Red Deer, Alberta

Concrete Contractors Red Deer, AB
Trusted & Licensed Local Experts

Residential & Commercial Concrete Services in Red Deer.
Driveways, patios, slabs, and foundations built for Alberta's freeze-thaw climate.

Licensed & Insured 10+ Years Experience Free Estimates Red Deer & Central Alberta
Gilbert Concrete crew completing a residential driveway project in Red Deer Alberta
500+ Projects
Completed
Proudly Local — Red Deer, AB
10+ Years
Experience
Concrete Contractors Near Me

Red Deer Concrete Contractors
— Red Deer's First Choice

Looking for concrete contractors near you in Red Deer? Gilbert Concrete has been delivering residential and commercial concrete work across Central Alberta for over 10 years. From ready-mix driveways to reinforced concrete foundations, we build for Alberta's climate — not against it.

Over 500 residential and commercial concrete projects completed across Red Deer and Central Alberta. We're local, licensed, and on every job site personally.

10+ Years
500+ Projects
2yr Workmanship Guarantee
100% Locally Owned

Licensed & Insured

WCB Alberta covered and fully insured on every job site. You're protected from day one.

Built for Alberta Winters

We design every slab, driveway, and foundation to handle deep freeze-thaw cycles — because Alberta winters don't forgive shortcuts.

Free, No-Pressure Quotes

We come to your site, assess the project, and give you a clear, itemized quote. No surprises on the bill.

Red Deer's Trusted Crew

Our team lives and works here. We care about our reputation in this community — and it shows in every pour.

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Our Process

How Our Concrete Contractor
Experts Complete Your Project

Here's the thing about concrete in Alberta — the process matters as much as the pour. Here's how we work.

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Step 01

Consultation

We sit down with you, review your project goals, and walk the site. We discuss budget, timeline, and any permits required under the Alberta Building Code. No guesswork, no surprises later.

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Step 02

Project Assessment

Before any concrete is mixed, we confirm the aggregate base depth, formwork layout, and rebar placement. Every project is engineered to handle soil conditions and frost heave in Central Alberta.

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Step 03

Pour & Finish

We bring in the right ready-mix concrete for your project spec. Formwork systems are set precisely. After the pour, control joints are cut at correct intervals to manage cracking. Concrete curing begins immediately after finishing to protect surface strength.

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Step 04

Final Review

We walk every finished project with you before we leave the site. You check it, we check it — and we don't sign off until you're satisfied.

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Ready to Start?

Start Your Concrete Project

Ready to get started? View our full concrete slab installation Red Deer page, or call us today for a free on-site quote.

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Red Deer, Alberta

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About Us

Trusted Concrete Contractor
Serving Central Alberta

Gilbert Concrete has handled concrete prep and installation across Central Alberta for over 10 years. We understand what freeze-thaw cycles do to a poorly built slab — because we've been called in to fix them.

Most homeowners don't realize that a driveway or patio failing after a few winters usually comes down to what's underneath — the aggregate base depth, the steel rebar layout, or a missing layer of welded wire mesh. We don't cut those corners.

Every project Gilbert Concrete takes on is built to last. That means properly graded sub-base, correct concrete thickness, and a curing process that protects the surface through its first winter. We're not the cheapest option in Red Deer — but we are the crew you won't have to call back.

Our crew is WCB Alberta-covered and fully insured. Learn more about WCB Alberta coverage .

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Gilbert Concrete team working on a residential concrete project in Red Deer Alberta
500+ Projects
Completed
10+ Years
Experience
Proudly Local — Red Deer, AB
Our Equipment

Professional Equipment For
Quality Concrete Services

Here's the thing about concrete in Alberta — the right equipment isn't optional. We use professional-grade tools for forming, finishing, and curing every project.

Concrete Mixer & Ready-Mix Coordination

Ensures consistent ready-mix concrete from batch plant to pour — the right mix design, on time, every time. No delays, no compromised concrete.

Laser Levels & Screeds

Precision flatness on every slab and floor surface. Laser levels guarantee correct drainage slopes — critical for driveways and commercial slabs in Central Alberta.

Rebar Cutters & Benders

Steel rebar shaped on-site to fit your exact foundation or slab spec. Proper rebar placement is what separates concrete that lasts 30 years from concrete that cracks in five.

Plate Compactor

Compacts aggregate base to prevent settling and frost heave. In Alberta's deep-freeze climate, a properly compacted base is the difference between a stable slab and a heaving one.

