Serving North Chicago, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2012
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"5 star concrete was very professional and diligent with the projects i hired them for. I would recommend them and will be using their services again."
+79
Serving North Chicago, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"Extremely pleased with service and finished product. They showed up on time for the estimate and was the only contractor to return my call for an estimate. Quality of work was top notch and every step was explained to us in detail. I would highly recommend Professional Concrete to anybody who wants quality work"
+5
Serving North Chicago, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"The company was on time with plenty of crew and all necessary tools. Excellent efficiency both in removing damaged concrete, and finishing work to my satisfaction. Would use them again for any similar work. And the price was right also."
+12
Serving North Chicago, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1976
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Jon arrived quickly to assess the project and provided me with a fair quote on the spot. He answered my questions and provided me with suggestions prior to being hired. Less than a week later the project was completed and it looks great! They went above and beyond to assist with replacing the paver stones that were removed prior to the concrete being pored. Several workers assisted and were very nice and knowledgeable. They gave me tips on the care and maintenance of the new concrete. I will definitely recommend them to others that need concrete work to be completed."
+5
Serving North Chicago, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1979
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The work went extremely well. The concrete is now properly raised and sloped for drainage. The gap between the slab and my front stairs is also sealed. It looks great. I highly recommend Perma-Seal."
+48
Serving North Chicago, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Very well, our home is more leak proof / water tight than when we bought it some 30 years ago... and is anticipated to remain so for another 30+ years. All the mentioned work occurred during 3 visits spread across some 18 months; but none of the visits required more than a single day to complete. Work was conveniently scheduled and the worker(s) always arrived on time; if not 15 minutes early. A year after our last work was done (the poly-jacking), The Real Seal, at my request but at no charge, even sent out a technician to replace/redo some concrete plugs in those poly-jack holes that had popped out probably due to outdoor temperature swings."
+39
Serving North Chicago, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Great service very knowledgeable clean job will definitely work with Rivera concrete paving again"
+46
Serving North Chicago, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1957
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"They did a very good job. There were two holes filled on our basement and they did a good job. Excellent job."
Serving North Chicago, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1995
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Done-Rite did an asphalt & concrete install in our parking lot and did a fantastic job. Their pricing was conpetitive and the quality of their work exceeded our expectations. They were able to work within our scheduling requirements so we did not have to interupt our normal business. Nick was on site to make sure they did everything we asked and answer any questions we had. It's great a find a company that does what they promise, with excellent quality work. We would hearrtily recommend them, and expect to have them back for future projects."
+40
Serving North Chicago, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"This is the best landscaping company I have come across and I am excited to be working with them for future projects."
+77
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