Why should you hire a professional concrete contractor for your next concrete project? While a do-it-yourself job may seem like a cost-saving idea, take a look at the reasons to go with a pro in Colorado Springs. 


The Equipment
Do you have the right equipment necessary to pour and form concrete? If the DIY YouTube videos and online tutorials make it seem like all you need is a bag of concrete mix, a mixer, and a trowel, think again - especially if your home improvement includes a larger area, such as a driveway, patio, or walkway.

Concrete contractors use a variety of tools to provide a precise, clean finish. Without the right equipment, your do-it-yourself job is likely to look unprofessional. Along with concrete itself, the contractor may use wheelbarrows, a portable mixer, shovels, floats (a tool used to smooth and level the concrete surface), joint cutters and edgers, saws, a plate compactor, power drills, and more.

While you could buy the equipment a professional uses, this will significantly add to your overall costs and make your would-be DIY job unnecessarily expensive. Not only will professional-level equipment add to your overall expenses, you may not know how to use the tools correctly. Read on for more information on why expert knowledge is another reason to choose a concrete contractor.

The Expertise
What is your concrete expertise level? If you're a novice DIY-er, leave pouring a concrete driveway, patio, walkway, or other project to the professionals. Springs Concrete, LLC has in-depth knowledge of dry times, structural support issues, and how concrete reacts in different situations.

Unlike paint or carpet, concrete is a home improvement material that doesn't always come ready for use. This means you'll need to mix the concrete prior to pouring it. Even though a product's manufacturer might provide mixing instructions, it takes a professional level of expertise to get the just-right consistency. Failure to achieve that consistency could ruin your concrete project or lead to premature failure.

Along with expertise in mixing, the contractor also has the knowledge to properly pour, shape, and level your home's next concrete project. Without years of experience and training, it's not likely your DIY project will have the precision necessary to look professional or resist cracking and other types of damage.

The Experience
Again, most novice DIY-ers don't have the extensive experience a concrete contractor has. Not only can this affect the look and feel of the concrete itself, but it can also impact other parts of the job.

Do you know what building permits you need or how to get them? If you don't, you're not alone. Most homeowners don't have this type of knowledge for one major reason - they aren't professional contractors. There's no reason for you to know whether you need a permit to pour a new driveway or not. This is something the contractor should know and take care of for you.

Beyond mixing, pouring, and pulling permits, the concrete contractor should also have the experience to anticipate and handle problems. Ideally your concrete project will go exactly as planned. But unexpected issues could arise at any point. If this happens, you need a contractor with the experience to make changes, think out of the box, and solve the problem without adding excessive costs to the project.

The Expense
Does it seem like a DIY job will save you money? While you won't have to pay the cost of labor, you'll still have to buy equipment and materials. Beyond these added costs, the time it takes you to learn about concrete and complete the job is time taken away from your job and family. This can result in lost wages or added childcare costs.

Do you have a concrete project on your home improvement agenda? Contact Springs Concrete, LLC for more information.

Installing a new concrete driveway can improve the curb appeal of your home, increase property value, make snow removal easier in the winter and provide extra parking for vehicles. If your driveway is cracked and crumbling, or if you’re building a new home and are researching driveway materials, you should contact Springs Concrete, LLC in Colorado Springs. We are focused on quality in workmanship and materials, great customer service and have a reputation for a long lasting and durable concrete product. Here are some reasons to install a new concrete driveway.
Concrete is versatile and aesthetically pleasing.  
Concrete looks clean, will lighten up your home and yard, and comes in a variety of colors, textures and design styles. Choose from the classic broom finish or get creative with pattern stamped concrete so it looks like cobblestone or tile. You can also install stained concrete. This gives you a variety of colour and style options from a marble-look to earth tone browns, reddish browns and even greens. Get creative with your concrete and driveway design! View our Gallery.
Concrete will boost re-sale value.
Having a brand new concrete driveway and walking paths will improve curb appeal, attract potential buyers and increase re-sale value. According to Bankrate.com, a good first impression can add five to 10 percent to the value of your home.  Think about it, your driveway and walk ways lead potential buyers to your home…if yours in is in total disrepair you are not making a good first impression. This is especially true if all of the homes in your neighbourhood have new concrete driveways and yours is decrepit and cracked, gravel or asphalt.
Concrete is durable.
Your concrete driveway will pass the test of time. It is a tough material that lasts longer than alternative materials. Requiring minimal maintenance your concrete driveway could last thirty years or more before needing to be replaced. Plus, it will require repair and refinishing much less frequently than other driveway materials such as asphalt, pavers, or gravel.
Concrete is easier to shovel in the winter.
Snow removal is a huge chore and a reality for Colorado Springs homeowners. There’s nothing worse than trying to shovel a gravel driveway, or having your shovel caught up in bumpy asphalt. A smooth concrete driveway makes for a smoother shoveling job and creates a better surface for removing snow with a plow. This is a huge perk for us who dwell in the Rockies.
Concrete is easier on the environment.
Concrete in its raw form could be considered a green building material. It’s made up of rock ground into fine powder, mixed with water and a few other components. It can be made from recycled materials as well. Compared to asphalt, the installation and maintenance of concrete is less harmful on the environment and your old concrete driveway can be recycled into concrete aggregate.
 Springs Concrete, LLC is a Colorado Springs Concrete Contractor that is passionate about custom concrete design. Whatever your vision, we can show you the details, the numbers, and the steps required to make your dream a reality. Concrete craftsmanship is a priority for Springs Concrete, LLC and we believe each customer and each project is integral to our success; pride in the process is just as important as the finished product for us.
Springs Concrete, LLC uses Journeymen masons, knowledgeable apprentices, the best materials, and impeccable customer service to deliver a wide range of concrete solutions. No matter what you have in mind, you can trust Springs Concrete, LLC to work with you.
If you’re ready for a new concrete driveway or another concrete upgrade, contact Springs Concrete, LLC.

Stamped Concrete may be the best choice for your home in Colorado Springs.  Here are 5 reasons. 

We have such a beautiful Summer and Fall here in Colorado Springs.  Can you imagine spending quality time with loved ones and friends on your beautiful new Stamped Concrete Patio from Springs Concrete.  We all love to spend time outdoors and nothing works better for entertaining than a Stamped Concrete Patio in Colorado Springs.  

Have you seen what a deck cost in Colorado Springs? How about $30,000.00 for a small starter model.  We can install an average size Stamped Concrete Patio for about 1/3 of that.  Landscaping project often exceed $100,000.00 in Colorado Springs.  Our patios are Á la carte, so you can add other pieces to your landscape whenever your ready. 

Colors, patterns, textures, shapes, sealer, and masonry add ons are just some of the detailed options you have when you use Stamped Concrete.  Don't be limited by a catalog of a few different paver bricks.  

Stamped Concrete will last for decades regardless if sealed or not.  Sealing concrete is purely cosmetic.  If its your desire to keep it shiny, it should be done every 3-5 years at a cost around $1000.00.  Imagine how much you will spend on landscaping maintenence fees over that time. 

Stamped Concrete is tough. After all, it is concrete.  Concrete is used to hold up the tallest buildings on earth. It is used in virtually every building project. Don't believe the hype that concrete is weak.  Constructed correctly stamped concrete will last for decades.