About DenverConcrete.com
We believe hiring a concrete contractor should feel straightforward.
The ground we know, town by town
Since 1989, our team has poured concrete across the Front Range, from Longmont to Monument. The 45 communities we serve sit on four very different kinds of ground, and each one asks something different of a driveway, patio or slab. Here is where each kind is, and what we do about it.
- years of pouring concrete hereyears
- 35+
- communities, each on its own pagecommunities
- 45
- kinds of ground under themkinds of ground
- 4
Every community we serve, marked where it is and by the ground under it. Select a marker to open its page, or browse the full list below the map.
All 45 communities shown
Browse all 45 communities by ground
Expansive clay plains
River sand and gravel
Palmer Divide uplands
4 kinds of ground, 4 ways to build
Colorado ground questions →Expansive clay plains
Bentonite clay and claystone of the Denver Basin, the most common ground in the metro.
Under the slab: Remove the soft and organic soil, bring in compacted road base, set rebar on chairs, and plan joints and slope so water runs away from the house instead of soaking the clay beside it.
Foothills and tilted bedrock
Steep lots along the hogback, where claystone and shale layers tilt up toward the mountains.
Under the slab: Deeper excavation and a thicker compacted base, reinforcement sized for uneven support, and drainage that intercepts runoff above the slab, often paired with a retaining wall where the grade demands it.
River sand and gravel
Sand, gravel and silt laid down along the South Platte, Clear Creek and St. Vrain.
Under the slab: Compaction done in lifts, geotextile fabric where the native soil is soft, and a thicker section anywhere a truck, trailer or RV will park.
Palmer Divide uplands
The high ridge between Denver and Colorado Springs, roughly 6,000 to 7,300 feet, on sandy soils with clay seams.
Under the slab: Air-entrained exterior mix, proper curing, a penetrating sealer before the first winter, and a broom texture for traction on sloped driveways.
A new company, with a long track record behind it
DenverConcrete.com is a new company. The people behind it are not new to this. They have poured driveways, patios and slabs across the Front Range since 1989 as Sam The Concrete Man, and that is where our 35+ years of experience comes from.
The reviews on this site were earned during those years, and we credit them that way.
Experience makes a difference
After 35+ years in concrete, you learn where details matter. You learn what shortcuts cost later, which solutions make sense for different properties, and how to help customers make good decisions without making a project more complicated than it needs to be.
That experience shapes the way we approach every job.
You should understand your options, know what you’re paying for, and feel confident about the work happening on your property. So we combine proven concrete expertise with clear recommendations, consistent communication, and a process built around you.
- Quality Craftsmanship
- Honest Recommendations
- Clear Communication
- Quality Materials
- Local Expertise
We Look Beyond the Pour
Good concrete starts underneath the surface. We consider preparation, drainage, site conditions, layout, and how you’ll actually use the finished space before installation begins.
We Help You Make the Right Call
You don’t need to arrive knowing concrete. Tell us what you want to accomplish, and we’ll explain your options and recommend what makes sense for your property, priorities, and budget.
We’ll Always Keep You in the Loop
You shouldn’t have to chase your contractor for answers. We set clear expectations and keep communication straightforward throughout your project.
The result is simple: you get an experienced concrete team focused not only on how your project looks when we’re finished, but on how well it serves you afterward.
A straightforward path to better concrete
- 01
Consult
Tell us what you’re planning. We’ll look at your space, learn what you need, and talk through the best options for your project.
- 02
Plan
We’ll work through the important details, including layout, finish, site preparation, drainage, and any specific considerations.
- 03
Install
Our concrete professionals prepare the site and complete your installation using proven methods and quality materials.
- 04
Final Walkthrough
We’ll review the completed work with you, answer your questions, and make sure you know how to care for your new concrete.