Wynnewood Cement Porch Water Ponding Problem Fixed

Our next Total Porch Transformation was a compbination of ponding water and the damage that it causes with freezing and thawing.

The client had water paying on their fron porch, a patchwork of cement that had settled over the years, eroding the dirt packed beneath it and quickly deteriorating the cement. The cycle of freezing and thawing raised some of the cement, causing larger cracks and more water to seep in and cause damage. Portions of the porch were 1.5" lower, causing larger pools of water to stand.

Day One

As with any job, the demolition is the first part. The original wrought iron railing was removed so that it could be reinstalled later, saving a significant portion of the budget. All of the cement porch, including the coping, was reduced to rubble and removed.

Day Two

The cement truck was ordered and delivered the right amount of cement first thing in the morning, giving the foundation the entire day (and night) to cure.

Day Three

The flagstone coping is laid out on the edge of the patio to ensure proper spacing. It is then leveled and installed with cement, giving the patio the beginning of it's new look.

Day Four - Five

The next three days we installed the flagstone porch, setting each piece individually with a random pattern. Laying down a layer of cement, each piece of flagstone is gently placed into position to ensure no air pockets remain for water to settle. We gently tap the stone, check leveling and ensure it is perfectly aligned so there are no uneven areas where water can pond.

Day Six

With all of the flagstone installed, the only thing left to do is grout between each stone and reset the railing.