I hit the concrete with the steel to fast I had cracking also when it is too hot I think wet curing helps. Awesome content nice to see guys stand behind their work.

[@sky173]

If you were near me, I'd have you do all of my work. Your honesty means everything.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I wish TY

[@johnmiller7544]

Homeboy called it…no Bueno

[@Losttoanyreason]

Would really piss me off to have someone mess with my reputation by providing substandard materials. The worse part is you can't charge the homeowner. It wasn't his fault. The concrete provider definitely needs to pay as it was their mix that failed. Probably should have the concrete tested to see exactly what was wrong with it.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Contaminated materials is my guess

[@groundup001]

I’m surprised the whole job wasn’t vlogged. Videos would provide at least rule out potential causes. Then process of elimination. It’s a lot of work but I always pour and leave samples with the homeowner

[@lightbulb1982]

@Lostloanyreason😆😅😄😁😂🤣 Wait till you grow up and deal with reality lmao

[@TheCorezero00]

@@lightbulb1982 oh yeah??? Exactly what do YOU claim REALITY is in a situation like this where HE DID NOT CREATE the crappy concrete that failed when it dried..... he simply poured what THEY brought him!!! He has to be able to trust that the batch plant will put out a consistent reliable product!!!! And if they don't, if they screw up somehow then they NEED to be ready to replace the bad mix with good!!!! THAT is REALITY plain and simple!!!!

[@howiehowder3238]

Beautiful work, well done !

[@diskgrind3410]

I'm not a concrete guy, however I enjoy watching jobs like this because you see the result in a matter of a few days of work. Satisfying.

[@Richardcardiel-xs2yl]

That's crazy, you should make your cement company pay for your work

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I wish

[@steveg5576]

Don't worry, word gets around. Nat'l could replace or return 100% cash (

[@seldom_seen8713]

Ready mix customers are like revolving doors. The customer always comes back after the other companys pisses them off.

[@Chequr_Prostate]

I remember back in the eighties watching some guys laying concrete on a military base in the UK, inside of a huge garage. The engineer made them lay it in a chess board pattern. First the white squares, then once it had hardened they did the black squares. The engineer said it was more structurally sound and reduced cracking significantly. I know the construction manager thought it was a nonsense lol.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Sounds like a lot of work

[@heroknaderi]

I enjoyed the video. I’m sure whoever mixed the concrete that you had to tear out probably didn’t mix the right amount of ingredients. I’m thinking the small cracks could lead to a bigger problem if left alone . Great job I enjoyed the redo😁😎👍

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I concur Contaminated materials

[@diamond6256]

Great video. GREAT JOB! I appreciate a good contractor standing by their product and job. I like the pad that is not cracked and how many control joints. Mine is a corner home with very little control or expansion joints in it and cracking. Now you know which cement company NOT to use. Hope they reimburse you for the concrete. I want that many cuts in my new driveway when I do it. Too bad you don't serve Texas.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I got the second free, but it was a loss

[@sdrammm696969]

I had the same problem on a job i end up replacing the entire driveway it was a bad quality concrete mix. Please broom it sideways, also never get the concrete from the same company even if they pay again for it, he'll no.

[@andrewferguson8032]

I was thinking the same thing. “Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me- you can’t get fooled again!”- George W Bush

[@HYUKLDER1]

Would have first drilled various core samples of that failing concrete to submit for testing against the original specification.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Very exspensive.

[@davesmith4130]

Most concrete contactors pours look like the one you tore out and they're happy with it. You're obviously a step above.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Could be TY

[@lindseyhunt1090garageb]

awesome you stood by your work. i had a garage build for me. asked for the pad to be 1 foot above grade. garage ended up being under grade. its 6 years old now and fucked. floods every year. its slanted. cracked ect. guy did nothing for me. 40k in the garbage. sucks.

[@elmerkilred159]

How do you tell the slump from the rear end of the vehicle? I've always seen slump measured from the ground.

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Eyeball it

[@WoodenSteel-J6artisan]

What’s your MIX RATIO and batching content? Is it minimum 4800 PSI - 6- 6 1/2” sack per yard?? Additives??? How much WATER did they add on site??? Was it compacted properly??

[@sheilastahl633]

This is very hard work. I just had a driveway and patio and steps poured and the way you have to work it and fast is an art.

[@-JonnyBoy-]

To hammer that all out and re pour shows you are a honest reliable company A+

[@danwaller5312]

I can’t believe your removed and replaced the concrete ! 🥳🥳🥳👍🏻 you are a classy guy! You even said “PLACED” the concrete! Amazing,!!!

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

Wow, thanks!

[@danwaller5312]

I trouble shot concrete for many years as a cement sales rep for LONESTAR , BLUE CURCLE, LAFARGE AND CONTINENTAL CEMENT COMPANIES and never met a Concrete Contractor like you.

[@raymondmiller8841]

Rare to see integrity like what you are showing and great that you didn’t run but Stead by your commitment.

[@livingstones1196]

I'm just curious to know if there are only certain applications to use gravel as base?

[@morsteen]

I've always wondered about payment options for big jobs like this. In both general contracting, and concrete in particular. Does the customer have to have the entire amount up front? Or do companies traditionally allow monthly payment options?

[@OdellCompleteConcrete]

I do work with a loan Company to get you financing.

[@morsteen]

@@OdellCompleteConcrete do most outfits do that?

[@glovefet]

17.58. what happens if a stone, dirt or a person falls onto the freshly laid concrete? can it be smoothed over or do you need more concrete to fix it?