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GH Carlson Concrete Co

Concrete Pouring and Repair, Basement Waterproofing, Basement Remodeling,

About us

3-4 employees. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service fees. No extra charge for after-hours service.

Business highlights

70 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Concrete Work, Foundations, Flatwork & Repair Work, Basement Remodeling, Light Excavating, & Light Wrecking & Hauling. Snow Removal.


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Reviews

4.973 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
86%
4
5%
3
0%
2
0%
1
8%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.9
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.9
Showing 51-73 of 73 reviews

William M.
11/2017
5.0
concrete repair, basement waterproofing, foundation repair
  + 1 more
Exceeded my expectations.
Description of Work: Seal foundation cracks and concrete parge.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,600

Michael R.
12/2015
5.0
concrete repair
  + -1 more
They did a good job!
Description of Work: Repaired front concrete steps.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Carolyn K.
09/2015
5.0
concrete repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Proposal has been signed - work hasn't been done yet. Have not paid any money yet. His initial visit to look at job and draw up estimate was prompt, punctual and professional. Hope this continues.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Paul U.
06/2015
5.0
concrete repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They did some some concrete work.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Sylvan M.
12/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing, concrete repair, basement remodeling
  + 1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Did great work, responsive and professional.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,800

Erik L.
11/2012
5.0
concrete repair
  + -1 more
See above
Description of Work: Garrett was excellent to work with. He initially quoted the work the year prior but due to financial constraints, I delayed the project. I had multiple quotes and he wasn't the less expensive but he provided several suggestions to improve water runoff and surrounding areas. Once we started the project, everything was on time and on budget. Communication was excellent. It has been a year since the work was completed and I am still extremely happy with job performed. Highly recommended!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000

Laurie R.
11/2012
5.0
concrete repair, excavators, basement remodeling
  + 1 more
ldu
Description of Work: Excavated a 4 feet high basement of a very old home into a 9 feet high basement for greater functionality and storage. Very professional and pleasant to deal with for a very unique service. Took longer than estimated but results of our newly poured concrete basement looks great.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$40,000

TAMARA X.
03/2011
5.0
concrete repair, basement waterproofing
  + 0 more
N/A - estimate only.
Description of Work: Brought in GH Concrete to give us an estimate on basement excavating and pouring in October (actual date unknown). They took their time in assessing the situation and spent a considerable amount of time educating me as to what I could expect and what would/would not be worthwhile. While we're not yet in a position to have this work done, we really appreciate their time and attention and would definitely call them back when we're ready to move forward.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Niles H.
11/2010
5.0
concrete repair
  + -1 more
Job was quick and good.
Description of Work: Replaced front steps

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000

Judith C.
08/2010
5.0
excavators, hauling services
  + 0 more
I called Garrett Carlson on August 7 to inquire if he would break up a small concrete pond and adjacent reservoir and haul away the concrete. The pond was old and not in working condition, and I wanted to fill the areas with dirt but needed to remove and/or break up the concrete to allow for proper drainage. Garrett stopped by on August 8 to look at the job. He quoted me a very fair price and I agreed to it. He then proceeded to do the job right then and there, for which I was extremely happy! He and an assistant worked very hard to hammer away at the concrete in the pond and once it was all broken up, they hauled it away. The reservoir was much more difficult to maneuver and so Garrett drilled lots of holes through the concrete so that water could drain into the ground. He also broke apart the concrete at the very center to create a larger drainage hole. He and his helper worked very hard and were both extremely professional and friendly. I was very pleased to have this project done so quickly and at such a good cost.
Description of Work: Breaking up concrete and hauling away from a concrete pond and pond reservoir.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Phil N.
08/2010
5.0
concrete repair
  + -1 more
Excellent work on all fronts.
Description of Work: removed old side walk and replaced with new poured cement sidewalk; also repaired deteriorated brick in catch basin

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,300

BILL B.
07/2010
5.0
concrete repair
  + -1 more
Very pleased
Description of Work: Very courteous and prompt. Installed parking bumpers to protect home, poured concrete on side building and poured concrete in front of home front steps which were deterioting. happy with the outcome. will last for years.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,700

PAULINE P & DAVID G S.
07/2010
5.0
concrete repair
  + -1 more
Everything was great. They were courteous, responded quickly, and had extremely reasonable prices. They did an excellent job.
Description of Work: They installed a new patio.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500

CARLOS O.
11/2009
5.0
mudjacking
  + -1 more
They were very professional. I did meet with them in person and they were punctual. Their price was also fair. They had pretty much all the good stuff. I really like that they are a family business so Dad and the son came out to measure for the quote.
Description of Work: We didn't have them do any work yet. They gave us a quote for new concrete stairs and walkway.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Jason K.
11/2009
1.0
concrete driveways
  + -1 more
Because they didn't deliver an estimate or return my calls, I found another contractor.
Description of Work: I called this company to look at erosion of concrete on the envelope of my garage door entrance because water is seeping into the garage. The company owner came out to look at it and told me he would call back with an estimate. He never called me back. I called him again a week later and he never returned my phone call.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Response from GH Carlson Concrete Co
It is regrettable that I did not follow-up with this member after our initial meeting. During this meeting I did provide a verbal quote (roughly $80) to patch the floor of his garage, and the member responded positively to this figure. At that time, I did state that scheduling might be an issue. I was going to be working in the area and was hoping to get to it then, about the end of Sept. beginning of Oct. During that time though the weather was rainy. To insure quality work, we try not to pour concrete when the weather is bad. Consequently, the schedule got pushed back, not allowing for the opportunity to schedule this member's job. I am sorry that I did not follow-up with a phone call to explain the situation to this member. As you can see in other member's comments, we do try to be as courteous and responsive as we can. **Please note, this work was never completed as the member indicated above as Sept. 16.

