Frequently Asked Qusetions

WHAT ARE CONCRETE BLOCKS USED FOR?
The most common uses for concrete blocks are: building walls for garages, basements, crawl spaces and commercial buildings.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PAVING STONES AND RETAINING WALL STONES, OR BLOCKS AND FLAGSTONES?
1. Paving Stones: Paving bricks, or patio blocks, are typically man-made of colored concrete or clay brick. Various dimensions, and random sizing are available in a variety of textures, patterns and colors
2. Retaining Wall Stones: Retaining wall stones or blocks are man-made concrete units available in various sizes and colors and are used to support landscape elevations, for example, to prevent erosion or to level and extend uneven landscapes. They are also used to retain raised flower beds if so desired.
3. Flagstone: Flagstone is created from naturally occurring, quarried rock by splitting or slicing off thin, (1/4” to 1/2” ) irregular shapes. Flagstone is primarily used for walk-ways or patios.

WHAT IS NATURAL STONE AND HOW DOES IT COME?
Ludington Concrete Products carries a large variety of natural stone products. Natural stone occurs in, where else, nature and is quarried to be used in a number of ways. The stone is delivered to Ludington Concrete Products on pallets and is pre-cut into various sized. Clients then have the opportunity to view the stone, pick out the pieces and either have us deliver them or take the stone with them. There are two ways we weigh the stone for you: either by the pound or by the ton.

WHAT IS AGGREGATE?
Aggregate is formed when large rocks are crushed leaving a mix of small, (up to 1”-1/2”), stones and sand. Aggregate is available most commonly in bulk. However, there are some patio blocks or stones and other landscape products that may have an aggregate texture.

WHAT CAN BE SEEN AND PURCHASED AT THE LUDINGTON CONCRETE PRODUCTS YARD?
1. A wide variety of man-made and natural concrete products. We have the ability to show you what’s on hand or what we can get for you. In stock and purchase some items to get you started and we’ll order or make! Product just for you.
2. Ludington Concrete Products offers landscaping and building products like: chimney blocks, flues and fireplace materials, pre-cast fire-rings for outdoor use as well as pre-cast foundations for headstones in a large variety of sizes. We even have pre-cast parking bumpers. Ludington Concrete offers cement and mortar products, tools, tapes and brushes. And don’t forget about the glass blocks.

WHAT IF I NEED SOMETHING THAT YOU DON’T CARRY IN STOCK?
1. Many items can be special ordered, such as:
i. a particular style or color of cultured and natural stone.
ii. Tools
iii. Fireplace doors, grates and other accessories.

2. Please be aware of shipping dates and charges that vary for special orders

WHAT IS CULTURED STONE AND HOW IS IT USED?
1. Cultured stone is man-made. It is shaped and colored to resemble natural stone products. Cultured stone can be applied as a finish for inside or outside projects. Ludington Concrete Products stocks cultured stone in several styles and colors from two sources that are well recognized in the industry. Also, numerous other styles and colors are available by special order. Deliver usually falls within two weeks but may vary a bit.
2. When you stop in to our location, ask to view our brochures and catalogs for ideas and some instructions.

CAN DO-IT-YOURSELFER’S SHOP AT LUDINGTON CONCRETE PRODUCTS?
Absolutely! We would love to help you with you project, from ideas to colors to picking the right stones for the right job.

WHAT IF I’M NOT SURE EXACTLY WHAT I NEED OR HOW TO APPLY IT?
Someone is available to assist the do-it-yourselfers or the contractors in order to figure out just what’s needed, how much and what will work best for the application you have in mind. Usually if dimensions and location of a project are described to us, we can give an estimate of quantity and cost of materials, as well as application instructions. Because our sales staff are familiar with our products, most questions can be answered and problems anticipated and solved.

WILL YOU DELIVER MY MATERIALS TO MY HOME OR JOB-SITE?
Yes, we will. We own a small fleet of trucks and delivery equipment. Delivery costs depend on size of the load, distance and fuel prices and will be determined before the delivery is made. Currently small loads, ( less than six pallets of material) delivered at a distance of 15 miles or less, will cost $55 - $65 an hour. For distances over 15 miles, add $2 a mile one-way.