Business Details
50 Years
experience
Your Trusted Concrete Experts in Boulder, Colorado
Established in 1976, our company has built a reputation for delivering high-quality concrete solutions tailored to residential needs. Our team of skilled craftsmen brings decades of collective experience, ensuring precision and durability in every project. We specialize in custom decorative concrete, offering innovative designs for patios, driveways, and walkways that enhance property aesthetics.With a focus on client satisfaction, we collaborate closely with homeowners and industry professionals to achieve results that align with evolving architectural trends. Our commitment to excellence has solidified our position as a trusted partner for high-end custom homes and landscape designers in Boulder County.
Services
Driveways
Steps and Walkways
Entry Porches
Ashlar Slate Pattern
Color Staining
NewLook Stain
Sand Finish
Seamless Stone Pattern
Flagstone Pattern
Border Detail
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- 40+ years serving Boulder County with proven concrete expertise
- Skilled craftsmen ensure precision in every decorative concrete project
- Exclusive focus on residential flatwork from driveways to entry porches
- Collaboration with top Boulder County architects and landscape designers
- Warranty honored promptly without hesitation or dispute
What people say
Professional job
On time
Creative solutions
Honest communication
No damage to landscaping
Services
Stamped Concrete Driveways
Our stamped concrete driveways combine durability with aesthetic appeal using seamless stone and ashlar slate patterns. Each installation includes precise grading for water drainage, reinforced concrete mixes for freeze-thaw resistance, and color-fast sealants that maintain vibrancy. Homeowners benefit from increased property value through curb appeal enhancement while maintaining functional vehicle access.
Color-Stained Patios
We transform outdoor spaces with custom color-stained patios using acid-based and water-based stains. Our techniques create marbled effects mimicking natural stone while maintaining concrete's structural integrity. Clients choose from 20+ hues to match architectural styles, with stain protection that withstands Colorado's climate with minimal maintenance.
Exposed Aggregate Walkways
Our exposed aggregate finishes reveal decorative stones blended into concrete for slip-resistant surfaces. This technique combines crushed granite and quartz with color integrations for dimensional texture. The result provides both safety and visual interest, ideal for garden paths and pool decks needing traction near wet areas.
Control Joint Design
We engineer control joints to manage concrete cracking through strategic placement and depth calculations. Our approach balances structural requirements with aesthetic patterns, often incorporating decorative borders that turn functional elements into design features while maintaining structural integrity.
Concrete Removal & Replacement
Damaged concrete removal occurs without landscaping disruption using precision cutting techniques. Replacement pours incorporate modern reinforcement methods and matching color blends for seamless transitions. This service addresses sunken slabs, spalling surfaces, and outdated concrete across patios, sidewalks, and pool decks.
People
Darrel Norris
Founder/Owner
With 48 years of industry experience, Darrel established Norris Concrete in 1976. He oversees project design and client consultation, ensuring quality standards are maintained across all installations.
Rod Knudsvig
Job Supervisor
Rod has provided quality control and site management for 30+ years. His expertise in decorative concrete techniques ensures proper execution of complex stamped patterns and staining applications.
Questions
What concrete patterns are most popular in Boulder?
Ashlar slate and seamless stone patterns account for 75% of installations due to their formal elegance and natural aesthetics that complement mountain landscapes.
Do you repair existing concrete?
Yes, we specialize in replacing damaged sections while matching existing color and texture. Crack sealing and surface resurfacing services maintain structural integrity.
Can decorative concrete withstand Colorado winters?
Our concrete mixes include air entrainment for freeze-thaw resistance. Proper drainage design and sealant applications ensure durability through seasonal temperature extremes.
What design options exist for driveways?
Options include 15+ stamp patterns with color integrations and borders. Our portfolio showcases 40+ years of driveway designs from traditional broom finishes to modern exposed aggregate installations.
How long does installation take?
Most driveways complete in 2-3 days including formwork, concrete placement, stamping, and initial curing. Patios typically require 1-2 days depending on size and complexity.