Concrete Saw

Cuts clean control joints at correct spacing after the pour. Properly placed control joints manage cracking — skip them and you let the concrete crack wherever it wants.

Curing Blankets & Sealers

Protect concrete curing in cold or hot weather conditions. Proper curing in Alberta's climate is non-negotiable — rush it or skip it and surface strength suffers permanently.

Professional equipment + experienced technique = superior results. This attention to detail shows in every finished project we deliver across Red Deer and Central Alberta.

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Concrete Contractors Near Me

Concrete Contractors Near Red Deer, AB
& Central Alberta

Searching for concrete contractors near you? Gilbert Concrete serves Red Deer and the surrounding Central Alberta region. If you're within an hour of Red Deer, chances are we've already worked in your neighbourhood.

We regularly complete residential and commercial concrete projects in Blackfalds, Lacombe, Penhold, Sylvan Lake, Innisfail, Ponoka, Bowden, Olds, and nearby rural properties. Most locations within 45–60 minutes of Red Deer fall inside our normal service area.

From established Red Deer neighbourhoods to growing towns across Central Alberta, our crews handle driveways, patios, slabs, foundations, sidewalks, and commercial concrete installations.

Red Deer Neighbourhoods We Serve

Anders Park, Bower, Clearview, Deer Park, Devonshire, Eastview, Glendale, Inglewood, Ironstone, Lancaster, Lonsdale, Mountview, Normandeau, Oriole Park, Rosedale, Rosedale Estates, Sunnybrook, Timberlands, and Vanier Woods.

Not sure if we cover your area? Give us a call — if we can get there, we'll come out and quote it. (403) 391-9489

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Cities & Communities We Serve
Red Deer, AB
Blackfalds · 8 min
Penhold · 10 min
Lacombe · 20 min
Sylvan Lake · 25 min
Innisfail · 30 min
Ponoka · 35 min
Bowden · 40 min
Olds · 45 min
Springbrook
Red Deer County
Rural Central Alberta
Within ~45–60 minutes of Red Deer? We likely serve your area. Call (403) 391-9489 to confirm.
Our Work

Quality Concrete Work
We Have Done

Every project below was built to handle Alberta winters — from reinforced concrete slabs to stamped patio surfaces. These are real jobs, completed across Red Deer and Central Alberta.

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Residential Foundation — Central Alberta

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Our Services

Concrete Services Red Deer |
Residential & Commercial

Gilbert Concrete handles the full range of residential and commercial concrete work in Red Deer and across Central Alberta. Whatever you're building, we've poured it.

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Concrete Patio Red Deer

From simple brushed concrete to exposed aggregate and stamped finishes, we build patios that hold up outdoors in Alberta's climate. Expansion joints are placed correctly so your patio stays level year after year.

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Concrete Driveway Red Deer

A concrete driveway built right in Alberta needs more than just a good pour — it needs the correct aggregate base, proper reinforcement, and control joints spaced to manage movement. We build driveways that don't crack, heave, or spall after their first winter.

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Concrete Foundation Red Deer

Residential and commercial foundations poured to Alberta Building Code specs. We handle footings, foundation walls, and waterproofing prep. Reinforced concrete with steel rebar throughout — no shortcuts on structural work.

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Concrete Floor Repairs Red Deer

Cracked slabs, spalling surfaces, uneven floors — we assess and repair. In our experience, most concrete damage in Central Alberta comes down to freeze-thaw cycles working on an unsealed or poorly poured surface. We fix the problem, not just the symptom.

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Stamped concrete services Red Deer Alberta Residential & Commercial

Stamped Concrete Services

Want concrete that actually looks good? Stamped concrete gives you the appearance of stone, brick, or wood with the durability of reinforced concrete. Popular for driveways, patios, walkways, and pool surrounds.

Stamped Concrete Services Red Deer
Concrete slab installation Red Deer Alberta Residential & Commercial

Concrete Slab Installation Red Deer

Garage slabs, shop floors, acreage pads, and commercial slabs. We set the formwork, compact the base, pour to the right thickness, and cut control joints at the correct spacing. Concrete curing is monitored and managed on every slab pour.

Concrete Slab Installation Red Deer
FAQ

Concrete Contractor FAQs |
Red Deer Homeowners Guide

These are the questions we hear most often from Red Deer homeowners. Straight answers, no fluff.

