How can a homeowner repair concrete?
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Does it need to be a professional to fix concrete on a step that has deteriated around the base of the railing on a front porch when you want it to be attractive?
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Vicki here is a step by step (no pun intended) tutorial: https://www.homerepairtutor.com/cement-step-repair/
Vicki, working with concrete isn't as hard and/or intimidating as some may think so nope, it doesn't have to be a professional at all! Mog shared a great link above.
Here is another: https://www.hometalk.com/diy/repair/home-exterior/cement-step-repair-get-your-curb-appeal-back-in-one-day-3573514
Cement Step Repair: Get Your Curb Appeal Back in One Day!
Here's another one: https://www.hometalk.com/diy/repair/home-exterior/how-to-fix-chipped-concrete-steps-8765974
Fix Chipped Concrete Steps