Concrete work in Polk City
Polk City is in Polk County, about 14 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 Polk City
Breaking out or removing a curb along a public street, or building a private drive from one, requires a permit from the Clerk or Building Official; it takes effect only once the Building Official endorses approval on it.
Source: Polk City Code of Ordinances, Sec. 140.01 Permit Required
Under Polk City Code 136.04, the abutting property owner must keep the sidewalk between the property line and the curb (or, without a curb, the street's vehicle area) safe and free of hazards.
Source: Polk City Code of Ordinances, Sec. 136.04 Property Owner's Responsibility for Maintenance
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 Polk City
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.