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While COVID-19 presented us with necessary safety restrictions at the start of the year, we resumed our summer lunches as soon as it was safe to do so. At Central Precast, free lunches in the summer season have become an important way to boost morale...

Central Precast has launched a new precast concrete stock item called Lok Block. The block, measuring 610mm x 1220mm x 610mm (2’ x 4’ x 2’), is an affordable, easy solution for commercial and residential projects. It features voids on the bottom and nibs on...

The front of your home is your first impression so it's worth investing in. You'll boost curb appeal, increase the property value and extend your living space. Here are three landscaping upgrades you can make to take your home from drab to designer....

An outdoor dining area, a kitchen in your backyard, a BBQ, a bar – there are plenty of ways to turn your outdoor space into the go-to spot for summer family gatherings. We all know that food brings people together, so what better way to...

Whether you have a large or small area, installing an outdoor pool in your backyard is an excellent way to create a welcoming oasis for family and guests. When you add a lounge area as well, you take the whole experience to another level, transforming...

Central Precast’s knowledge and history in the architectural landscape industry goes way back to the start of the 80’s, where it was once a leading manufacturer. Central Precast was one of the first companies in Canada to purchase high-quality paver production equipment from Germany. This...

Central Precast is proud to announce that we are celebrating our 65th anniversary in 2021. A family-run business that has been built on a foundation of quality, trust, and dependability. We would not have made it to this milestone without the support of our employees,...

When you’re working on any construction project, you don’t want unexpected stoppages and delays due to extreme cold. Months with tools and equipment lying idle translates into lost revenue that cannot be recovered. While some activities - like planning or internal construction - can continue...

Central Precast was delighted to welcome local customer, Enbridge, to their Ottawa facility for a Plant Tour on February 13, 2020, before we were forced into lockdown and in-person tours had to be suspended. Central Precast hosted ten employees for the special event, which included...

With continued COVID-19 restrictions in place, we are all being forced to be creative about how to safely meet with family and close friends; many of us find ourselves using our backyards, porches and patios more. Maybe you renovated your outdoor living space this summer....