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Introduction

Concrete is an essential material in the construction world, particularly for commercial properties. Its durability, versatility, and affordable cost make it a prime choice for many large-scale projects. This comprehensive guide aims to provide an in-depth understanding of concrete, offering valuable insights into concrete grinding services, concrete foundation services, concrete finishing services, and the comparison of paving versus concrete driveways.

Concrete and Its Importance

As the primary material used for constructing commercial properties, concrete holds a significant role for builders, architects, and property owners alike. Its strength and resilience against environmental factors are unsurpassed. More importantly, the flexibility it provides for design and functionality renders it indispensable for commercial construction projects.

Concrete Grinding Services

One facet of concrete usage that particularly stands out is concrete grinding. Concrete grinding services involve the smoothing and polishing of concrete surfaces. This process is integral in preparing surfaces for further applications – use in repairing damaged concrete slabs, correcting uneven surfaces, and removing surface imperfections. The concrete grinding process is often combined with concrete sealing to protect the surface and prolong its lifespan.

Investing in professional concrete grinding services brings numerous benefits to commercial properties. It promotes a safer working environment by reducing the potential for accidents caused by uneven or damaged surfaces. Efficiency is also improved, as smoother surfaces facilitate easier movements of machinery and personnel. Additionally, it enhances the aesthetic appeal of the property, creating a cleaner and more professional appearance.

Paving vs Concrete Driveway

An essential aspect to consider when developing commercial properties is the choice between a paving or concrete driveway. While both have their unique attributes, concrete driveways often prove to be more cost-effective and resilient in the long run.

Concrete driveways, unlike their paved counterparts, endure heavy traffic, extreme weather conditions, and require less frequent maintenance. They also provide a universal aesthetic appeal, blending seamlessly with a variety of building designs. All these factors contribute to making concrete driveways a reliable choice for commercial property owners.

Concrete Foundation Services

A building is as strong as its foundation, and for many commercial properties, this foundation is constructed using concrete. Concrete foundation services encompass designing and laying down a strong base for a commercial property. It involves factors like soil analysis, formwork construction, concrete pouring, and curing.

Professional concrete foundation services ensure a building’s stability and longevity. These services evaluate potential ground issues and address them before laying down the foundation, reducing future maintenance costs and issues that could risk the structure’s integrity.

Concrete Finishing Services

To conclude our journey through understanding the world of concrete, we delve into concrete finishing services. This process is what gives concrete its smooth and professionally-finished look, closing the pores and creating a sealed surface.

Concrete finishing services play a crucial role in enhancing the durability and appearance of concrete constructions. These services can provide various finishes including broomed, exposed aggregate, and stamped, all adding unique textures and aesthetics to your concrete structures.

Conclusion

As we have seen, concrete plays a vital role in the development and maintenance of commercial properties. Its versatility, strength, and longevity make it an optimum choice for various applications including, but not limited to, grinding, foundations, and driveways.

Investing in professional concrete services ensures not only the aesthetic appeal of commercial properties but also their safety, efficiency, and longevity. If you are considering embarking on a commercial property construction or renovation project, remember the crucial role that concrete can play and the host of benefits it offers.

To maximize the potential of your commercial property, do not hesitate to reach out and explore professional concrete services and how they can contribute to your project’s success. After all, a solid investment in concrete today lays the foundation for a secure, efficient, and aesthetically pleasing property tomorrow.

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About Point Lakeview, Michigan

History

Chesterfield Township was originally established as a general law township in 1842. It became a charter township in 1989.

The original European-American settlement in the area was a hamlet called Chesterfield, first settled in 1830. When the Grand Trunk Railway came through in 1865, it stimulated the development of businesses in the hamlet. It had a post office from 1875 until 1907, but has since lost its specific identity.

Geography

Chesterfield Township is in eastern Macomb County and is bordered on the north by Lenox Township and the village of New Haven; on the east by Ira Township in St. Clair County, and by the village of New Baltimore; on the southeast by Anchor Bay, which is a part of Lake St. Clair; on the south by Harrison Township; and on the west by Macomb Township.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 30.6 square miles (79 km), of which 27.6 square miles (71 km2) are land and 3.0 square miles (7.8 km), or 9.85%, are water.

Much of Chesterfield Township is dominated by suburban subdivisions and shopping developments; its population is increasingly diverse, reflecting area demographic changes. In 2010 some 89% of the population identified as non-Hispanic whites; in the late 20th century, the largely rural township had an even higher percentage of whites. Anchor Bay influences the southeastern part of the community, where many pleasure boats, docks, and marine-related businesses can be found.

