Concrete is ideal to use as a standard building material because of its energy efficiency, force-resistant qualities, minimal maintenance, and other structural advantages. Concrete masonry allows architectural freedom and versatility. Concrete masonry products can also use green building materials, so they have very high LEED ratings. Concrete masonry can provide high wind and hurricane safe enclosures, retaining walls and exterior decoration hardscape applications like chimneys, fireplaces, patios and walkways. Concrete materials will ensure that your home lasts for a long period.

The structural assessment of huge conventional as well as historical masonry buildings poses crucial challenges. Exterior framing is quite a straightforward process. Collecting walls on a level surface and then raising them into a place is the fastest way to build a frame. An exterior framing projector is helpful and can be used in all of the weather conditions to assist with raising walls. By using concrete and cement blocks, it is possible to create a wide variety of designs, as concrete materials can be molded into any shape. Brick masonry is solid and hollow, and is both structurally sound and decorative. The different kinds of masonry products vary in their composition as well as formation.

CCMA is a non-profit trading association for promoting the use of masonry materials in both commercial and residential construction markets. It provides advocacy, promotional assistance and education for its members. This site promotes the use of concrete masonry products in South and North Carolina. It also provides literature and educational workshops for builders and members. Our association can help you enhance the visibility of your concrete company. Please contact us for more information.