For over 25 years, we have been serving Greater Cincinnati, Indiana and Kentucky for all of your blacktop, concrete & paving needs.
Concrete Services:
Concrete Finishing for residential and commercial customers including, Parking Lots, Driveways, Sidewalks, Loading Docks, Curb Repair, Curb Installation, Line Striping, Excavation, Catch Basin and Storm Sewer Drainage Repairs, Patios, Steps
Asphalt Services:
We are a full-service asphalt paving and maintenance contractor. Our goal from the beginning has been to provide quality asphalt services for every conceivable paving project at competitive prices. New Asphalt Construction, Asphalt Resurfacing, Asphalt Patching and Repair, Asphalt Seal Coating, Asphalt Crack Sealing, Line Striping, Excavation, Catch Basin and Storm Sewer Drainage Repairs.
Business highlights
40 years of trusted experience
Women Owned & Operated
Services we offer
CONCRETE: Repair or replace concrete driveways, parking lots, walkways, patios (including stamp), basements, garages, and steps for both residential and commercial customers.
ASPHALT: Repair, resurface, crack fill, sealing, striping, catch basin repair or replacement for both residential and commercial customers.
Very good. Fairly difficult in that the drive is hour glass shaped, on a grade and between stone walls.
Description of Work: Resurfacing driveway
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Andy B.
10/2017
5.0
driveway pavers
+ -1 more
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Description of Work: Live on a steep hill and to excavate before putting down asphalt.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,800
Amanda L.
08/2017
1.0
concrete driveways
+ -1 more
These jerks were doing the concrete on my neighbors house and decided to take a break to lean over our fence and use their twirled up t-shirts to repeatedly smack and whip our dogs. When approached, they laughed and thought it was funny. Our dogs bark at strangers but they are fenced in and harmless. This was a senseless act of animal abuse and should never be tolerated in any environment. When the man in charge was approached he tried to joke it off. They had no business being near or leaning over our property line. I would say if you want a professional, call someone else.
Description of Work: Driveway paved
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
Joyce L.
10/2016
1.0
concrete driveways
+ -1 more
In June 2016 I spoke with Tom and stated if I signed the contract they can get me on the schedule for August 2016. The contract was signed and fax over and followed up with an email. Vicki acknowledge they did receive the signed contract and Tom would be the one to call to schedule the job. After waiting a week and I did not receive a call, I call and spoke with Jeff and explained I have no tentative date to have my driveway replaced. Jeff stated, " I will call you first thing in the morning to get you scheduled on the calendar". Well, needless to say it's now October 29th 2016 and I never heard back from anyone at Holmes (not Tom nor Jeff). I must admit, I did read a review that was exactly the same. But silly me, I figured, If I ask them how far out in the schedule they were, signed the contract, and followed up at least twice, any professional, and reputable company would extend the courtesy to say if they will accept the job and not leave you (thinking you're) bonded by a contract you signed, while some other company could have gotten the job done. THAY CAN CONSIDER MY SIGNED CONTRACT NULL AND VOLD AT THIS DATE AND TIME: 10/29/16 8AM.
Description of Work: In September of 2015 Holmes was called and came out promptly to provided an estimate on a replacement driveway.
Great Job. Had to fight all the unplanned rain this summer but they worked at it and did an excellent job.
Description of Work: Blacktop driveway.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,000
John M.
06/2015
5.0
concrete driveways
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
James N.
02/2015
3.0
concrete driveways
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Installed new concrete drive over existing gravel base measuring 266'X 11',20' X 4' (flares) 53'X 11',24'X 14(2), 19'X 30' & 14'X 28' plus front walk and patio. the job was done professionally and clean. The drive is 4 to 5 inches above surrounding yard. Top soil was added in an attempt to grade the yard to the driveway. In May or June of 2014 the short sidewalk cracked in half. I contacted Holmes and they said that they would come and look at it. I have not seen them at my house and the sidewalk is still broken as of 2/3/2015
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
3.0
$24,970
Don D.