IRA P.
06/2009
5.0
concrete repair
  + -1 more
Arrived punctually on a Saturday morning to examine property and prepare quote. When we preliminarily selected them to do work, they came out again at our request to review job and answer questions. Workers arrived punctually to do work and did excellent job.
Description of Work: Replaced two sets of concrete stairs (3 steps each), replaced 7 x 7 floor, and parged cracked concrete sidewalls.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,462

Marilyn L.
05/2009
5.0
concrete repair
  + -1 more
They are supposed to come this week, if it doesn't rain. I have already got the estimate and signed the contract with them. I called several people for an estimate last year and he was the only one that had the courtesy to return my phone call. He came over and gave me the estimate. I appreciated him being honest in telling me to put it off till spring because the weather was getting iffy. He said he would call me in spring, and he did call me a number of times to let me know that he hadn't forgotten me.
Description of Work: The concrete company will redo the sidewalk and the front walk.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

NORA G.
04/2009
5.0
concrete repair
  + -1 more
This is a father/son business that picked up the phone on my first try! Very responsive and punctual. Not only did they offer suggestions but they provided different solutions with corresponding pricing scenarios. The overall work site was kept very tidy. Excellent work with a very polite crew. One thing people should remember is that pouring concrete, like roofing, is seasonal and you need to be flexible on when the work can be performed- I wanted the work done in March but learned conditions weren't conducive to pouring concrete. Highly recommend this company.
Description of Work: Problem: Basement seepage during heavy rainfalls due to a partial missing gangway along the west side of the house. Remaining gangway no longer sloped away from the house, many parts were cracked due to age. Work performed: The old gangway was jackhammered and all the concrete was hauled away. The ground was framed and regraded so that the newly poured gangway would now slope away from the house. The basement steps and landing were redone as well.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000

PANAGIOTIS V.
10/2008
5.0
concrete repair
  + -1 more
Excellent work. Very punctual and clean, Mr Carlson is great to work with. He will take the time to answer whatever questions you may have. There is a garden adjacent to the sidewalk that I was concerned might be damaged, but Carlson took special care and the garden came out unscathed. This work was a bargain by any standard. It's such a joy to do business with people who take their work seriously.
Description of Work: Breakout and replace sidewalk in the back of an apartment building, from parking lot in back to city sidewalk out front, same dimensions as the existing one. Replace the bottom concrete step with a new one, same dimensions. Work includes hauling away all related debris and all concrete hand troweled. Concrete should be 4 inches thick w/6 bags of Portland cement per yard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,931

JENNIFER P.
10/2008
5.0
concrete repair, excavators, basement waterproofing, mudjacking
  + 2 more
The project went very well. I called for an estimate. He was prompt, easy to talk with and accommodating about the demolition portion of the project. He was the contractor I felt most comfortable using and his estimate was surprisingly the lowest. I got several bids. The project involved demolishing an old wooden floor in basement above another wood floor that was above dirt and poured a concrete floor.
Description of Work: Poured concrete basement floor.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,200

Selena S.
10/2008
5.0
concrete repair
  + -1 more
It was good! They did a great job! They were prompt. They finished on time and did the job well. I would recommend them. We were happy with the results.
Description of Work: They came in and just did a concrete job in the backyard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

PANAGIOTIS V.
05/2008
5.0
concrete repair
  + -1 more
Gil Carlson was very professional. They showed up when they said they would and completed the job on time and just as we had agreed. The cleanup was excellent as well. I'm not sure if it was the best price I could get, but based on one other estimate and the advice of a knowledgeable friend I feel it was definitely in the right range.
Description of Work: Demolished and replaced front steps, walkway to front steps, rear steps to basement and backyard path from back of house to alley.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,203

BREKKEN G.
12/2007
5.0
concrete repair, concrete driveways
  + 0 more
The work went very well. He is very easy to deal with and I would highly recommend him. Cost is for our portion. It was divided between three people and he had to create the driveway.
Description of Work: He poured a new driveway and parking pads.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000
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Contact information

2223 W Estes Ave, Chicago, IL 60645


Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Bonded

Insured
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Service Categories

Concrete Pouring and Repair,
Basement Waterproofing,
Basement Remodeling,
Excavating,
Concrete Leveling,
Foundation Repair,
Hauling,
Concrete Driveways,
Snow Removal,
Water & Smoke Damage

FAQ

GH Carlson Concrete Co is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

GH Carlson Concrete Co accepts the following forms of payment: Check
No, GH Carlson Concrete Co does not offer free project estimates.
No, GH Carlson Concrete Co does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, GH Carlson Concrete Co does not offer a senior discount.
No, GH Carlson Concrete Co does not offer emergency services.
No, GH Carlson Concrete Co does not offer warranties.
GH Carlson Concrete Co offers the following services: Concrete Work, Foundations, Flatwork & Repair Work, Basement Remodeling, Light Excavating, & Light Wrecking & Hauling. Snow Removal.

Contact information

2223 W Estes Ave, Chicago, IL 60645


Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed