Serving Ashland, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Credit card accepted
Offers commercial services
"He did a great job. We were really impressed with how quickly he did our demo project and how great it looked after he was finished."
Serving Ashland, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1958
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Mark, the salesman, and John Lenzini, the technician were both extremely professional. John completed the work in a timely fashion with minimal disruption to the basement and left it clean!"
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Serving Ashland, IL and surrounding areas
Emergency services offered
"He was very professional and very helpful. I would hire him if I needed too."
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Serving Ashland, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2010
Free estimates
"10x14" concrete slab for a metal shed. Responded and quoted job quickly. Work was finished well in a matter of days. I would recommend Concrete Ink for your concrete needs."
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Serving Ashland, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2020
Free estimates
"He was a great guy to work with. He was transparent with his pricing. There was no hassle in scheduling. He was right on time that day. He did a really good concrete job in general. He was knowledgeable on his craft and knew what he was doing. It was a good experience."
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Serving Ashland, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2011
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Nick is a fine young man with a great work ethic. I liked how he presented himself from the start, listening to what I wanted and giving me options to get the results we wanted. He stayed on bid, he talked to me every morning and every afternoon to let me know what he was planning for that day and the next. We didn't get any of his coating work, he actually removed and replaced concrete for us, plus added a 34Ã 14ft. Patio for us. I can't say enough good things about Nick, but I highly recommend him for this kind of work!"
Serving Ashland, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"i was really really happy with his work"
+28
Serving Ashland, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Professional and have recommended them to friends for additional work. Very satisfied."
Serving Ashland, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"He showed up on time. Got in and got it done. Didn't mess around. I would hire him again."
Serving Ashland, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2025
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I needed someone fast and they responded immediately and where very flexible! They also considered the most cost effective options !"
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