"We recently had Rolland Cement do our stamped concrete pool deck and some driveway/sidewalk tear out and replacement. Rolland did our stamped concrete patio a couple years ago and it was awesome so we wanted to match it at the pool. Greg and his crew did not disappoint and the job came out exactly how we hoped. We would highly recommend Rolland Cement for any of your concrete needs."
"The inspector came out and looked at leaking wall and other walls with signs of moisture. He explained in easy terms for me to understand about the project."
"We have a crack in our basement wall & need to stable it before it gets worse. Andy Hess spent almost two hours walking me through each option. When he left I felt I had enough knowledge of the problem and had a few different options for a solution."
"Sadid and crew did excellent job making a sidewalk. They recommended fiber concrete, stronger with less cracking.
Price was good value and project finished quickly and workmanship was excellent.
I can strongly recommend this company."
"I obtained several estimates for repairing a crack in my garage floor. The Lift and Level representative examined the garage and told me that the crack in the floor was a symptom of bigger problems with my garage foundation, and he advised me to look into that before repairing the floor. Subsequent investigations proved that his assessment was correct. (Another concrete leveling company simply gave me an estimate for repairing the floor, which would not have helped at all.) I was impressed with the representative's expertise and honesty, and grateful for his help in determining the correct solution for my problem. "
"They were very busy when we contracted them. Communication was lengthy but once work scheduled it was Great Quality and they rebuilt a wall next to our garage and it's beautiful! Courtious, skillful, Value and Completed outcome! "
"They were very good, and were the most affordable. Tony was very knowledgeable, and did a very nice job sealing it because they also had to seal the concrete against my brick wall, and actually did it beveled so it'd look nice."
"We selected Arbor Brickworks based primarily on their high rating on Angie's list. Their estimate of the rather extensive work to be done on our three story chimney and rebuild of the courtyard walls and adding limestone caps to both seemed very reasonable. They performed all the work as detailed to us in a highly professional and timely manner and within budget. We give them our highest recommendation because we believe you will experience the same total satisfaction with their work. "
"Lee, Kevin and their crew were a pleasure to work with. After coming to inspect what was needed for our chimney we asked whether they would be able to fix a cemented stone retaining wall that is 10 ft x 25 ft and 2 ft thick. They came up with a plan to totally rebuild the top 2 ft of the wall and repair and tuck point any loose mortar in the lower sections. They thoroughly explained what was happening throughout the whole process and were very honest and fair to work with. The new chimney damper is very efficient and the rock wall looks great. I would definitely work with them again. "
"Colorado Outdoor Services was fantastic. They worked with us to come up with a project design that was within our budget to address erosion on a steep slope and to regrade the front yard. Good communication, and they showed up when they said they would. Worked hard until job was completed. Finished design looks awesome. Thank you!!"
For handy homeowners, concrete projects are DIYable, and DIYing is a good way to save on the cost of a concrete slab, walkway, or other concrete work. If you’re completing a larger project or one that’s subject to building codes, you should always hire a professional to ensure the job is done safely and correctly.
The ideal base for concrete is even, firm, and permeable to encourage drainage. Depending on your project's weight requirements, a combination of gravel, sand, or other aggregates is best. While you can technically pour concrete over grass, dirt, or an old piece of concrete, you risk threatening the concrete's stability.
Costs depend on material type, labor rates, and additional features like decorative finishes or reinforcement.
Any bowing in a basement wall indicates a problem that needs to be addressed by a professional. If your basement wall bows more than 1 inch, it's time for an inspection. Generally, a wall can bow up to 30% of its thickness (around 2.5 inches for an 8-inch-thick wall) before it becomes an urgent situation. Bowing of 2 to 4 inches is more straightforward to fix than bowing of more than 4 inches, which will require significant repairs. If the bowing is more than 6 inches, the wall will likely need to be replaced. The sooner you address the problem, the easier and less expensive the repair will be.
In most cases, you will need a building permit for cement work on your property. You need a permit for any project that adds a permanent foundation on your property—which, in most cases, includes even a flat slab of concrete poured directly on the ground. Building permits for concrete projects usually cost between $100 and $500, although this can get higher for larger projects. You can always ask your cement company if a permit is necessary for your project, and the expert will typically pull the permit for you to save you time and energy.
The Commerce, MI homeowners’ guide to concrete wall construction
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Whether you're pouring a new driveway or adding a patio to your outdoor space, use this guide to determine the cost to pour a new concrete slab in Detroit, MI.
