Serving South Bend, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"definitely get estimates for using this technique rather than replacing your concrete to save a lot of money"
Serving South Bend, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"We give Francisco our highest recommendations to anyone looking for quality work, excellent communication, and honesty and integrity in all aspects. Francisco has done several big projects for us, including a bath remodel, deck rebuild, and pouring a concrete patio, and we are always highly satisfied customers!"
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Serving South Bend, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I needed to get some Concrete raising. In addition, I needed to have some footings put in place, and they did both jobs done, perfectly and very professionally and within the timeframe, they promise me.. This is my third time using them and I’ve always done a great job."
Serving South Bend, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I had the apron of my driveway and five sections of sidewalk replaced. They tore out the old concrete and cleaned all the debris and did a very nice job replacing all the concrete. They put back the sod that was removed and left the area looking very good. They communicated with me during the job to let me know what was being done. I would recommend them."
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Serving South Bend, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"He was very efficient on getting it done and did a very good job, nice guy too"
Serving South Bend, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Good worker, good man, and we need more people like him."
Serving South Bend, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1992
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Excellent service. Questions answered. Timely and quality work."
Serving South Bend, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Jesus responded quickly to my quote request and arrived the next business day to do it. He sent a detailed, digital quote. He arrived when he said he was going to, both for the quote and the work. After agreeing to the work, Jesus fit the job into his schedule within a 2 week time frame, had the job finished in one day, and came back the next to wrap up site clean up. I strongly recommend JR Construction if youâ re looking for professional and skilled residential work."
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Serving South Bend, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"CMC Construction removed my concrete garage floor, driveway and sidewalk to my home. They did and amazing job installing all new concrete in my garage, driveway and sidewalks. I would highly recommend using this company for your concrete needs. Their quality is second to none!!"
Serving South Bend, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Small jobs welcome
Credit card accepted
"Installed patio in back yard. Very personable and conscientious. Should have included lawn restoration in the bid."
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