08/2014
1.0
concrete driveways, concrete repair
+ 0 more
Driveway looked excellent when completed last year. (Even though they had to return a few times and complete what they said they were going to do with my driveway and did not). Less than one year after completion, I had one 7 foot crack and bad pitting over the entire driveway. Holmes came out with his concrete vendor and they decided the deterioration was caused by a specific stone used in the concrete mix, combined with the hard winter. They decided the best thing to do would be to repair some of the concrete. This is where my real issues began with this company. Very poor and sloppy workmanship on the repair, and now they refuse to reply to my emails or return my phone calls. When they do return a couple of my calls, they tell me how busy they are and they will get back with me. And of course they never do. The crew that worked on my project originally told me that Holmes would back up his work and take care of any issues I should have. Obviously this is not the case. Someone else has photos posted with their review of this company. When I first saw the pictures of their deteriorating driveway, I thought they were pictures of my deteriorating driveway. Looking at some other recent reviews, this company might be having some upper management issues. My suggestion would be to make sure you get plenty of references.
Description of Work: Holmes tore out and replaced my driveway.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$30,000
Janis K.
06/2014
4.0
concrete driveways
+ -1 more
Holmes was prompt with the estimate, in May 2014. Due to bad winter, all concrete contractors were running behind, so he estimated work would be done in June/July. I received notice in late May that the 1-day project was scheduled for the first week in June. Talked to Holmes on 6-2; was told the work would be done on 6-6. As rain occurred that week, I left a message with its answering service on 6-5, to see if the work was still scheduled. No reply. Workmen did NOT show up on 6-6; my message with answering service received no call-back. Sent an email later that day, and was told work would be done on 6-9. (These are the reasons for my lower "responsiveness rating." I understand that the weather, and site conditions, can cause delays -- but I need to hear about it. Just a quick phone call or email would have sufficed.) Work performed on 6-9. Crew varied from congenial to sullen/profane, but I can overlook a lot when the work is done correctly. There had been concrete edging around the sidewalk, which had disappeared. (Work began at 7:30A; I arrived on-site 3 hours later.) Crew said they'd check on the edging's whereabouts. I did not hear about the edging's demise until several days later, after my email inquiry. I requested, and received, a $30 discount on the bill, to compensate for edging's loss. (20 ft. of edging @ $1.50/ft.) It required another week, and my questioning email, before the sidewalk's wood supports, and soil backfill, was performed. As for enduring quality of the work, time will tell. GENERAL NOTES on concrete work from ANY contractor: This was a new experience for me, so I wasn't sure what to expect. IF you have concrete work done which abuts any vegetation, expect damage. I not only lost concrete edging, but also some plants. I wish I had been warned of this -- I could have removed edging and plants beforehand.
Description of Work: Removed/replaced 2 sections of concrete driveway and 4 of front walkway.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,650
Carl A.
04/2014
2.0
concrete driveways
+ -1 more
Holmes did amazing work at our home last April! However, 10 months later we noticed 3 portions of the driveway were literally crumbling. I called Mr. Holmes who finally returned my call after 4 attempts and then he came out to view our driveway after 3 more requests. Mr. Holmes informed me via phone that he agreed the condition of the driveway was a problem (I do not recall exact words) and that it would be fixed; he even made a comment that he was unsure as to why they used a different product or did something different on those portions that were crumbling. Numerous phone attempts later, Mr. Holmes has decided that this is a problem with the quality of product from his supplier and he is leaving it up to them to "decide what they are going to do ". While I have reminded Mr. Holmes now on 2 occasions that our contract is with "Holmes", he continues to deny that they have any ownership in the matter. I am appalled that we have to take legal matters just to get what we paid for.
Description of Work: Replaced concrete driveway, steps to porch and sidewalk around our home last April 2013.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
5.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0
$6,200
Response from HOLMES BLACKTOP & CONCRETE
It's been freezing temperatures and winter conditions from early December to the middle of April, [member name removed] was contacted, the drive was inspected and we did inform him that we would have the supplier come out and look at the drive. This just takes time. It has been a winter with multiple freeze thaw cycles and large amounts of salts and chemicals were spread this year, neither of which is good for new concrete. We always use a cure and seal on completion of our work but it still has its limits. The concrete supplier has agreed to supply the concrete and we will be replacing the three blocks of concrete. [member name removed] has been contacted with this information.
Kay N.
12/2013
5.0
driveway pavers
+ -1 more
N/A
Description of Work: I used HOLMES BLACKTOP & CONCRETE
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Danny G.
