Precision Concrete Pumping’s FAQs
Well-Informed Customers Are Happy Customers
In an effort to keep our customers well-informed before, during and after our work has been completed, Precision Concrete Pumping Ltd. invites you to take a few moments to view the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions. Should you not see the answer to your specific question listed, please feel free to contact us!
Q. Why should I use a concrete line pump?
A. Using a concrete line pump helps to ensure city sidewalks’ infrastructures, so you are less likely to worry about replacement costs at the cost of the builder/trades professional.
Concrete pumping is also ideal for jobs where time and access restrictions are a problem, for example:
- If the mixer truck is not able to get close enough to pour the concrete into the required location
- If you don’t have the manpower to wheelbarrow the concrete to the required location or if the ground surrounding your pour site is not suitable to use wheelbarrows
- If your pour site is located within a building, under old growth trees or power lines, underground or at a height restricted area
- If city/neighbourhood bylaws will not allow concrete mixer trucks to cross municipal sidewalks
- If you need your project done quickly due to being behind schedule
Q. What information do I need to provide when booking a job with Precision Concrete Pumping?
A. We will require the following information to be able to serve you as efficiently and as safely as possible:
- Contact name
- Company name
- Job date & time
- Jobsite address
- Type of job to be pumped
- Type of concrete to be pumped
- Rough estimate of lineal feet of hose required from where the pump will be parked
- Specific jobsite requirements & directions to the site if the address is not to be found on a map
Q. What information do I need to provide when ordering concrete from a concrete supplier?
A. It is important that you inform your concrete supplier that you will be utilizing a concrete line pump. Additionally, please consider doing the following:
- Ensure that you order an additional ½ meter of concrete to accommodate for the hopper and hoses.
- Ensure they provide a concrete mix with rock no larger than 14mm (3/8”) or smaller for the 2½” diameter hose.
Q. How far can a concrete pump hose reach?
A. Our line pumps carry hose to reach 250 feet. The possibility of further extensions can be discussed.
Q. Can you pump upwards or to additional stories of buildings or houses?
A. Yes, we are able to pump concrete uphill (or downhill) and to additional building levels. We can also go upstairs or pump vertically up walls to get to additional heights. Ultimately, we are able to work with just about any jobsite set-up to be able to move concrete to wherever you need it placed.
Q. Is concrete pumping messy?
A. Concrete pumping is one of the cleanest ways to move/deliver concrete. Unlike wheelbarrows that can tip over, line pump hoses ensure spillages between the truck and the pour site is minimal to none. We always recommend preparing poly or a tarp underneath the hopper should you want to control any chance of mess or potential clean-up.
Q. Can you pump concrete in all weather?
A. Yes, we can pump concrete all year round. In the winter we might need to insulate the hoses but it won’t stop us delivering your concrete. Remember to take the appropriate precautions when pouring in cold conditions.
Q. Is there a minimum amount of concrete required to pump?
A. No, we can pour any amount of concrete. Contact us to discuss your particular requirements.
Q. What access do you need to pump concrete?
A. The concrete line pump and concrete mixer truck will need a relatively level area to park on. The combination of the truck, line pump and the concrete mixer truck will be approximately 80 feet (20 meters) long, or around 4-5 cars in length.
Q. Is concrete pumping more expensive?
A. Hiring a concrete line pump will be an additional cost to your project, however it can also save money when utilized correctly with an experienced company. Pumping is quicker and easier, so you save time and money on labour.
