Older concrete may develop extensive cracks, worn sections, damaged edges or an appearance that no longer works with improvements made elsewhere around the home. Customers may search for ways to replace a cracked driveway or improve an outdated outdoor concrete area before they know which decorative option they want. Where existing material needs to be removed, concrete excavation can be completed before preparation for the replacement surface begins. Formwork, base preparation, reinforcement, concrete placement and finishing all contribute to the result. Decorative surfaces also make consistency around edges and adjoining areas particularly noticeable. For properties in Armstrong Creek, Torquay and Ocean Grove, decorative concrete may be considered as part of driveway work, pedestrian paths or outdoor improvements. Exposed aggregate is closely related and can be appropriate where the customer wants the aggregate itself to become part of the visible finish. Planning connected concrete areas together can also reduce awkward transitions between different sections of the property.