Project Spotlight: Multi-Family Complex in Pleasant Hill, CA
We hope everyone’s New Year is off to a fantastic start! Despite the abundance of much needed rain in January, we managed to start several large projects throughout the bay area. Our monthly spotlight for February includes a Multi-Family Apartment Project in the east bay’s Pleasant Hill that is currently in progress. We are excited […]
Concrete Project Spotlight
TARC Construction, Inc.’s Concrete Division recently completed a large concrete pour at a nursery in Morgan Hill, CA. We worked with the owner to supply the manpower to pour and finish 161,280 square feet of new concrete pavement. This project serves as an example of our team’s dedication and commitment to excellence. It was all […]
The Importance of Formwork
When it comes to placing concrete, forming it correctly is of the upmost importance. Shape, size, and alignment of the slabs, columns, beams, and other concrete elements relies heavily on the construction of the formwork. The forms must be rigid enough to maintain their designed form under construction loads. It is also critical that they […]
Meet Bill Ruiz
Introducing Bill Ruiz Operations Concrete Superintendent. I was born in Newport Beach, CA. My title at TARC is Concrete Superintendent. I got into the concrete business in 1988 because my father and 2 older siblings were cement masons. My favorite part of my job is making a difference in the community by improving the aesthetics, […]
Concrete Countdown
5 – Permits! Whether you are pouring a concrete walkway, driveway, or a decorative patio always check to see if a permit is required. Don’t let missing steps hold you back, proper planning and preparation will always pay off in the long run and make for a smoother running project. 4 – Research! Make sure […]
Project Spotlight: TARC Steel Division
The TARC Construction, Inc. Steel Division was recently contracted to perform large project at a Homeowners Association in Milpitas, CA. This project allowed us to showcase many of the services we provide: demo, asphalt, concrete, and steel. STEEL SCOPE OF WORK: With the expansion of our fabrication facility and the addition of a state-of-the-art plasma cutter, our Steel Division continues to grow along with our excitement for how far […]
How the Cost of Materials Affects the Construction Industry
Several factors have been impacting the construction industry lately, most notably an increase in rising material costs due to the recent disruption in the global supply chain. The reduction of staff and lack of shipping containers at ports has contributed to a shortage of construction materials. All of it is having a negative impact on […]
Mill and Overlay Over Milled Surface
When it comes to asphalt overlays, there is a lot to take into consideration. Not all asphalt roads and parking lots are good candidates for an overlay. The reason? Drainage, drainage, drainage. When overlaying existing asphalt, current drainage patterns may be disrupted, causing water to not drain properly. But, if a property has minimal slopes […]
Project Profile: HOA in San Jose CA
Recently, TARC Construction, Inc. was awarded a major project at a Homeowners Association in San Jose. Working closely with the Association’s management company, our senior estimator Gabe Mazotti developed a comprehensive plan to maintain the HOA’s roadways and parking lots, including plans for a pavement rehab project. With a course of action set, Gabe activated […]
Concrete vs. Asphalt
Here are some comparisons between concrete and asphalt. The initial expense to install concrete is much higher than asphalt — two to three times more. After the asphalt is installed, you can drive on it almost immediately. Concrete, on the other hand, needs up to 7 days before it can be safely driven on. Asphalt […]