Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1994
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"For concrete job, other small cracks were created, not expected, but they did a good job. Would use again."
+27
Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2001
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Liberty Concrete was great to work with. All the employees were friendly and professional. They had suggestions to make the project even better than we had designed it and did a beautiful job."
+35
Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They immediately responded to me, and came to view the project and give me a bid, which I accepted. George, the concrete specialist, explained the project, the timeline and provided me with product color choices. He was prompt, hard working, professional and took necessary steps to protect the house and driveway from any damage. The finished product met all my expectations, and I would highly recommend George and Lucid Concrete Specialists for whatever concrete project you have."
+32
Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Eric took care of every aspect of removing an old and severely cracked garage floor to installing a new concrete floor. Very personable and professional, great price, great work, great product."
+122
Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Alejandro and crew are very hard workers, and overcame some unexpected obstacles to get the project done. Very communicative and pleasant people. I would recommend them to anyone!"
Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Excellent customer service, you can tell they are professionals the floor turned out beautiful. I would highly recommend them."
+96
Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2025
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"James is an amazing artist with concrete, he exceeded our expectations."
+7
Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Great. Kevin was on time and through. Asked my opinion before moving forward on a step or no step option. Would recommend and hire again."
+22
Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"A true perfectionist. Wonderful workmanship. Corrected errors of the original paver installers and added new square footage to my existing patio. Also leveled my hot tub with a color matching concrete pad. Wonderful workmanship and pleasant personality. Highly recommend Luna Masonary for any paver/masonary."
+15
Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Jose was wonderful to work with! He was very responsive and communicative. Our concrete turned out great and I would definitely recommend him and use him for any future projects!"
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