Concrete contractor in Long Beach - slabs that drain away from the house

Quickset Downey Concrete Company is a concrete contractor based in Downey that pours driveways, patios, walks, steps and foundations for homeowners in Long Beach, with the owner on site from the first measurement to the last cleanup.

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Why Long Beach homeowners redo their concrete

Most calls start with something you can see, like a driveway cracked straight through, a patio sunk at one corner or water pooling where it shouldn't after a rain. Under that, it's usually the same story. The subgrade, the dirt and gravel the slab sits on, was raked level instead of dug out and packed, so it settled and took the concrete with it.

So when we plan a driveway, patio, walk or concrete pool deck in Long Beach, the base gets the money first. A fancier finish shows on day one and the base never does, which is why a tight budget cuts the base first. I'd rather pour a plain broom finish, the light texture that keeps it from getting slick, on a base that holds.

Concrete work in Long Beach

How a Long Beach job runs

Call or send a message
Call (562) 414-1029 or use the form with your address and what you have in mind, and we'll set a time for me to come out.
I measure and write it up
I measure and look at the old concrete, the ground and where the water runs. Then I write an estimate that spells out the work step by step.
We prep, pour and clean up
Once you say yes, we sort out any permit, dig out and pack the base, set forms and steel, and get it checked. Then we pour, finish and clean up.

What we check before a Long Beach pour

On a Long Beach job, the price mostly moves with the size, how much old concrete comes out, how much base work the ground needs and the finish you pick. The schedule turns on the permit and its inspection. Your written estimate spells out what's included, so you can see your own figure before anything starts.

The city notes that some areas could flood in a major rainstorm, so I watch where water runs on your lot and set the slab to fall away from the house. If your home is in a historic district or a coastal zone, the city says extra requirements may apply. A bin for broken-out concrete needs a Public Works permit on the street or sidewalk, but not on your driveway.

We do the same work in Bell Gardens, Bellflower and Paramount, and around our home base in Downey. When you're ready, ask for an estimate and I'll come out and walk the job with you.

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Tell us about your Long Beach job

Send your address and a few lines about the driveway, patio or slab. We reply within one business day to set up your free on-site estimate, with no obligation.

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Work Long Beach homeowners ask us for

New driveways on a dug-out, packed base
Patios and walks set to drain away from the house
Cracked or sunken slabs broken out and replaced
Control joints, grooves that tell cracks where to run
Pool decks with a texture that grips underfoot
Slabs with rebar, steel that holds them together

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Why Long Beach homeowners call Quickset

I come out to look at every job and write the estimate myself, and my crew does the work with me on site. We're known for careful layout and clean, straight lines. If something can't be known until the old slab is out, I'll tell you that up front instead of guessing.

You're living there while we work, so we protect your yard and keep the work area picked up from the first day to the last. We're licensed and insured, and the work is backed by our satisfaction guarantee. Call (562) 414-1029 or send the form to get started.

Long Beach concrete questions

Do I need a permit for a new concrete driveway in Long Beach?

Often you do. The city says most construction on a home needs a permit and inspections, including replacements and repairs, though the Building Official can rule some minor work exempt. Long Beach's Development Permit Center issues the permits, and when your job needs one, we pull it as the licensed contractor and set up the inspections.

Does a concrete retaining wall need a permit in Long Beach?

A retaining wall or planter box no taller than 4 feet, measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, doesn't need a building permit under the city's rules. That changes if the wall holds back sloping ground or extra weight, or if it sits on a slope steeper than 20%, so I check the ground before we plan it.

What license does a concrete contractor need in Long Beach?

The Contractors State License Board requires a state license when a job needs a building permit or uses other workers. It's also required when the contracts on the project total $1,000 or more in labor and materials. The city issues permits only to contractors who also hold an active Long Beach business license. We're licensed and insured.

Can I pull my own permit for concrete work on my Long Beach house?

Yes. The city lets a homeowner get a permit for work on the house they live in, or will live in, and its accessory buildings. Another city page limits owner permits to certain kinds of homes, so check with the permit center first. If you'd rather hand it off, we take care of the permit as part of the job.