11/2013
2.0
concrete driveways
+ -1 more
Called and made an appointment with the receptionist. I was called back by the owner Jeff but never set up a day for the quote. I was called back a few days later by a contractor for the company (owner's brother) who said he would be at my place in 10 minutes which isn't a very convenient way to make appointments. The inspection went pretty well. I liked the guy and after a brief inspection of my issue he shook my hand and told me "WE WILL NOT FORGET ABOUT YOU". He also let me know that he would give me a call back with an estimate soon after. After a couple of weeks I decided to call the company to see if they had forgotten about me. Jeff (owner) was the guy I spoke to and after explaining my situation he said that he would need to talk to his other brother who had done the initial inspection and that they would get back to me. It has now been a week since I last spoke with anyone from the company and it's time to move on. Especially, since I have already received a quote back from an "A" rated company here on Angie's List that completed the inspection and quote within a couple of days for a fair price.
Description of Work: Came out to property for a free estimate.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
2.0
James N.
10/2013
5.0
concrete driveways
+ -1 more
In June of 2013 I requested a quote for a new driveway and a replacement sidewalk. The driveway Quote came in on 6/18/2013. In late July, I called and asked Holmes to add a quote for a replacement patio in the back of the house. The patio Quote came on 7/30/2013. Their schedule is dependent on acceptable weather conditions and the existing Backlog. They generally don't promise a completion date because they don't know what the weather will be like in the future and they will not start a job until they feel confident that they can complete it within a reasonable period of time. They removed all large rocks and sidewalk. They added crushed rock as required. They leveled and compacted the base. They poured 98 yards of concrete in the driveway, sidewalk, and patio. The driveway was 5" thick and 11' wide. The patio was 4" thick and 14.5' by 21'.. They completed the job on 10/15/2013 where they filled along the edges of the concrete with topsoil. They used 70 yards of topsoil. The driveway was unavailable for only seven days while the concrete set up. I had requested a Quote for the driveway to be done with 4" of asphalt. The Quote for 4" (2" and 2") of Asphalt was $20,500.00. I think concrete was cheaper.
Description of Work: Installed a new concrete driveway onto an existing gravel driveway. Replaced an existing patio made out of rocks and gravel with a concrete.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$24,970
Chuck H.
08/2013
5.0
driveway pavers, concrete repair
+ 0 more
very happy with the work that Holmes Blacktop completed for us
Description of Work: installed a blacktop driveway and concrete sidewalk
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000
Diana B.
07/2013
1.0
concrete driveways
+ -1 more
They came out the next day to do the estimate. I was impressed. That was short lived because after receiving the written proposal and sending it back by fax signed, we have not heard from them. The day we faxed it (May 16, 2013) we even called to make sure they got it and was told yes and we were on the list. It is now mid July and after three (3) phone calls to see how close we were, the only person we have talked to was I suppose the secretary who said she would pass on the message. No one from the company has actually contacted us to tell us our turn was coming up, they weren't going to do the job, nothing. I don't know if the job was too small for them or what, but either way I feel this is very unprofessional and disappointing. We wanted it fixed before the holidays, but that never happened. a little communication goes a long way.
Description of Work: We call them to get an estimate to concrete a portion of our driveway.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
$1,500
Response from HOLMES BLACKTOP & CONCRETE
All of our customers are informed when we receive the contract and are told we will call them one week in advance prior to starting the project. We normally run 45 to 60 days behind, unfortunately the weather has not been co-operating and this pushes jobs back, this is the reason we do not schedule to far in advance. (Member name removed) probably talked to our phone service, but in our defense both our lead estimator as well as the president of the company have there cell phone numbers listed on the contract and customers are told to call us direct if there is a problem. We have since contacted (Member name removed) and she has been scheduled weather permitting.
tonya B.
07/2012
5.0
concrete driveways, concrete repair, excavators
+ 1 more
Though it does take a while to get the project started (2 months during busy season). The work is worth the wait. Team is very punctual, sensitive to yard damage, and takes the time to make sure its done right. They hauled all the concrete away and brought in topsoil to fix the damaged areas caused by machinery. This is a huge plus as I have had work done where I was left filling in ruts and grading dirt. Hardworking team that has been doing this work for years. Note it was 90-100+ degree days Project was completed in 3 days. Only issue is response time to check on project status. Around the 2 month marker, I left several messages with the answering service to check on my anticipated start date. Once I got a call-back. Project was scheduled without any issues
Description of Work: Completely removed and replaced 3 driveway sectionsRepaired corner of driveway sectionRemoved and replaced ~ 2 driveway sections and replaced french drain.Removed concrete steps and landing.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,100
Rebecca T.
