Serving Union City, TN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
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Customers say: Terrific value
"They did a great job with sidewalk and patio."
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Serving Union City, TN and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2002
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Warranties offered
"We just had a yard drainage system installed yesterday and the representatives were Benji, Christian and Matt. They were totally professional and courteous to my wife & myself also they were efficient and worked quickly to complete the job. Even when trying to get through the hard red clay we have in our area Definitely recommend them and Frontier Foundation for any jobs that you might have in mind."
+3
Serving Union City, TN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Arrow concrete lifting was excellent, on time , great job! Well done !"
+1
Serving Union City, TN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Outstanding company! He is a man of his word and very trustworthy. I would recommend!"
Serving Union City, TN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2016
Free estimates
With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Alvarez Concrete is a leader in the industry. We offer a variety of concrete and masonry specialties that can be customized to each of our clients needs. We value building long lasting relationships with each of the clients that we work with through the quality of our work and attention to detail. Book an appointment with us today!
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Serving Union City, TN and surrounding areas
In business since 1987
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"My concrete steps and front walk are beautiful! We have gotten so many complements on them and have recommended Quality Concrete to several people."
Serving Union City, TN and surrounding areas
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"They did a good job with the concrete however they still have not returned to remove the forms and clean up the spilled concrete"
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Serving Union City, TN and surrounding areas
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The Redeemers Group construction team was on time, pleasant, worked hard, and completed the project a day earlier than promised. The Foundation repair was well done. The encapsulation made the crawl space clean, dehumidified, and safe. We were impressed by the company's professionalism and attention to detail."
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Serving Union City, TN and surrounding areas
In business since 1993
Free estimates
"Everything went great! Mr. Strickland kept me informed throughout project with scheduling, install process and concrete maintenance. Would definitely recommend!"
Serving Union City, TN and surrounding areas
In business since 2014
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Showed up in timely manner, work was completed professionally and efficiently."
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