Concrete Work in DUMBO
Concrete Replacement in DUMBO, Brooklyn
Loading areas, garage floors, courtyards and building entrances rebuilt in concrete for the loft, condo and commercial buildings near the waterfront.
- Old slabs broken out and hauled
- Built with drainage for a low lying area
- Written price after a free visit
What Kinds of Concrete Work Fit DUMBO Buildings?
DUMBO has few yards and driveways, so concrete replacement here means loading areas, garage and cellar floors, courtyards, service passages and entrance slabs at former warehouses and newer buildings. These slabs carry carts, trucks and foot traffic, and they take water from a low lying waterfront.
The neighborhood is made up of converted loft buildings, condo and rental towers and commercial space. Private houses with patios are rare, so we would rather say that plainly than write about back yards that do not exist. What DUMBO does have is a lot of hard working concrete.
Owners here call about floors that crack under loading, slabs that have dropped at a dock and courtyards where water sits after rain.
When Does a Slab Need Replacing Instead of Patching?
Replace a slab when it has dropped, broken into pieces, holds water or sits over a washed out base. Patch only when the surface is level and the damage is shallow. Heavy loading dock use makes patches on failed slabs fail again quickly.
| Condition | Approach |
|---|---|
| Surface flaking, slab level | Repair the surface and seal |
| Cracks from truck loads | Replace the slab on a stronger base |
| Water pooling in a courtyard | Repour with a new pitch or drain |
| Slab dropped at a dock edge | Break out and rebuild to meet the platform |
A slab in a waterfront area also has to shed water reliably, since the neighborhood is low lying and flooded during Hurricane Sandy in 2012. New concrete cannot stop a storm, but correct pitch and drains keep ordinary rain from lingering.
Floor or Loading Slab Failing?
Have us measure it and explain your options.
How Do You Replace Concrete Inside an Occupied Building?
We plan the work in phases so the building keeps running. Old concrete is saw cut and broken out with tools suited to the space, debris leaves through a planned route, and new concrete is placed in sections. Noise, dust and access are discussed with the manager before the crew arrives.
Interior and covered slabs are more sensitive than a yard. Ventilation, dust control and protection of adjoining finishes come first. For garage and cellar floors, we look at drainage and sumps so new concrete does not trap water.
Work near the public sidewalk, such as an entrance slab that meets the street, generally needs a DOT permit, which we file for the jobs we do. Structural changes may involve the Department of Buildings.
Do Historic District Rules Apply to Concrete Work?
They can. DUMBO has a historic district, and the Fulton Ferry district adjoins it. Work on facades, areaways and some building elements can need Landmarks Preservation Commission approval. Interior slabs usually do not, but exterior slabs at building fronts may. Confirm current rules with the city before starting.
We ask about landmark status early and tell you when something looks like it could need review. That avoids a stalled job after the crew has been scheduled.
What Affects the Price of Concrete Replacement in DUMBO?
Area, thickness, the amount of old concrete to remove, base and drainage work, and access through the building set the price. Interior jobs and phased schedules add time. We write up a price after a visit, not by phone, so each of those factors is measured.
Hauling debris out of a loft building may need a freight elevator or a dolly route, which affects the schedule. Reinforcement for vehicle loads changes the mix and the thickness. Each of these is shown in the written price so you can see how it adds up.
Job Steps
How a DUMBO Concrete Job Runs
Visit
We measure the slab, check access and drainage and note approvals.
Breakout
Old concrete is cut and hauled along the planned route.
Base and forms
The base is rebuilt and forms set pitch and edges.
Pour and cure
New concrete is finished, and most jobs take one to two weeks.
Sidewalk at Your Entrance Cited by DOT?
The public walk is a separate job from your slab, but we can repair both. Read our guide on how to resolve a DOT sidewalk notice.
Nearby
Concrete Replacement Near DUMBO
We also do concrete work in the neighborhoods next to DUMBO.
FAQ
DUMBO Concrete Questions
Private patios are uncommon here. Most of our DUMBO concrete work would be loading areas, garage and cellar floors, courtyards and entrances.
Yes, in phases. We plan access, noise and dust with the manager before we start.
Most jobs take one to two weeks. Larger or interior jobs can take longer.
No slab stops a storm surge, but correct pitch and drains keep everyday rain from pooling. Waterproofing is a separate service.
We do. Call (718) 468-8803 for a free visit and a written price.
Contact
Request Your DUMBO Concrete Quote
Tell us which slab or floor needs work and how the crew can reach it.
- Call us(718) 468-8803
- HoursMon to Sat, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Free on site estimate with a written price
- Licensed and insured, 25+ years in business
- We handle DOT sidewalk permits
- Serving Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens and the Bronx
Get Your Free Estimate
Takes about a minute. No cost and no obligation.