Services Offered by Concrete Companies
Concrete contractors can handle both simple repairs and big renovations. We'll explain different services they offer in the following sections.
Concrete Cleaning
Concrete cleaning helps remove contaminants, stains, dirt, and grime to enhance aesthetic appeal. It can also lengthen your surfaces' life span by preventing deterioration from trapped pollutants. The right equipment can effectively clean concrete without weakening the surface. Companies use scrubbing, pressure washing, and chemicals to restore the original gloss and color of the concrete.
Concrete Pouring
Durable and functional driveways and patios begin with a proper pouring job. Skilled concrete technicians must ensure the concrete sets evenly and appropriately, bonds correctly, and gets to the desired strength. Before they begin to pour, concrete technicians must find the ideal mix based on your job's size and Warren's weather conditions. Shaking and smoothing techniques can help remove voids for a even finish.
Concrete Reinforcement
Concrete reinforcement uses steel bars or mesh within the mixture to resist external forces, such as compression and tension. This in turn reduces the risk of structural failure, and helps the concrete bear environmental stress and heavy loads.
Concrete Sealing
Technicians can coat concrete surfaces with sealant to protect it from moisture, chemicals, and weathering. The sealant forms a barrier that prevents water intrusion and contains damage from sunlight exposure, abrasion, and freeze-thaw cycles. Sealing doesn't just extend the life of the concrete. By boosting its structural integrity, it also reduces the need for expensive maintenance and protects its visual appeal for years to come.
Concrete Repair
Specialized techniques can make damaged or deteriorating concrete beautiful and functional again. Concrete companies use precise tests and reliable techniques to address spalling, structural compromise, cracks, and erosion. In Warren, some usual suspects for concrete problems are ordinary wear and tear, subpar initial construction, or environmental factors. Technicians can use resurfacing, epoxy injections, rebar replacement, or patching to return your concrete to its healthiest, safest state.
Choosing The Right Warren, MI Concrete Company
To select the right Warren concrete contractor, weigh the key elements that lead to a successful project. These include:
- Cost: Price shouldn't be your sole determining factor. Instead, try to find a team that achieves the right balance between price and good quality work. We suggest getting at least three different bids from different companies to compare.
- Licensing and insurance: Concrete companies in Warren need a residential maintenance & alteration contractor trade license from Michigan Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Each licensee will have taken the same pre-application coursework and passed the same exam.
- Portfolio: Evaluate a company’s years of experience in the industry and ask for a portfolio of completed projects. A long track record can signal experience effectively working with concrete.
- Reviews: Check customer reviews on sites like Google Reviews and the Better Business Bureau (BBB), and try to find information on how the company keeps clients updated on projects and schedules work.
- Trade group membership: Trade groups offer certifications and accreditations showing that contractors follow professional standards and best practices. The American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) and the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC) are two of the most respected.
- Warranties: Ask each contractor about the warranties it provides for materials and labor. An extensive combined warranty can shows a contractor's commitment to high standards and confidence in its own workmanship.
Cost to Hire a Concrete Company
Hiring a residential concrete company runs varying amounts depending on the job's scale and difficulty, location, and type of concrete used. Concrete is priced at around $125 per cubic yard nationwide. Most concrete contractors quote between $110 and $165 per cubic yard.*
A full truckload of concrete can cost about $1,025–$1,395 for larger residential projects, such as a driveway replacement. Labor costs for pouring concrete range from $8–$18 per square foot of the project. It's important to note these costs are for plain concrete. Custom concrete options such as stamping, staining, and special finishes will add to the concrete project’s cost. There may be extra fees for long-distance delivery.
*Cost figures sourced from 2022 reports from multiple sources, including Concrete Network and LawnStarter.