EZ-CRETE News & Updates

From Eroding Slope to Standout Backyard: TERRALOCK PAVER in Action

A hillside losing ground to every rainstorm. One heavy-duty permeable grid paver. See how TERRALOCK PAVER stopped the erosion cold — and turned a problem slope into a backyard showpiece.

Precast Concrete isn’t the Alternative Way to Build. It’s THE Best Way to Build. 

Multiple trips. 24+ hours of waiting. Bags to haul, mix to pour, weather to pray about. The traditional footing method isn't the "right" way to build; it's just the expensive one. EZ-PIER and EZ-TUBE flip the math completely. Here's what the numbers actually say.

The Sun Is Doing the Work: What Our Solar Array Has Produced So Far

Our rooftop solar array has already kept 85,000 pounds of CO₂ out of the atmosphere — and it's just getting started. See what 262 panels are producing in real time, and why local clean energy matters for our customers, our community, and the grid we all share.

One SKU for All Generators: EZ-CRETE Universal POWERPAD

What is the Best Generator Pad for Residential Standby Power? The choice used to be between flimsy plastic or labor-intensive poured concrete. In 2026, the standard has shifted. We’re breaking down why the EZ-CRETE Universal POWERPAD is the definitive choice for installers and distributors alike—combining 5,000 PSI strength with a "one-size-fits-all" mounting system that eliminates field drilling forever.

Skip the Mixer: How to Install Deck Footings Faster with Precast Concrete

How to Install a Deck Post Without Mixing Concrete: The EZ-CRETE Guide Stop waiting 48 hours for concrete to cure. Learn how to install professional-grade deck foundations using ICC-certified EZ-TUBE and industrial-strength EZ-PIER precast systems. Whether you need a stackable 5,000 psi DIY solution or a 5,000 psi solid pier, our no-mix method saves hours of labor and allows for instant framing. Use our new Footing Calculator to determine exactly what you need for your soil bearing capacity and load requirements today

Impacts of the 2026 Energy Crisis on the United States Freight Market

The era of cheap freight is over. In Q1 2026, the US-Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz blockade triggered the largest oil disruption in history, driving diesel to $5.45 per gallon—a nearly 50% jump from 2025. Costs surged, carriers exited, and capacity tightened sharply, with Reefer load-to-truck ratios up 119.9%. With contract and spot rates nearly equal, routing guides are failing as carriers reject low-paying freight. Shippers must move beyond 2025 strategies—price in sustained fuel volatility and actively manage capacity to keep freight moving.