Serving Federal Way, WA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2001
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"This was a very enjoyable small concrete project for an air conditioning compressor pad. Rome did an excellent job with sizing, then fabricating and pouring the concrete. The resultant pad looks very good! Highly recommended contractor!"
+358
Serving Federal Way, WA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"They very experienced and they listen to my problems and fix it, they did a driveway concrete with pavers front porch, im thankful that i hired them, love to use them again"
+105
Serving Federal Way, WA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1986
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Great! Absolutely wonderful job. Work was done as requested without any problems and cleanup was immediate. Mark and his crew were very professional and friendly. The driveway looks beautiful."
+2
Serving Federal Way, WA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1983
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"NW Concrete Cutting did an excellent job. They came out to my home promptly to bid the project. They cut precisely where we needed them to and they worked well to coordinate with our plumbers. Then they cleared all the concrete chunks out afterwards. The pricing was fair and we would definitely use them again.
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Serving Federal Way, WA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2001
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"John removed our old cracked and broken driveway and hauled away all debris. He was meticulous in his preparation and laid crushed gravel and rebar. Come the day of the concrete pour he showed his expertise in working on the cement and created an awesome final product. His professionalism and fair price would make me want to recommend him to my friends and family."
+46
Serving Federal Way, WA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Great. Project was finished on time and looks great.I would recommend Island Concrete for any concrete project large or small, they do fantastic work. They have done several projects for me and I am very satisfied with their work.I won't use any one else for my concrete projects."
+5
Serving Federal Way, WA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Corrected a uneven concrete walkway. Because of the height difference in my concrete walkway it was a dangerous tripping hazard. I am very happy with their work. I highly recommend them!"
+2
Serving Federal Way, WA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"This company did a wonderful job removing an old rotted deck, leveling the area, pouring concrete and stamping / staining it. They did a wonderful job and were very friendly and nice to work with."
+4
Serving Federal Way, WA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1994
Customers say: True professional
"Steve has always done a great job for us. I’ve been having him my concrete for the past 16+ years. Always professional. Very fair pricing and guarantees his work. I highly recommend Steve Ross Concrete."
+16
Serving Federal Way, WA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Beautiful job on our concrete patio! Very prompt, professional and friendly."
+21
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