Concrete for the places you drive, walk and work in Aurora, CO
Form & Finish Aurora Concrete works for homeowners, property owners and builders, and we look hard at what's under the concrete first, because the ground, base and drainage decide how long it lasts.
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Send your address and what you'd like poured or fixed. We reply within one business day, and I come out to write a free estimate with no obligation.
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Concrete work we take on in Aurora
We're best known for driveways, patios and other flatwork, plus footings and foundations. Size, base work and access set the price, weather sets the start, and your written estimate lists what's included.
Concrete driveway building
A new driveway, poured on a dug-out, packed base so it doesn't settle with the dirt. It's the call when the old one is cracked, sinking or holding water.
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Concrete patio construction
When you want a place out back for a table and a grill, we pour a patio sloped so rain runs away from the house, not toward it.
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Stamped concrete services
Pressed with a pattern and colored while it's wet, so it looks like stone or brick. It costs more than plain concrete and needs resealing over the years.
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Concrete sidewalk building
Walks from the driveway to the door, or along the side of the house. We replace them when slabs heave, crack or leave a lip you trip on.
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Garage floor concrete
A new garage slab, or a replacement for one that's badly cracked or sunk at the door. It carries a car every day, so the base matters.
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Decorative concrete
Color, stain or texture for walks, patios and entries. It's worth it when plain gray won't suit the house and you're willing to keep it sealed.
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Concrete retaining walls
Poured walls that hold back a slope so you get a flatter yard or a level spot for a patio. Drainage behind the wall decides whether it stays straight.
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Concrete floor installation
Interior slabs for basements, shops, additions and commercial spaces. We set the base and any rebar, the steel that keeps cracks from spreading, before the pour.
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Concrete pool decks
The slab around a pool needs a finish that grips wet feet and a slope that sends splash water off the deck instead of under it.
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Concrete steps construction
Front and back steps poured in place, each one the same height so they're easy to climb. Call when old steps crumble or pull away from the house.
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Slab foundation building
The slab a garage, addition, shed or small building sits on, with the ground checked and packed first. Builders and property owners call us for these too.
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Foundation installation
Footings and poured walls for a new home, addition or garage. We dig to solid ground and check drainage, because a foundation can't be fixed cheaply later.
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Concrete parking lot building
Lots and drives for businesses and rental properties, poured thicker to carry steady traffic. We plan the slope so rain runs off instead of pooling.
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Concrete footings
Footings are the pads under posts, decks, walls and additions that spread the weight into the ground. If they're too small or shallow, whatever sits on them moves.
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Foundation raising
When a slab or foundation has sunk, we raise it back toward level after finding out why it dropped. Water or a soft base can pull it down again.
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Concrete cutting
Saw cuts for doorways, trenches and taking out one bad section instead of the whole slab. We also cut control joints, grooves that steer cracks into a straight line.
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Owner-run concrete work for Aurora driveways, yards and lots
I ran a different small business for years, then learned concrete on flatwork and foundation crews before starting this company. We're based in Aurora and work across the cities around it, mostly for homeowners, with property owners and builders calling when they need a slab or footings poured.
A job starts with a call or a message through our contact page. I come out myself, look at the ground and the drainage, and write the estimate. Our crew of finishers and laborers does the work, and I'm on site with them. You can read more about how we work.
The base comes before the finish
The base is hidden on the first day, so it's the first thing people cut from a budget. We dig it out and pack it instead of raking dirt level, because a nice finish over bad prep is money wasted. I'd rather lose a bid than pour something I don't think will hold up.
One person from estimate to walk-through
The person who quoted your job is the one who answers for it. I write the estimate, I'm on site with our crew, and I'm there for the final walk-through. We pick up the phone, call you back and keep you posted on the schedule.
Signs your concrete needs a closer look
Cracks that keep getting wider
A hairline crack is normal, but one that widens or lifts on one side usually means the base underneath is moving, and that's when a new driveway is worth pricing.
Water pooling against the house
If puddles sit on the patio or run toward your foundation, the slab was likely sloped the wrong way. Watch where water goes after a storm, then look at a new patio.
