Kodiak Construction provides a wide range of concrete installation and repair services for residential and commercial clients throughout the Bay Area. In addition to handling every step of its customers’ patio, walkway and driveway projects, the company has the in-house capabilities to build retaining walls, perform foundation work and more.
Estimator Michael Figueroa says that although Kodiak Construction has undergone considerable growth during its two decades in business, it continues to embrace the values and principles that have defined it since the beginning. “My father, David Figueroa, started Kodiak Construction more than 20 years ago, and even though we’ve grown in size since then, we’ve kept our humble attitude. With every project, we adhere to the fundamentals of doing high-quality work and making our customers happy.”
Kodiak Construction also has the training and equipment to install decorative concrete, which Mr. Figueroa says brings an element of artistry to the company’s capabilities. “These days, there are almost unlimited colors and patterns to choose from for decorative concrete. By the time we’re finished with an installation, it looks more like a work of art than a driveway or patio.”
“We truly believe our clients are always right, so we do whatever it takes to make sure they’re satisfied with our work. We always keep them updated throughout their projects so they know what to expect, and we never leave a job until it’s 100 percent complete.”
If you’re thinking about installing concrete on your property, consider a custom installation that involves patterns, colors and unique styles. Gone are the days of the “one application fits all” approach to walkways, driveways, patios and other concrete surfaces. Today, there are a range of decorative applications that can make your home’s exterior and interior concrete surfaces unique and beautiful, including stamped concrete, colored concrete, colored overlays and concrete stain, and control joint designs. “There are a lot of great modern designs, like broom-finished concrete, which involves using a broom to create patterns and form in fresh concrete so it stands out more,” explains Michael Figueroa, estimator at Kodiak Construction in Martinez. “Regardless of your aesthetic preference, you have plenty of options.”
Applications like stamped concrete and colored overlays are popular when it comes to patios, pool decks, interior concrete flooring and countertops, walkways, and driveways. In part, the popularity stems from the affordability of concrete and its reputation as a long-lasting medium. Now, with the ability to customize the color and appearance, homeowners are finding new pride in their concrete surfaces.
Types of decorative concrete techniques
- Stamped concrete has long been popular with homeowners. With this method, contractors press a stamp into wet concrete to create a pattern or texture. Stamped concrete can resemble natural stone, brick, wood, tile and other patterns.
- Concrete staining uses acid- or water-based stains to alter the color of the concrete.
- Colored concrete is dyed before or shortly after it’s poured, which creates a uniform color throughout the surface.
- Polished concrete is popular for interior floors and countertops. When coupled with added and natural aggregates in concrete, polishing gives a smooth and even shiny finish.
- Engraving concrete with saws or specialty grinder blades creates patterns, designs and grooves in the surface. This treatment can make concrete look like brick, cobblestone or natural stone.
- Decorative overlays can be applied to new or existing concrete surfaces. These overlays can include designs, colors, textures or other specialty features.
Maintaining customer satisfaction is a crucial aspect of any business, but it's even more important for concrete contractors that have earned the prestigious Diamond Certified award. Kodiak Construction believes the best way to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction is to offer the type of personalized service that can only come from a family-owned and operated company. "My father, brother and I run the business together, and we bring our extensive knowledge and family bond to every job," says Estimator Michael Figueroa. "Our clients know we'll be giving our absolute best at every phase of their projects, and they really appreciate that type of dedication."
Kodiak Construction has been providing concrete installation and repair services for residential and commercial clients throughout the East Bay, Napa County, and Marin County since 1995. The company has the training and equipment to handle every step of its customers' patio, walkway, and driveway projects, and it's also qualified to build retaining walls, perform foundation work, and more.
Unlike concrete companies that only focus on one aspect of their clients' projects and rely on subcontractors to complete the work, Kodiak Construction utilizes its concrete, carpentry and drainage experience to effectively manage the entire process in-house. "We understand the importance of building the whole home, not just the patio," says Mr. Figueroa. "For example, we know how the concrete will affect the area adjacent to the patio in terms of drainage, which impacts our preparation and installation methods. The techniques we use are designed to positively impact our clients' properties."
Another distinguishing attribute of Kodiak Construction is its dedication to remaining on each client's project until all work is complete, which Mr. Figueroa says isn't always a given in the industry. "Some concrete contractors accept a down payment, start the job and then disappear for days or weeks at a time before coming back to finish it. We never work that way–once we provide a timeline and start working, we stick to the project and make sure the client is completely satisfied before moving on."