Salam General Labor is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 7 years of experience serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"These guys worked fast and did a great job with my lawn."
Merritt R on May 2022
Salam General Labor is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 7 years of experience serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"These guys worked fast and did a great job with my lawn."
Merritt R on May 2022
With years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home. We handle all of your concrete needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Evolution Contractors, LLC a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"We had our job scheduled. When the day came to start, no one showed up. I called, text and emailed for three days straight, with no response. I finally got a call, he had a family emergency, I understand that, he said my team is finishing another job, and will be there next week. The following week, no one showed. After more calls, texts, emails, finally got a answer, they would be there the next monday. They actually showed up. If you want your contractor to communicate with you, this is not the company to choose."
Gordon H on September 2024
With years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home. We handle all of your concrete needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Evolution Contractors, LLC a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"We had our job scheduled. When the day came to start, no one showed up. I called, text and emailed for three days straight, with no response. I finally got a call, he had a family emergency, I understand that, he said my team is finishing another job, and will be there next week. The following week, no one showed. After more calls, texts, emails, finally got a answer, they would be there the next monday. They actually showed up. If you want your contractor to communicate with you, this is not the company to choose."
Gordon H on September 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Baxter’s did an excellent job building our retaining wall. The quality of their work is top-notch, and they were quick and efficient without cutting corners. They walked me through the entire process, making sure I understood everything along the way. Highly recommend them for anyone needing a well-built retaining wall!"
Debbie B on March 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Baxter’s did an excellent job building our retaining wall. The quality of their work is top-notch, and they were quick and efficient without cutting corners. They walked me through the entire process, making sure I understood everything along the way. Highly recommend them for anyone needing a well-built retaining wall!"
Debbie B on March 2025
Royal Kingdom Masonry LLC is a local family owned and operated business. We have over 15 years of experience We strive for quality, cleanliness and efficiency in all projects we take on. We have the expertise you need to make your vision a reality! We pride ourselves in giving great service from the initial estimation stages to the final product. Our valued customers is at top priority. Complete Customer satisfaction is what we aim for in all we do. We look forward to exceeding your expectations on your concrete project. No job is too big or too small, just give us a call! WE PROVIDE A FULL RANGE OF CONCRETE & MASONRY SERVICES- *CEMENT WORK *EXPOSED AGGREGATE *SIDEWALKS *DRIVEWAYS *RETAINING WALLS *BRICK *PAVING *WALLS *STAIRS *RV Pads *Patio *FOOTING & SLABS *FOUNDATION AND SO MUCH MORE!!
"I overpaid by $2500. Shop around, dont end up like me in buyers remorse. After I verbally agreed to hire Royal Kingdom, they came barrelling in. Then another company I had contacted got back to me to late and I overpaid these guys. They also put up a small retain wall around my tree. It's uneven, lack of thorough clean up little rocks scattered in my dirt under tree! For the price I pd. expected better performance/quality. You should allow photos so I could show you..."
Vicky F on July 2024
Royal Kingdom Masonry LLC is a local family owned and operated business. We have over 15 years of experience We strive for quality, cleanliness and efficiency in all projects we take on. We have the expertise you need to make your vision a reality! We pride ourselves in giving great service from the initial estimation stages to the final product. Our valued customers is at top priority. Complete Customer satisfaction is what we aim for in all we do. We look forward to exceeding your expectations on your concrete project. No job is too big or too small, just give us a call! WE PROVIDE A FULL RANGE OF CONCRETE & MASONRY SERVICES- *CEMENT WORK *EXPOSED AGGREGATE *SIDEWALKS *DRIVEWAYS *RETAINING WALLS *BRICK *PAVING *WALLS *STAIRS *RV Pads *Patio *FOOTING & SLABS *FOUNDATION AND SO MUCH MORE!!
"I overpaid by $2500. Shop around, dont end up like me in buyers remorse. After I verbally agreed to hire Royal Kingdom, they came barrelling in. Then another company I had contacted got back to me to late and I overpaid these guys. They also put up a small retain wall around my tree. It's uneven, lack of thorough clean up little rocks scattered in my dirt under tree! For the price I pd. expected better performance/quality. You should allow photos so I could show you..."
Vicky F on July 2024
With over 20 years of experience in the concrete industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business project.We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Please give us a call today!
"We had a concrete patio removed - Eli was prompt and fair from beginning to end. Would definitely recommend!"
Rebecca D on March 2022
With over 20 years of experience in the concrete industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business project.We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Please give us a call today!
"We had a concrete patio removed - Eli was prompt and fair from beginning to end. Would definitely recommend!"
Rebecca D on March 2022
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in concrete installation and repair, for driveways, sidewalks, patios, steps, and a variety of other projects. With over 15 years of industry experience, we take and enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.
"The Advanced Concrete crew was very prompt and punctual, completing the project just days after delivering a reasonable quote. Ala had good design suggestions for the project and delivered a product that exceeded expectations. Few projects are ever completed without complications, but Ala and his team are adaptable and fair when faced with construction challenges. I would certainly recommend their service."