01/2009
4.0
driveway pavers, excavators
+ 0 more
The work went well. The estimate was reasonable compared to others I had received. The tear out and gravel part of the job went well. The company did not tell me that they wanted to wait a week to complete the job, which was a surprise and then it rained. When they returned after all that, the job completed well. I was satisfied except the asphalt in front of the garage door is not sloped well so that some puddling does occur(ice in the winter).
Description of Work: The company cut out about half of the existing driveway(other construction work had removed the other half already), digging out to about 10", removing this old material from the job site. They installed about 7 1/2" of crushed limestone and compacted that. They then installed 3" of asphalt and rolled/compacted the surface. All edges were made clean. The driveway is about 100 ft long with a 30' x 26' area in front of the detached garage.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000
HALI G.
10/2008
4.0
driveway pavers
+ -1 more
They showed up on time and completed the work in a timely fashion. The quality of the job in general was good, although I felt that they rushed a bit particularly at the end of the job. The result of rushing showed up later. We were told that the concrete would cure to a nice and even white color around spring. The job was done the previous November. It did not end up with even coloring, and the skirt was somewhat pitted. We started calling Mr. Holmes around March or April, and were usually told he'd "be out next week" or "call me right back". This went on until around August when he finally had someone come out. They repaired a small crack on the front of the porch and explained the problem with the sealant/curant. I was told that the uneven coloring was a result of the curant/sealant they sprayed on it when they finished. The driveway was probably still too wet for it to go on evenly, and the pitting was from it being sprayed too hard. We were told that the curant is only good for 30 days while the concrete hardens; beyond that, we would have to apply some sort of sealant on our own, something that was not clearly explained at the beginning.
Description of Work: Replaced driveway, walkway and porch.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000
TERRY G.
10/2008
2.0
driveway pavers
+ -1 more
Took forever for them to respond once I signed contract, several months, communication with them was very difficult until I finally tracked down the owners cell phone number. I was very disappointed in the finished product, especially in finishing of edges. When they came back to apply sealer (1 year later as recommended by them) the info. said brushed on, it was mopped on. It has been 1 year and I have to go out and fill some cracks on edges they did not fill, even though I pointed it out to them when they came to seal driveway (225 dollars more). I was very disappointed with the entire experience.
Description of Work: Partial tear-out of old asphalt, new gravel in needed areas, 2" new asphalt on entire driveway.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
3.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
2.0
$3,500
MICHAEL B.
08/2004
1.0
concrete driveways
+ -1 more
THEY NEVER CALLED ME BACK.
Description of Work: I CALLED AND LEFT A MESSAGE REQUESTING AN ESTIMATE FOR A DRIVEWAY AND RETAINING WALL.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0
TERI K.
04/2004
5.0
concrete driveways, concrete repair
+ 0 more
THE JOB WENT VERY WELL. I LIKED THAT THE BOSS WAS ON-SITE TO SUPERVISE.
Description of Work: INSTALL NEW CONCRETE DRIVE, 1 SET OF STEPS AND VERSA BLOCK WALL.
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Service Categories
Concrete Driveways,
Asphalt Driveways,
Concrete Pouring and Repair,
Excavating,
Drain Pipe Installation,
Snow Removal,
Stone and Gravel
FAQ
HOLMES BLACKTOP & CONCRETE is currently rated 3.8 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
HOLMES BLACKTOP & CONCRETE accepts the following forms of payment: Check,CreditCard,PayPal,Venmo
No, HOLMES BLACKTOP & CONCRETE does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, HOLMES BLACKTOP & CONCRETE does not offer a senior discount.
No, HOLMES BLACKTOP & CONCRETE does not offer emergency services.
No, HOLMES BLACKTOP & CONCRETE does not offer warranties.
HOLMES BLACKTOP & CONCRETE offers the following services: CONCRETE: Repair or replace concrete driveways, parking lots, walkways, patios (including stamp), basements, garages, and steps for both residential and commercial customers.
ASPHALT: Repair, resurface, crack fill, sealing, striping, catch basin repair or replacement for both residential and commercial customers.