Communities

There are nine unincorporated communities in the township and no incorporated villages:

  • Anchor Bay Gardens is located off Jefferson Avenue at Sunrise Street and Jans Drive (42°38′34″N 82°48′45″W / 42.64278°N 82.81250°W / 42.64278; -82.81250; Elevation: 571 ft./174 m.).
  • Anchor Bay Harbor is located on Jefferson Avenue south of Anchor Bay Gardens, between Sugerbush and Cotton roads (42°39′19.1″N 82°47′56.7″W / 42.655306°N 82.799083°W / 42.655306; -82.799083; Elevation: 577 ft./176 m.).
  • Anchor Bay Shores is located off Jefferson Avenue, south of Anchor Bay Harbor between William P. Rosso Highway and 21 Mile Road (42°38′08″N 82°49′00″W / 42.63556°N 82.81667°W / 42.63556; -82.81667; Elevation: 581 ft./177 m.)
  • Chesterfield is located on M-3 from 23 Mile Road to 22 Mile Road. (42°39′46″N 82°50′33″W / 42.66278°N 82.84250°W / 42.66278; -82.84250; Elevation: 607 ft./185 m.)
  • Chesterfield Shores is near the border with City of New Baltimore north of Jefferson Avenue and south of M-29/23 Mile Road (42°40′12″N 82°45′41″W / 42.67000°N 82.76139°W / 42.67000; -82.76139 ; Elevation: 587 ft./179 m.).
  • Fairchild was located in the southern portion of the township. It had a post office starting in 1906.
  • Lottivue is located between Jefferson Avenue, Lake Saint Clair, Brandenburg Park and Schneider Road (42°39′34″N 82°45′43″W / 42.65944°N 82.76194°W / 42.65944; -82.76194 ; Elevation: 577 ft./176 m.).
  • Milton is located at Gratiot Avenue and 24 Mile Road (42°41′21″N 82°49′19″W / 42.68917°N 82.82194°W / 42.68917; -82.82194; Elevation: 607 ft./185 m.) and once was a station on the Grand Trunk Railroad. The first post office in the township was established here in 1837 in the house of Robert O. Milton, with the name of “New Haven Post Office”. When this was moved to New Haven, Alfred D. Rice established another post office in Milton. That post office closed at some point, and another was opened in January 1856, with Edmund Matthews as postmaster. This office operated until July 1904. Milton was home to a school, three churches, a doctor, a blacksmith, and a couple of saloons. The last saloon survived until 2004, when it was torn down, at that time it was known as the “Teddy Bear Bar.” The school, known as Milton School, was incorporated into another building, which was torn down in 2002.
  • Point Lakeview is located southwest of Lottivue between the Salt River and Lake Saint Clair.
  • Sebille Manor is located northwest of Anchor Bay Harbor between Sugarbush and Donner roads (42°39′40″N 82°48′44″W / 42.66111°N 82.81222°W / 42.66111; -82.81222; Elevation: 587 ft./179 m.).

Demographics

As of the 2010 census Chesterfield Township had a population of 43,381. The racial and ethnic composition of the population was 89.5% non-Hispanic white, 5.3% African American, 0.4% Native American, 1.0% Asian, 0.1% non-Hispanics from some other race, 1.8% from two or more races, and 2.4% Hispanic or Latino.

As of the census of 2000, there were 37,405 people, 13,347 households, and 10,076 families residing in the township. The population density was 1,341.7 inhabitants per square mile (518.0/km2). There were 13,967 housing units at an average density of 501.0 per square mile (193.4/km). The racial makeup of the township was 93.43% White, 2.97% African American, 0.40% Native American, 0.76% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.87% from other races, and 1.56% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.52% of the population.

There were 13,347 households, out of which 43.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.1% were married couples living together, 9.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.5% were non-families. 19.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.78 and the average family size was 3.22.

In the township 29.8% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 36.4% from 25 to 44, 19.3% from 45 to 64, and 6.6% was 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $61,630, and the median income for a family was $69,554. Males had a median income of $50,834 versus $30,275 for females. The per capita income for the township was $24,410. About 3.9% of families and 4.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.8% of those under age 18 and 3.8% of those age 65 or over.

Government

The township is governed by a board of trustees and a township supervisor. Heavenly Ann Frederick gained presidency in the 2020 election and still holds office.

Fire department

Chesterfield Township is served by a mix of career and part-time firefighters, under the direction of the Public Safety Director, and supervision of a full-time chief. The department staffs two stations 24/7.

Education

Chesterfield Township is primarily covered by two school districts: the Anchor Bay School District, and L’Anse Creuse Public Schools. A small portion of the northern part of the township is also zoned to New Haven Community Schools.

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