​Good contractors often have some or all of the following qualities:

• A good reputation: Check customer and expert reviews, and maybe ask for references for their work before hiring.
• Experience in their field: Look for companies that have many years of experience doing the work you need. That's not to say that new companies inherently do bad work, but experience is always a safe bet.
• A portfolio of work: If you can’t review the previous work they’ve done, maybe look elsewhere for your concrete work.
• Insurance for their work: This is an important one. Any reputable business will carry insurance so that in the event of project failure you won’t have to shell out again to get the work done right.
• Excellent customer service: Being able to ask questions and get guidance throughout your project is a great boon, so look for companies with top-notch customer service.
• Fair prices: Getting quality work done doesn’t have to break your bank, and with a little shopping around you can find contractors who do good work at reasonable rates.

Things to Avoid: There are also some pretty significant red flags you should look out for when picking a concrete contractor. These give you an idea of their experience and skill level and can help gauge whether or not they're a good fit for your project. If a contractor doesn't know what permits will be needed, aggressively upsells beyond your stated budget, or doesn't want the contract in writing, maybe look elsewhere.
Tips For Hiring a Concrete Contractor If you’ve never hired a contractor before, it can be a bit daunting. It’s good to go in with an idea of what to expect, so you don’t get yourself into a less-than-ideal situation.
​Here are a few quick tips for hiring a concrete contractor:

• Narrow down options before choosing a contractor
• Factor in drying time when planning your project
• Have a few scheduling options in case your preferred one doesn’t work out
• Ask questions that test their knowledge and experience