Big Dog Concrete Services

Concrete Pumping | Concrete Placing | Concrete Finishing

Concrete Companies Kelowna, BC.

Concrete placement services are essential for various construction projects. Including the construction of foundations, slabs, driveways, sidewalks, and more.

Why hire a professional concrete placement company?

When and where are concrete pumps used?

Concrete pumps are ideal for use in a wide variety of construction applications.

Before concrete pumps, the concrete had to be manually transported. From the cement truck to the construction location. Often by a wheelbarrow.

Concrete pumps help speed up the process of pouring concrete. Saving time and money. Pumping the concrete from the truck to the construction location.

Concrete that is not poured in time can harden and is wasted, costing more.

Big Dog Concrete offers concrete pumping services in Kelowna, BC and surrounding areas.

Concrete Line Pump Rates

• $180.00 per hour. 3-hour minimum charge
  • Includes Schwing Concrete Line Pump
  • Concrete Pump Operator
  • A labourer
• $4.00 per meter of concrete pumped
• $25.00 Pump Prime Fee
  • The pump requires priming to allow the concrete to flow through the pump easier and sooner

The hourly rate comprises:

• Travel from our yard to your site
• Set-up
• Concrete pumping
• Wash-out time
  • A wash-out of excess concrete is done at the site. If you would prefer the wash-out to be done off-site, there is an extra charge. If interested, please inquire about the charge.

Saturday and/or Sunday Concrete Pumping Projects

Big Dog Concrete Pumping is available for a weekend concrete pumping project.

• $230.00 per hour | 3-hour minimum charge applies
• $4.00 per meter of concrete pumped
• $25.00 priming fee
  • The pump requires priming to allow the concrete to flow through the pump easier and sooner

Concrete Placing & Finishing Services

Big Dog Concrete offers professional concrete placement & finishing services. This involves the pouring, spreading, and levelling of concrete.

Concrete finishing is a critical step in construction. It affects the quality and durability of the finished concrete structure/surface,

Concrete placement services typically include the following steps:

1. Preparation:
   • Before concrete is poured, the area must be properly prepared. This includes clearing the site, setting up formwork (if needed), and ensuring the ground is adequately compacted.
2. Concrete Mixing:
   • Concrete is mixed according to the required specifications, which may include specific ratios of cement, aggregates, water, and additives. The concrete must be mixed thoroughly to achieve uniform consistency.
3. Pouring:
   • Once the concrete is mixed, it needs to be transported and poured into the designated area. This may involve the use of concrete trucks or pumps, depending on the project’s size and accessibility.
4. Spreading and Leveling:
   • Concrete placers are responsible for spreading and levelling the freshly poured concrete to achieve the desired finish. They use tools such as screeds, trowels, and floats to create a smooth and even surface.
5. Finishing:
   • After the concrete is spread and levelled, additional finishing techniques are applied. This can include techniques like troweling, brushing, or stamping, depending on the desired texture and appearance of the concrete surface.
6. Curing and Protection:
   • Once the concrete is placed and finished, it needs to be properly cured to ensure its strength and durability. Curing involves maintaining the appropriate moisture and temperature conditions for a specific period of time. Concrete placers might apply curing compounds or cover the concrete with plastic or wet burlap to prevent moisture loss.
7. Clean-Up:
   • After the concrete has been set and cured, the site is cleaned up, and any excess materials or equipment are removed.

Big Dog Concrete Pumping Ltd.

1185 Hardie Road
Kelowna, BC v1x2g9

Call 250 300 9361