Flower Scars on a new driveway concrete.

Terry: another approach would be to paint the "flower scars" with concrete paint -- and CELEBRATE them!!

I don't blame you for not wanting scars or patches all over your newly poured concrete, Terry. I would check with other concrete contractors to see how they would deal with this problem. Personally, I think it was sloppy work on the part of the workers doing the pour. Good luck, I hope you get this resolved.

I believe it could be resurfaced, rather than patched. The debris should have been removed while they were working the finish on the concrete. It is a sloppy job. Discuss with the contractor what other options he can offer. Let's face it, concrete sidewalks, patios, porches, etc. are all done outside and I've never seen a mess like this. I thinking patching would be just as bed. I'm no expert, but, we just had a new sidewalk put in, with a tree nearby, traffic going by, wind blowing, and that one guy put a perfect finish on our long sidewalk. Insist on the best option possible. Good luck and stay safe!

Hi Terry. I can certainly see why you're upset. That is a terrible application especially because I know how expensive a concrete driveway costs. I would start by complaining to the contractor. If you don't get 100% satisfaction, go above his head to the owner of the company. Still not satisfied, contact the BBB. And write a review on their web site. Include these pics if you can. Good luck Terry. I hope all this works out for you.

Patching would be the only solution. Let the contractor do the work and see if it's to your satisfaction. Also ask for some kind of discount due to his workers negligence

Hello there,

Maybe it would have been better to have chosen a time when the tree was bare, therefore you would not have had the problem. This is a difficult one to answer, Who's fault is it?? Maybe live with it or let the contractor try to help! The only way to get a perfect drive in this situation would be to use a fine net to completely cover the tree, or cut it down or as I said first of all, choose a time when the tree will not be a problem!

I would first see the final result. I cant imagine anyone being happy with that surface. But I would image this happens a lot unless they only work certain times of the year. You can let them know your concerns now and if the results are not good withhold final payment until it is fix to your satisfaction.

That's ridiculous. They should have blown the tree first to get all the loose stuff off from falling and after the pour they should have covered with plastic. How many years have they been in business?...you would think that would be common practice. Plastic is used a lot after a pour. I would complain again. If they said they will patch it, have them come out again. Not sure patching will hold up but maybe you can get some money off. That's infuriating.

We have been burned before with outdoor contractors. I then made a list of questions I will be asking the next time we are dealing with contractors on the first day of the "free quote". Anyway, here is my blog post https://karupp-did.net/patio-contractor-deceit-questions/

I hope this list of questions helps you in some way. I know it is a completely different situation but take it for the next time you get contractors coming in and if it helps you then, Great!.

We have to treat contractors as if they are in an interview when we first meet with them. We tend to always look at them as the experts and we need to start questioning more.

I would tell him to patch it first then re-pour more concrete over the top of it all- otherwise it will be mismatched - sorry he didn't do a better job for you

Sad to say the patches may not adhere to a driveway with a skim coat to cover the dents put in by the tree. I agree they should have used plastic to cover if the tree was loosing blossoms. Skim coating concrete will never last as long as a fresh pour.

I would let the contractor do what he recommends but document everything that's been done. Maybe you'll be pleased with the patch results and the problem resolved.. If not, then keep talking with the contractor, it really is his job to make you happy within reason. It's great that he's willing to work with you so far.

I'd definitely call and get them to fix it!

just a skim coat will never last they really need to redo it all, poorly done job, you should put stop on the payment until it's right like you expect it to be or take them to small claims court this should have never happened.

I dont think you will want to patch this ...it will wash away with rain I would advice to add coat to entire surface