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Can you get concrete poured in winter in Melbourne?

rajavamsi
Growing in Experience

Can you get concrete poured in winter in Melbourne?

I am considering my driveway extension by a. Removing the black marked area and b. Concreating the area identified in Orange.

 

I have got a simple question - Would there be any difference in getting the concreting undertaken during winter months of Melbourne to summer months in Melbourne or it does not matter.

 

Appreciate any feedback / suggestion please.

 

 

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MitchellMc
Bunnings Team Member
Bunnings Team Member

Re: Can you get concrete poured in winter in Melbourne?

Hi @rajavamsi,

 

It is possible to pour concrete in winter, but typically, it's best if the temperatures remain above 5°C during the curing period. If the temperature drops to freezing, then significant issues can occur, such as cracking. Taking a look at the forecast, you'll see a number of nighttime lows below the 5°C threshold in Melbourne.

 

If you can wait, I suggest planning this portion of your project for when the weather warms up.

 

Please let me know if you have any questions.

 

Mitchell

 

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rajavamsi
Growing in Experience

Re: Can you get concrete poured in winter in Melbourne?

Thank you @MitchellMc 

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