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    Sep 11, 2004, 11:00 AM
    concrete patio
    Hello... my question:
    I'm having a new concrete patio laid, it's about 15X30'... does it need re-bar... AND gravel?
    They have the re-bar down, but not gravel.. just dirt?
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    Sep 11, 2004, 01:49 PM
    Re: concrete patio
    It may cost you more, but if you insist on having a bed of grael too, it will improve drainage and reduce the chances of it being frost heaved.

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