by Christy Heitger-Ewing
Brad Whicker, President of Whicker Construction, has always strived to build high-quality custom homes while delivering a favorable experience to his clients. Focused on detail, quality, and stellar customer service, he is committed to always doing what’s in his clients’ best interest.
“It’s no easy task building upscale custom homes and remodels,” says Whicker. “So when you find like-minded individuals to partner with, that’s a huge win.”
This is precisely what happened when Whicker was referred to Ben Driskell, owner of FLATMADE Concrete. Whicker was impressed by the way Driskell went above and beyond to execute the job. FLATMADE, the custom home exterior concrete specialist, delivers superior concrete solutions that enhance the structural integrity and aesthetic appeal of Whicker’s beautiful homes.
Driskell, a native of Hamilton County, is familiar with the area and job sites, which has enabled him to find the most efficient way to get jobs done. He’s also familiar with Indiana’s temperamental climate where temperatures fluctuate a great deal.
“Up north actually has better weather because when it gets cold, it stays cold whereas in Indiana, we go up and down, back and forth,” says Driskell. “Each one of those freeze and thaw cycles expands and contracts materials like window caulking, door seals, shingles, you name it. I pay close attention to those ups and downs because concrete will sink or separate.”
Concrete sets differently in the cold than it does in the heat, sun, and shade. Every day Driskell takes note of such variables and adjusts his concrete mix accordingly
“I quickly understood the value of Ben’s expertise and knowledge,” says Whicker, who maintains that had he not encountered Driskell he would have been at a loss to find a contractor who could have done some of his larger, high-end custom exteriors totaling over 10,000 square feet with detailed formwork concrete driveways. “When I’ve got a concrete project coming up, he’s top of mind because with Ben, I know I’m getting a better product.”
Driskell is equally impressed with Whicker. “We have common goals, views and values,” says Driskell.
“We both want to get the job done efficiently while also making it look good and last a long time.”
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