Serving Urbandale, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
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"TRW Concrete Construction assisted with the installation of specialty steps and they also demolished/re-poured the driveway. The professionals had great communication, the workers were nice and professional."
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Serving Urbandale, IA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2017
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Offers commercial services
"What a great group of guys. Very professional work with exceptional results. JR even offered to share his lunch with me while we were waiting for the concrete to set enough to brush. I’m very happy with his work and price."
+9
Serving Urbandale, IA and surrounding areas
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Customers say: Quality work
"Everything went smooth. Real professionals! Took care of everything and left the place clean. Even helped us fill some garden beds while working!!"
+37
Serving Urbandale, IA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
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"AFG went above and beyond on our project at a very reasonable cost. We couldnâ t be happier and would recommend them to anyone."
+4
Serving Urbandale, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2005
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"Both men were very friendly did there job , worked together very well."
Serving Urbandale, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2004
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Offers commercial services
"Val did a superior job both of laying out the pattern of the patio and walkway as well as the quality of the finished concrete work. Very satisfied!"
Serving Urbandale, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
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Offers commercial services
"Elmer kept in contact and let me know how and when things were happening. The crew was very thorough and did a good job on the cleaning up. If I need concrete work in the future they will be my only call."
Serving Urbandale, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
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Customers say: Quality work
"Highly recommend ASAP Construction. They communicated well, did what they said they'd do when they said they would. We are very happy with the work they did in pouring a new basement floor."
Serving Urbandale, IA and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 1992
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Warranties offered
"Lee, Ryan and Jeremy did fantastic work and they were very knowledgeable. They answered any questions i had. The best installers I've dealt with lately. I would recommend them to friends and family anytime."
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Serving Urbandale, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2013
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"Kevin and his crew were very accommodating, and did the job within a week of the initial quote. The quote was very reasonable and actually ended up being under bid because of some unforeseen problems (there was rebar in the concrete) and it took them quite a bit longer to complete the job than originally thought. They were extremely polite and actually apologetic for taking so long! We paid them more than the bid quote and would have paid them more of we had the budget!"
Figuring out how many bars you need isn’t a one-size-fits-all equation. A structural engineer or experienced concrete contractor will look at your slab’s thickness, the loads it must carry, and local code requirements, then run the numbers for you. That quick consultation protects your budget and keeps the finished slab safe, level, and up to code.
Match the metal to the job. For light, thin pours like a sidewalk, welded wire mesh often does the trick. Thicker slabs—driveways, garage floors, foundations—usually call for traditional steel bars. If your site sees salt, humidity, or coastal spray, spend the extra cash on galvanized or stainless steel to fend off rust and avoid future repairs. When in doubt, a concrete pro can confirm the best fit for your project and budget.
Stainless steel costs more up front, but the alloy can last 75 years or longer with little to no rust. That longevity means fewer repairs, less maintenance, and peace of mind for structures exposed to salt, moisture, or de-icing chemicals. If you’re pouring near the coast or in a humid climate, the extra dollars now can save you multiple replacements down the road.
An engineer will review the slab’s thickness, span, soil conditions, and expected loads, then specify bar size, spacing, and grade. Skipping that step or guessing can leave you with cracked concrete or a blown budget. For a modest consultation fee, a local engineer or contractor can do the math and hand you a rebar schedule that meets code and keeps your project on solid footing.
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