KC S on June 2024
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in concrete installation and repair, for driveways, sidewalks, patios, steps, and a variety of other projects. With over 15 years of industry experience, we take and enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.
"The Advanced Concrete crew was very prompt and punctual, completing the project just days after delivering a reasonable quote. Ala had good design suggestions for the project and delivered a product that exceeded expectations. Few projects are ever completed without complications, but Ala and his team are adaptable and fair when faced with construction challenges. I would certainly recommend their service."
KC S on June 2024
With over 50 years experience in the home improvement industry, Tom Hoffman Construction is your industry expert in Portland and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. You can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!
"Very good workmanship"
Steven T on December 2019
With over 50 years experience in the home improvement industry, Tom Hoffman Construction is your industry expert in Portland and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. You can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!
"Very good workmanship"
Steven T on December 2019
Welcome to 4-Belt Concrete & Masonry, LLP. We are the experts when it comes to residential concrete and masonry. Our reputation for quality work, responsiveness, and competitive pricing has been the primary factor in our success. We are committed to client satisfaction in which we serve the client from the developmental stages of a project to final completion.
"Mully came by with great friendly energy and overall good vibes. Listened to my needs and offered a variety of options and estimates for both my driveway and walkway. Next week showed up with his crew and got the job done in 3 days. "
Kha V on May 2025
Welcome to 4-Belt Concrete & Masonry, LLP. We are the experts when it comes to residential concrete and masonry. Our reputation for quality work, responsiveness, and competitive pricing has been the primary factor in our success. We are committed to client satisfaction in which we serve the client from the developmental stages of a project to final completion.
"Mully came by with great friendly energy and overall good vibes. Listened to my needs and offered a variety of options and estimates for both my driveway and walkway. Next week showed up with his crew and got the job done in 3 days. "
Kha V on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"It is a family ran business, which they have been around for awhile and shows in the workmanship of the product. Had Steps, railing, patio, and cement along the side of house installed. The crew was exceptionally friendly and didn't waste valuable time just standing around. The owner John, ALWAYS returned my calls, that is extremely rare these days."
Nancy M on July 2022
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"It is a family ran business, which they have been around for awhile and shows in the workmanship of the product. Had Steps, railing, patio, and cement along the side of house installed. The crew was exceptionally friendly and didn't waste valuable time just standing around. The owner John, ALWAYS returned my calls, that is extremely rare these days."
Nancy M on July 2022
Aldercrest Construction, Inc., is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!
"Very quick response a great communication throughout the entire project. The crew was great at asking questions along the way and made a number of suggestions to improve the outcome and find some savings as well. Would highly recommend with no reservations. We are extreemly happy with the results. I will use them again for upcoming projects."
Dennis R on October 2019
Aldercrest Construction, Inc., is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!
"Very quick response a great communication throughout the entire project. The crew was great at asking questions along the way and made a number of suggestions to improve the outcome and find some savings as well. Would highly recommend with no reservations. We are extreemly happy with the results. I will use them again for upcoming projects."
Dennis R on October 2019
A properly installed concrete slab can last anywhere from 30 to 100 years. Factors that impact its lifespan include timely repairs of cracks or breaks, local weather conditions, and the type of concrete used. Consulting with a local concrete contractor can give you a more accurate estimate based on your area's climate.
Concrete takes 26 to 30 days to cure to its full strength. After 24 to 48 hours, a 4-inch concrete slab is solid enough to walk on without leaving footprints. After seven days, it should be cured to at least 70% of its full strength. Proper curing is essential for the slab's durability and longevity.
Maintaining your concrete slab properly extends its life and keeps it looking its best. Regularly clean away dirt and debris, and promptly remove stains and spills like car oil or fertilizers. Avoid using harsh chemicals or de-icers that can damage the concrete. Keep heavy machinery and oversized vehicles off your driveway, and consider sealing your concrete to renew its appearance. Remember that while concrete is strong and durable, it isn't designed to support extremely heavy loads without proper reinforcement.
Choosing between a precast concrete slab and pouring concrete on-site depends on your project's size and location. Precast slabs are poured off-site and delivered ready to install, which can save time and ensure consistent quality. However, for larger areas or sites with access limitations, pouring concrete on-site may be more practical. Discuss your options with a local concrete contractor to determine the best choice for your project.
A concrete floor differs from a concrete slab in both its finish and function. A concrete floor is an indoor surface that is polished, coated, or stained for enhanced aesthetics and durability, while a concrete slab is an unfinished base designed to support structures such as sheds, garages, or patios. The finishing process adds visual appeal and protection for interior use, making it suitable for everyday living spaces. Each application is tailored to its intended environment and performance requirements.
When pouring a concrete slab, you must account for extra costs beyond the base price. Additional expenses include reinforcement additions, decorative enhancements like staining or stamping, drainage installation, and permit fees required by local regulations. These factors impact the overall project cost and should be discussed with a professional to ensure an accurate budget.