About Us
As a leading concrete contractor, Santa Rosa Concrete has a strong reputation for creating and repairing structures throughout the Napa Valley. This is a reputation well earned by our dedication to customer service and continuous education to bring clients the most updated services and state of the art solutions for the construction and repair of their concrete. We understand the unique needs of commercial property owners in the region as well as those of homeowners. We do more than just mix and pour concrete and leave. As a concrete contractor we offer a wide range of services and design skills to meet the demands of your environment. Our concrete structures improve your quality of life, boost your curb appeal and offer significant value to your property. |
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Our Services
If you have concrete on your property, eventually you will need maintenance and repair, and likely even new installation at some point in time. When that happens, you will want a concrete contractor that can offer state of the art skills and techniques to ensure the safety and longevity of your structures. Santa Rosa Concrete understands the Napa Valley environment and its demands on residential and commercial property owners. As a long time presence in the region, we are the trusted go-to concrete service provider that is able to quickly assess deficiencies in concrete and quickly repair them. We also provide innovative new installations that create a better quality of life and design in your home and business.
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Concrete DrivewaysYour long winding driveway might be a visitor’s first introduction to your property and if it is unsightly, you it’s not forming a good impression. Driveways are the first line of defense in your challenge as a property owner to create curb appeal that adds value to your home or commercial property. We conduct concrete resurfacing, concrete repair and custom concrete for your driveway and walkways that is of the highest quality. You will see a transformation that give your property a wow factor that will last for years to come.
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Concrete Patio ConstructionConcrete offers a great deal of versatility so that when you’re looking to do more than construct a sidewalk, it is a viable option for a different home feature. Patio construction is the perfect use of concrete. We offer innovative designs and construction that mirrors your aesthetic and style. You will have a unique structure and we can also employ options such as coloring concrete and stamped concrete for a wow factor effect like no other in your community.
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Concrete RepairConcrete is a durable material but it does need maintenance and repairs during its lifespan. There are obvious signs and symptoms of repair that every concrete structure will display. You may not have the skill to look for them, but when you call us, we will come to your property for a expert evaluation and provide you with innovative solutions for repairing your concrete so that it is stronger for years to come. Natural deterioration and environmental impacts contribute to the need for concrete repair, but yours in safe hands when you employ our services.
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Concrete Retaining WallsWhen your property sits on a hill or steep slope you likely lack as much useable land and you may also experience soil erosion and water runoff. These are issues that can be minimized and alleviated when you employ the construction of concrete retaining walls. We offer innovative solutions that give you more space for landscaping as well as expanding your social space. Retaining walls can even be used for additional seating when your patio and other lack space.
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Winery Concrete ServicesAs a winery, you have far different demands for concrete than a residential property. Indeed, the sanitation and safety regulations make it imperative that you use a concrete contractor that has this knowledge. Our team has deep knowledge not only of the Napa Valley region but we also have decades of experience to inform our concrete services and we continuous update our skills to bring clients innovative solutions for the environmental demands on their property.
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Concrete StampingConcrete stamping is a precise skill that requires experience and the ability for accuracy the first time around. We offer a wow factor when you choose concrete stamping. This means your concrete won’t look like your neighbor and you can expect our understanding of the science of mixing and pouring to benefit your vision. We execute concrete stamping that is flawless and beautiful and we take great pride in the countless clients who have called us for service provision. As a leader in custom concrete, we have a mission to provide you with high quality work you will love for a lifetime.
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“We love our custom concrete stamping on our patio. It turned out beautifully and now we’re considering stamping the driveway, too. We highly recommend their work and we could not have asked for better customer service.” – Sadie S. |
“We were looking for concrete flooring people who could provide some insight into how our winery might benefit from concrete flooring and they had a lot of valuable information that we had not considered so that in the end, we employed them.” – Jonas W. |
“Their work is fabulous. Anytime we have ever needed repairs or new construction, they have always been available to advise and we would not use any other concrete contractor for our business. ” – Terri K. |
Call Us Today
There are a lot of issues that can pop up when you have concrete features in your home or commercial property. When you need an expert, we are the premiere concrete contractor in the region that provides innovative approaches to repair and new installations. We encourage you to call us for a free estimate of service and we will come to your home or business for a careful evaluation. You can expect our services to be reliable and trustworthy. If you’re seeking to enhance your curb appeal and repair damages or employ new design, we are the top rated contractor in the region.
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What is Concrete?
The entire foundation of our business is created on concrete (no pun intended), but what is concrete exactly? At its basic level, concrete is a mixture of Portland Cement, water, and aggregates such as rock and sand that form a slurry that is easily poured and molded into shape. The slurry then hardens and forms an extremely durable stone-like material that is one of the most common building materials in the world. Concrete is used so widely that it is used roughly twice as much as steel, wood, plastics, and aluminum combined.
The Basis of a Concrete Mix
As mentioned, a concrete mix is primarily composed of the below three elements:
- Portland Cement- Portland cement isn't a brand name, but the generic term for the kind of cement employed in virtually all concrete, just like stainless is a kind of steel and sterling a form of silver. It is the most common type of cement in general usage. The Portland cement and water forms a paste that hardens and binds the aggregates together.
- Water – Water in the mix chemically reacts with the cement and allows the concrete to be workable. The more water, in the mix, the weaker the concrete will be.
- Aggregates – Concrete mixes commonly include sand (a fine aggregate) and gravel or crushed stone (coarse aggregates).
What is a Concrete Admixture?
Used frequently by concrete contractors, a concrete admixture is a material added to the concrete mix to achieve a certain goal. For example, a retarding admixture delays the setting time of the concrete, giving the contractor more time to work during hot weather. A water reducing admixture reduces the amount of water needed in the concrete mix, while air entraining admixtures are used when concrete is exposed to freezing and thawing. These admixtures contain microscopic air bubbles in the concrete, and when the hardened concrete freezes the frozen water inside the concrete expands into the bubbles rather than damaging the concrete. Pretty cool, right?
How is Concrete Made?
So, now that you know the ingredients of concrete, how exactly is it made? Most concrete production occurs in a large industrial plant of two different types: ready-mix and central mix plants. Concrete production is time-sensitive, and a wide variety of equipment is used to mix, place, shape, and retain the concrete during this time. A ready-mix concrete plant mixes all the ingredients except water, while a central mix plant offers more control of the concrete quality, but must be closer to the site where it will be placed.
To make concrete, the cement is mixed with the aggregates, admixtures, any fibers (used to make the mix stronger) and water. Mixing allows the cement to coat the aggregates evenly to produce an even result. The concrete must then be transported to the worksite via equipment like buckets, wheelbarrows, special trucks, or pumping. Next, the concrete is placed and compacted (to eliminate any air bubbles). Finally, the concrete is cured and kept moist for the next several days, to allow it to set and harden with the highest quality.
As you can see, placing concrete is no small task and should be left to a professional. That’s why you should count on Santa Rosa Concrete for your next concrete job!
To make concrete, the cement is mixed with the aggregates, admixtures, any fibers (used to make the mix stronger) and water. Mixing allows the cement to coat the aggregates evenly to produce an even result. The concrete must then be transported to the worksite via equipment like buckets, wheelbarrows, special trucks, or pumping. Next, the concrete is placed and compacted (to eliminate any air bubbles). Finally, the concrete is cured and kept moist for the next several days, to allow it to set and harden with the highest quality.
As you can see, placing concrete is no small task and should be left to a professional. That’s why you should count on Santa Rosa Concrete for your next concrete job!