How to Get Concrete Price Quotes | ConcreteCostEstimates.com

Concrete has many construction applications—from patios and driveways to countertops and pools—it has become a material with a plethora of practical and creative uses. There are tons of websites containing calculators that can help you estimate the quantity of concrete that you need for your job, but few who can give you an actual price quote. That’s because concrete is a localized product whose price varies almost daily. Other varying factors in the price of concrete are the composition of the mix and the cost of delivery.

One of the easiest ways to get a concrete price quote is to use a matching service. Without leaving the comfort of your computer, you simply answer a few questions, and the matching service will identify three or four local, qualified professionals who are interested in providing you concrete price quotes. One of the questions you will be asked is how quickly you want the work performed. If you make the matching service aware that you are simply seeking concrete price quotes, the contractors will be fully aware that you are still in the “contemplation phase.”

Before you know, the contractors will begin calling to introduce themselves. Take a few minutes to talk with them and ask yourself: Are they personable? Did you get a good feeling? Do they understand that you are still “shopping” and are not “ready to buy”? Take a moment to browse their company websites, read customer reviews and see if other customers had a good experience.

Eventually, the contractors will offer to visit your home for a first hand look at the project. Have a list of questions, so you are able to interview each contractor in a similar manner. Also, make sure each contractor’s measurements are relatively the same, and that they are all quoting for the same thickness and mix of concrete. After that, all you have to do is sit back and wait for the contractors to begin submitting their concrete cost estimates.

Once they are presented, compare the various cost estimates to see where you are getting your best value. Remember, the cheapest isn’t always the best! Again, make sure each contractor’s quote was for similar thickness and mix of concrete.

When you are ready to move from “shopping” to “buying,” you will rest assured that you are making the right move because you received concrete cost estimates from several qualified professional sources.