A slab that has sunk
A walk or garage floor that dropped at one end usually sits on soft or washed-out ground. If the slab itself is still in one piece, foundation raising can lift it back toward level.
Chipping and a dusty surface
A top that flakes, pits or turns to powder often went in during midday heat or got used before it cured, the days concrete needs to harden. On walks, that usually means a new sidewalk.
Steps that rock or pull away
Steps that rock, crumble at the edges or open a gap at the house are a trip hazard. Check that gap first, then ask about new concrete steps.
What to think about before we come out
The first conversation goes better when you can tell me what the concrete is for, what bothers you about what's there now and how soon you need it. Photos of cracks, low spots or where water sits help me know what to look at.
You don't need to pick a service first. Describe the problem or the plan, and I'll tell you on site whether it's a repair, a raise or a new pour, and which upgrades I'd skip.
Where the water goes
Walk out after a heavy rain and see where it runs and where it sits. A slab that falls toward the house sends water at your foundation, so slope is the first thing we plan.
What will drive on it
A patio for chairs and a driveway for a pickup aren't built the same. Tell us about heavy vehicles, trailers or an RV, because that sets how thick we pour and whether we add rebar.
Time without the space
Concrete has to cure before you walk on it and longer before you drive on it, because it's still gaining strength. Plan where you'll park and how you'll get to the door.
Plain or decorative finish
A broom finish, the brushed texture that keeps feet from slipping, is the plain choice. Stamped or colored finishes cost more and need sealing, so decide if the look is worth that upkeep.
Room for the truck
Tell us whether a concrete truck can reach the spot or if we'll need to pump or wheel it in. Tight side yards, fences and sprinkler lines in the path all change how we pour.
Timing and weather
Midday heat can leave a weak, dusty top, and a cold snap slows curing. If waiting gives you a better pour, I'll say so, even if it pushes your start back.
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A look at concrete finishes
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Working in Aurora and the cities around it
In Aurora, driveways carry the daily cars, the work truck and whatever doesn't fit in the garage. Patios and walks get the grill, the kids and the dog, so the concrete under all of it has to sit on solid ground.
We also work in Centennial, Parker and the other cities listed here. If your city isn't on the list, call (720) 500-8526 and ask, because these aren't the only places we go.
Questions about concrete work in Aurora
How much does a new concrete driveway cost in Aurora?
It depends on the size, how much digging and base work the ground needs, drainage, how easy the spot is to reach and the finish you pick. I'll come out, measure and give you a free estimate in writing, so you see your own number.
How long before I can drive on a new concrete driveway?
Longer than you can walk on it, because concrete keeps curing and gaining strength for days after the pour. I'll give you your dates when we schedule, since heat, cold and the mix all change the wait.
Will my new concrete patio crack like the old one?
Some hairline cracking is normal in any slab, so the goal is to control where it shows up and head off the big ones. Control joints keep the small cracks in straight lines, and a packed base with good drainage does the most to keep a new slab from breaking and sinking like the old one.
Do I need a permit for concrete work in Aurora?
It depends on the job, and the City of Aurora issues building permits after its departments review and approve the plans. You can start with the city's permitting page. We check with the city or county office for your address, and when a permit is needed we get it before work starts.
Where can I check a contractor's license in Aurora?
The city's permitting page says contractor licensing information comes from its Building Division, so that's the place to start. We're fully licensed and insured, and I'm glad to answer questions about it when I come out.
Is a stamped concrete patio worth the extra cost?
It's worth it if you want the look of stone or brick and you'll reseal it over the years. If you just need a solid place for a table and a grill, a broom finish holds up well and leaves money for a better base.
How do I compare concrete estimates from different contractors?
Put them side by side and look at what each one leaves out, especially digging out, base work, drainage and hauling. A low bid often skips the base, which you can't see on day one. Our written estimates list what's in the price and what isn't.
Tell us about your concrete project
Call or send the form with your address and what you'd like done, and we'll set a time for me to come out and look.