EZ-CRETE News & Updates

A Season of Gratitude at EZ-CRETE

This season, our team shares what they’re grateful for—revealing the strength, unity, and purpose that fuel EZ-CRETE. Their reflections highlight the heart behind our work and the culture that keeps us growing together. We’re deeply grateful for every member of our team; EZ-CRETE simply wouldn’t be who we are without the people who make us whole.

Precast Concrete Generator Pads: Why Permanent Non-Combustibility Outlasts Composite Fire-Retardant Failure

When it comes to your generator foundation, the pad underneath matters just as much as the unit you install. Many composite pads may look compliant on Day 1 — but as UV rays, weathering, and time kick in, their fire-retardant chemistry begins to break down. Compare that with the unmatched advantage of precast concrete: inherently non-combustible, weather-proof, and built to last decades.

When Mike Rowe Meets EZ-PAD: Solving Real-World Foundation Problems the EZ Way

EZ-PAD in action with Groundworks! Learn how this precast concrete foundation pad eliminates mixing, curing, and delays — solving real-world foundation repair challenges with strength, speed, and simplicity.

EZ-CRETE vs. Composite: Engineering the Long-Term Performance of Generator Pads

You’ve invested thousands in a standby generator—but its long-term reliability depends on the pad beneath it. While lightweight composite and plastic pads are marketed for convenience, they’re not engineered to survive years of UV exposure and freeze–thaw abuse. This article breaks down the science behind composite pad failure—chalking, cracking, and loss of structural integrity—and explains why a 5,000 PSI EZ-CRETE POWERPAD® precast concrete base performs like a permanent foundation, protecting your generator investment for the long haul.

Employee Spotlight — Mikayla Murphy 

Bringing more than four years of customer service and five years of merchandising expertise, Mikayla Murphy has already made a remarkable impression in her short time with EZ-CRETE. Her energy, drive to learn, and “get-it-done” attitude shine through in everything she does. Mikayla takes pride in doing quality work and making every interaction with customers meaningful—living out EZ-CRETE’s core principle of providing exceptional customer service. We’re lucky to have her on the team—get to know Mikayla and what fuels her passion for great work.

Beyond the Basics: Innovative Projects You Can Build with Value Blocks

From retaining walls to landscape bins, EZ-CRETE Value Blocks are the ultimate multi-purpose building solution. Born from sustainable ingenuity, these heavy-duty precast blocks turn leftover concrete into durable, functional structures for contractors, landscapers, and builders alike. Discover how customers are using Value Blocks in creative, resourceful ways — from stunning container home retaining walls to organized supply yards.