FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Concrete pricing varies by project. The internet says we should charge ‘x’ amount per square foot. Most of the time it’s not that simple, although I wish it was. It would definitely make my job a lot easier. The problem with charging ‘x’ amount per square foot is the size of each project. For smaller projects, like patios, it simply does not equal out as far as materials and labor. For each project I first meet with my customer, gather all necessary information, and then I go home, take time to calculate all material, and labor that I will need for that specific job. The total price that I come up with is then specific to that job.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Once you reach out to me through Thumbtack I will receive a notification and respond asap. I usually then follow up with a phone call to schedule a time to come out and meet with you to discuss your project. This will also give us a chance to meet in person. I will meet with you at the project site. During this time I will be measuring and checking project site access. I will be gather as much information as possible to come up with the best possible estimate. After our meeting I will take time to calculate all materials and labor I will need to complete your project. I will then send you the estimate. This is usually done within 24 hours of our meeting depending on the size of your project.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I started out in concrete as a helper. We poured foundations for houses all day long. Sometimes we would pour 3-5 houses a day, all in a row. Sometimes we would pour foundations at 2AM/3AM. Everything else (forms/tying rebar/cleanup) was done by another crew. I became fascinated with concrete, and I wanted to learn everything else. I learned forms, rebar, reading plans, and now it’s my passion. I started my business 2 years ago and I still learn new things every day. I am always open to new ideas.