Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
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Credit card accepted
"TRW Concrete Construction assisted with the installation of specialty steps and they also demolished/re-poured the driveway. The professionals had great communication, the workers were nice and professional."
+23
Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Had a concrete step that was crumbling. Reached out to MTZ Concrete. Came by to take a look and provided an estimate the next day. The following day the project was completed. Fastest job from start to finish I have ever experienced. Satisfied customer!"
+9
Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas
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Free estimates
Warranties offered
Customers say: Quality work
"They are awesome guys to work with. They install a new concrete driveway within a day and I like the results. I highly recommend that you give them a call."
+37
Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Great job quick and efficient and clean was great"
+4
Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2005
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Both men were very friendly did there job , worked together very well."
Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Val did a superior job both of laying out the pattern of the patio and walkway as well as the quality of the finished concrete work. Very satisfied!"
Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Had concrete in the grass and left tape on the house but nothing major. Great guys and good communication."
Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
Free estimates
Customers say: Quality work
"Highly recommend ASAP Construction. They communicated well, did what they said they'd do when they said they would. We are very happy with the work they did in pouring a new basement floor."
Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 1992
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Warranties offered
"A wonderful job! I was worried about the basement wall and the inspector noticed 3 boards in the floor that also needed attention! They also fixed them"
+16
Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2013
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Kevin and his crew were very accommodating, and did the job within a week of the initial quote. The quote was very reasonable and actually ended up being under bid because of some unforeseen problems (there was rebar in the concrete) and it took them quite a bit longer to complete the job than originally thought. They were extremely polite and actually apologetic for taking so long! We paid them more than the bid quote and would have paid them more of we had the budget!"
Figuring out how many bars you need isn’t a one-size-fits-all equation. A structural engineer or experienced concrete contractor will look at your slab’s thickness, the loads it must carry, and local code requirements, then run the numbers for you. That quick consultation protects your budget and keeps the finished slab safe, level, and up to code.
Match the metal to the job. For light, thin pours like a sidewalk, welded wire mesh often does the trick. Thicker slabs—driveways, garage floors, foundations—usually call for traditional steel bars. If your site sees salt, humidity, or coastal spray, spend the extra cash on galvanized or stainless steel to fend off rust and avoid future repairs. When in doubt, a concrete pro can confirm the best fit for your project and budget.
Stainless steel costs more up front, but the alloy can last 75 years or longer with little to no rust. That longevity means fewer repairs, less maintenance, and peace of mind for structures exposed to salt, moisture, or de-icing chemicals. If you’re pouring near the coast or in a humid climate, the extra dollars now can save you multiple replacements down the road.
An engineer will review the slab’s thickness, span, soil conditions, and expected loads, then specify bar size, spacing, and grade. Skipping that step or guessing can leave you with cracked concrete or a blown budget. For a modest consultation fee, a local engineer or contractor can do the math and hand you a rebar schedule that meets code and keeps your project on solid footing.
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