In Alberta, concrete driveways typically run between $8–$15 per square foot, depending on thickness, reinforcement, and how much site prep is needed. Stamped or coloured concrete adds to that. Most standard two-car driveways in Red Deer fall somewhere between $4,000 and $12,000. Honestly, the only way to know your number is a site-specific quote — too many variables affect the final price.
A 30x40 foot slab poured at 4 inches thick needs approximately 14.8 cubic yards of ready-mix concrete. At 6 inches thick, that's around 22.2 yards. Always order 5–10% extra for waste and any low spots in the sub-base. Running short mid-pour is a problem you don't want.
Most slabs need a minimum 4-inch compacted aggregate base underneath them. In Central Alberta, where the ground freezes deep and heaves, we recommend 6 inches minimum. A proper gravel base is what keeps slabs from cracking when the frost moves the ground below them. Most homeowners don't realize how much work goes on before the first truck even shows up.
The formula is: Length (ft) x Width (ft) x Thickness (inches / 12) = cubic feet. Divide by 27 to get cubic yards. Example: a 20x20 slab at 4 inches thick = (20 x 20 x 0.33) / 27 = 4.9 cubic yards. Your contractor will do this math for you, but it helps to understand what you're ordering.
Ready-mix concrete in Alberta typically costs between $150–$200+ per cubic yard, depending on mix design, delivery distance, and current material costs. Prices shift seasonally and with fuel surcharges. Always confirm current pricing with your local batch plant — what it cost last year isn't necessarily what it costs today.
It takes roughly 45 bags of 60lb concrete mix, or about 27 bags of 90lb mix, to make one cubic yard. For anything bigger than a small repair patch, ready-mix concrete is faster, stronger, and usually more cost-effective than bagged mix. Bagged concrete is fine for posts and small fixes — not for slabs or driveways.
We calculate the volume of each foundation wall separately — length x height x thickness — then add the footing volume on top of that. A licensed concrete contractor also accounts for waste, pump lines, and the specific mix design required by the Alberta Building Code for your project type. Getting this wrong is expensive. It's one of the reasons you hire a professional.
Avoid rock salt and calcium chloride on concrete surfaces — especially in the first winter after a pour. These chemicals accelerate freeze-thaw damage and can cause surface spalling faster than almost anything else. Use sand for traction instead. For sealed surfaces, there are concrete-safe de-icers available. Most concrete should be sealed every one to two years to protect against Alberta winters. If you've already got surface damage, our concrete floor repairs service in Red Deer can restore the surface before it gets worse.

Still have questions? Call us directly — we are happy to answer anything about your concrete project.

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Reviews

What Red Deer Homeowners
Say About Gilbert Concrete

Don't take our word for it. Here's what our customers across Red Deer and Central Alberta have to say after their projects were completed.

"Had our driveway done last summer. Crew showed up on time, finished when they said they would. Driveway looks great and made it through the winter with no issues. Best concrete contractor in Red Deer we have used. Highly recommend."

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Mark Reynolds

Driveway Installation — Red Deer, AB

"Got quotes from three different concrete contractors. Gilbert was not the cheapest but they explained everything clearly. No pressure sales. The stamped patio turned out better than we expected. Worth every dollar."

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Sarah Thompson

Stamped Concrete Patio — Red Deer, AB

"They fixed a foundation crack that another company said could not be repaired without major excavation. Saved us thousands. Honest, knowledgeable concrete contractor experts who know exactly what they are doing."

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James Wilson

Foundation Crack Repair — Red Deer, AB

Concrete Care

How to Maintain Your
Concrete Investment

Your concrete will last decades longer with proper care. Here is what our concrete contractor experts recommend.

1

Seal It Regularly

Apply a quality penetrating sealer every 2–3 years. Keeps moisture out and protects against Alberta's freeze-thaw cycles.

2

Clean It Annually

Power wash once a year to remove dirt, debris, and organic growth. Stains are much easier to address when caught early.

3

Address Cracks Early

Small hairline cracks seal easily with concrete caulk. Ignore them and water infiltrates, freezes, and accelerates serious damage fast.

4

Minimize Salt Use

De-icing salt damages surfaces through scaling — especially new concrete in its first winter. Use sand or non-chloride de-icers instead.

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Monitor Drainage

Ensure water flows away from your concrete — not pooling on the surface. Standing water causes deterioration and undermines the base below.

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Simple Steps, Big Results

Follow these 5 tips and your Gilbert Concrete installation will perform beautifully for 30+ years across Central Alberta's harsh climate.

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Ready To Start Your
Concrete Project in Red Deer?

From driveways to foundations, our Red Deer concrete team is ready to give you a free, no-pressure estimate. We come to your site, assess the job, and walk you through exactly what's involved — before you commit to anything.

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10+ Years Experience

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