Concrete work in Grimes
Grimes is in Polk County, about 11 miles from downtown Des Moines and inside the area we work. We come measure on site, usually in the evening, and the estimate is free.
Before you replace concrete in Grimes
Grimes' Driveway/Approach Addition Requirements sheet requires an approved permit for a driveway addition if the work is in the City right-of-way or makes the driveway approach larger.
Source: Grimes Development Services, Driveway/Approach Addition Requirements
Under Grimes Code of Ordinances 8-3-4, the owner of property next to a public sidewalk is responsible for repairing, replacing or rebuilding broken or defective sidewalk and keeping it safe.
Grimes Code of Ordinances 8-3-8(5)(E), part of the city's sidewalk standards, requires sidewalk in driveway areas to be at least 6 inches thick.
Read on the city’s official website on September 13, 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.
What we do in Grimes
Concrete Driveways
We tear out the old one, prep the base and pour a driveway built for Iowa winters.
Commercial Parking Lots
Tear-out and replacement of commercial concrete lots, with drainage planned first.
Concrete Steps
Steps and stoops with consistent risers, poured to code.
Concrete Floors
Garage, basement and shop floors, finished flat and level.
Concrete Footings
Footings and foundation work sized for what goes on top.
Retaining Walls
Walls that hold a grade and drain properly behind.
Concrete Demolition
Breaking out old concrete and hauling it off.