Did you know that out of 12000+ miles of sidewalks in New York City , 90% of them are made of concrete? Why is concrete considered as the top choice in building sidewalks when there are many other choices out there, such as brick, asphalt, granite and bluestone etc.? Let’s first dive into concrete and see what it’s made of. Concrete is a mixture of cement, water and an aggregate which varies depending on the type of concrete required for the construction. In the case of sidewalks a rapid- hardening concrete is used which sets in a short time. So, what is it that makes concrete the Number One choice for construction companies ? Here are some reasons listed below, so read on!Once you have a concrete sidewalk installed, it can be guaranteed that it will last you decades before it requires any replacements or major repairs. It is much stronger than its competitors such as asphalt and it is actually proven that concrete gets tougher over time. Construction companies …