Midwest Concrete Inc. is a family-owned concrete contracting company based in Terre Haute, Indiana. Founded in 2005, the company handles a wide range of projects, from small sidewalk installations to large-scale industrial floors. No job is too small or too large for Midwest Concrete. However, as Owner Jim Mattick points out, their biggest challenge isn’t the size of the project, but the weather—particularly rain and cold temperatures. As Mattick puts it—weather can be their worst enemy.
Concrete is a costly material, and poor weather conditions can quickly turn into a costly mistake, sometimes amounting to thousands of dollars. Weather-related issues can lead to the need for expensive repairs, but with the right forecasting tools, these risks can be minimized.
That’s where Clarity by BAM Weather comes in. Jim Mattick has relied on Clarity for years, using the platform daily to track weather patterns and ensure his projects stay on schedule.
“As a small business, it’s crucial to have a service that’s reliable,” Mattick explained. “Anytime I need it, I can text them and get an accurate forecast.”
Clarity’s long-range forecasts are especially valuable during the winter months, giving Mattick and his team a heads-up on weather trends weeks or even months in advance. The daily forecast videos, both long-range and regional, also provide critical insight into upcoming conditions that could impact work.
While Mattick uses all the tools Clarity has to offer, he says the standout feature is the ability to chat one-on-one directly with a meteorologist.
“The best feature, period, is being able to talk to a meteorologist about the weather leading up to a big concrete pour,” Mattick said. This level of personalized service helps ensure the company’s projects stay on track, regardless of the weather.