History
What year and month did Allied Outdoor Solutions start?
September of 2009
How many PSI is a concrete paver?
Over 8,000 PSI
What is the average ticket with a rendering?
Over $100k in 2023
How long has the most tenured Carvestone crew been working with Allied?
14 years.
How many inches is 5cm coping?
2.25 inch
From what country does most granite get imported from?
Brazil
How many projects has Allied successfully completed AND how much revenue has Allied generated since it's inception?
Over 20,000 and $300,000,000 in revenue
What ingredients make up concrete?
Concrete is comprised of sand, gravel/aggregate, water and CEMENT
How many sprinkler heads will a carvestone crew cap?
0
How many belt buckles did AOS earn in 2021
72
How thick is pool plaster?
3/8" to 3/4"
What is difference between grout and mortar?
Many tiling/stone projects fail (and sometimes fall) due to improper choice of mortar and grout. Mortar is what makes the tile/stone stick. Grout is the filler applied between the tile spaces to fill and seal the gaps. The main difference between mortar and grout is the amount of water in the mix AND Mortar often contains hydrated lime; grout usually contains little if any hydrated lime.
How many different Golden Roller winners have their been over the years?
10 (Drew Williams, Josh Teekell, Brandon Redmerski, Mike Martin, Jordan Winar, Matthew Bennett, Joey Hoerr, Ryan Schick, David Lucht, Jack Henz (2023?))
What does ICPI stand for?
Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute
Certification includes:
(minimum amount of work, sq/ft, and classes)
What are the 3 "P"'s and what order are they presented in every opportunity?
Lowest Monthly Payment
Promotion
Price (total)
What semi-professional baseball team does Aaron Harris play for?
San Antonio Roses
When can you put your vacuum/Polaris back in your pool after re-plastering?
28-30 days
What two components make up a 'string level'?
String and Level (most commonly a water level)https://drive.google.com/file/d/1A6GNntcNKpNdsJAA6g30Bs1sqnBa-7Ul/view?usp=sharing
What is the highest elevation Carvestone has been laid?
20 floors (Magnolia Hotel, Houston)
14 floors (Mokara Hotel, San Antonio...technically this might be at a higher elevation)
How far apart should expansion joints be placed in concrete?
10-12 feet - this is why on older driveways you will see cracks down the center of driveway if no expansion joints were placed.
What does an LVL stand for?
Laminated Veneer Lumber
Who at AOS has bowled multiple perfect 300 games?
Jack Henz
In a salt water pool, what chemical sanitizes the water?
Chlorine
Over what height do retaining walls need to be engineered?
3 feet
What year did the pricer get released?
January 2020
What 4 ways can concrete be brought back to a clients backyard?
Wheelborrow, concrete buggie (Georgia Buggy), line pump, or boom truck
How much revenue have we created this year with the 180 month option?
Over $6m in revenue
Which team and in what year did Chad Lee win a MLB World Series in?
Kansas City Royals - 2015
What year was the Virginia Graeme Baker Act brought into legislation?
2002 - The Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act is a United States law named after Graeme Baker, who died in an accident in June 2002, when the suction from a spa drain entrapped her under the water. She was the daughter of James and Nancy Baker and the granddaughter of former Secretary of State James Baker III
On average, how many hours will an LED landscape light last?
15,000 hours
What major league manager are we doing a project for currently?
Buck Showalter - New York Mets
What does the number on rebar mean? ie #3 rebar vs #4 rebar
It is the size of rebar divisible by 8. #4 rebar is 4/8 rebar or half inch.
How much build up does it typically require to redirect drainage with carvestone?
0" or NONE - Carvestone is not a product used to redirect drainage
What project consultant has been in a cage with grown lions and tigers that were seen in 'Tiger King'?
Stephen Clifton
Why should a gas heater never be installed near a window that can open or un-ventilated shed/bar?
Carbon monoxide poisoning
When an irrigation system zone switches off, where does the water left in the line(s) to the heads drain out?
From the lowest head in the zone. (Clients often think it’s leaking, for this reason.)
What are Allied Outdoor Solutions 9 core values? (Without looking anywhere and in only one text box)
From what rock does marble and travertine form out of?
LIMESTONE. Travertine is honed and marble is not (no holes). Marble can be sandblasted to ensure safety around a pool. Both are ADA compliant.
What percentage of total revenue dollars did AOS finance in 2022?
66%
Did you know that 2019, AOS only financed $4mm and over $20mm already in 2023
What current or previous governor has Carvestone on his back patio?
Rick Perry
What happens if you stop the hose when filling up you after getting it resurfaced?
A hydration ring where it stops.
What stone does travertine and marble come from?
Limestone