Problems with existing outdoor steps are often easy to recognise. Cracked corners, damaged edges, uneven treads, movement between sections or awkward step heights can make an entrance uncomfortable to use and may indicate that replacement should be considered. In other cases, customers have no steps at all and need access created after changes to landscaping, paths or the surrounding ground level. Building concrete stairs involves more than forming a few separate blocks. The rise and going of the steps, overall dimensions, formwork, reinforcement, preparation and connection to adjoining surfaces all need to be considered before placement. Where existing concrete occupies the area, concrete excavation may also be required. Customers in Armstrong Creek, Torquay and Ocean Grove sometimes combine new steps with footpaths or decorative concrete so the pedestrian route is planned as one connected area. This can be particularly useful around entrances where mismatched levels between paths and steps would otherwise create an awkward transition.