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Garcia Concrete llc

Concrete contractor · Des Moines, IA · reviewed since 2018

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%59+32.2Reliability 24%30+7.3Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%53+3.7Craft & service penalty97−0.3Momentum penalty43−5.7Experts Score= 51Grade C: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.51SCORE
CGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#32 of 33 paving contractorsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 3%
4.8 ★★★★★ 87 Google reviews · 24 photos
93%five-star reviews
4.14★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
19%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
5%reviews answered by the owner
Sep 2026latest review

Garcia Concrete llc at a glance

Customers frequently praise the crew for professional communication, punctuality, and high-quality results on driveways, patios, and retaining walls. Positive reviews often highlight reasonable pricing and thorough cleanup after projects. However, a recurring criticism in low-star ratings involves unresponsiveness, with clients reporting that the company failed to return calls or showed up for initial estimates without following through.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 87 reviews (93% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 87 Google reviews (58 with written comments, 4 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 5% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: September 23, 2026.
  • Service: Paving Contractor serving Des Moines, Iowa.

Data from Google, last updated November 8, 2026.

Score profile vs other paving contractors

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and craft & service; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction59Reliability30Craft & service97Value100Momentum43Replies to reviews53Satisfaction: 59 (median 88)Reliability: 30 (median 81)Craft & service: 97 (median 89)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 43 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 53 (median 80)
Garcia Concrete llcPaving Contractors median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Garcia Concrete llc: 59/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.C
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ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Garcia Concrete llc: 30/100 on this factor. Category median: 81.D
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Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Garcia Concrete llc: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 89.A
97
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Garcia Concrete llc: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Garcia Concrete llc: 43/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.C
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Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Garcia Concrete llc: 53/100 on this factor. Category median: 80.C
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Star ratings

87 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars8193%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars11%
  • 2 stars11%
  • 1 star45%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 58 written reviews

  • Praise9497%
  • Complaints33%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Would recommend2122%
  • Quality & results2021%
  • Speed & response2021%
  • Staff & attitude1616%
  • Price & value88%
  • Communication66%
  • Honesty & trust66%

What customers talk about

We read 58 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Knowledge,Great work ethic, easy to work With 100% Recommend!”
  • “Garcia and his crew did an amazing job and left the driveway looking brand new.”
  • “They provided excellent quality work, at good value and was prompt with responses.”
  • “They were very professional and their experience made it a smooth process.”
  • “I got a few quotes as I always do, and Jose was not only more than reasonable, but he actually gave me a vision of what the job would look like once complete.”
  • “Their attention to detail, communication, pricing, and quality of work is truly remarkable.”
  • “Knowledgeable, hard working, honest, personable, and perfectionist.”

People customers mention

  • Jose 9 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Garcia Concrete llc for 2 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

DJ2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★

Horrible experience - had a contract and Luis completely flaked at last minute and ghosted our company. Terrible experience

VictorLocal Guide · 34 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

I hired This guys to remake my parents driveway that was broken everywhere. Garcia and his crew did an amazing job and left the driveway looking brand new. Great work for the price! Recommend 10/10 👍

DavidLocal Guide · 9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

We contracted with Garcia concrete to replace our driveway and garage floor. We were mightily impressed. This crew was among the hardest working men I have encountered. The weather was fairly miserable but they prevailed. They worked like a well choreographed team with everyone playing their part. Thank you so much!

Steve8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Jose & his crew did a great job removing a piece of concrete. Fast, reliable and respectful of the property.

Customer photo from Steve's review
DavidLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Jose and his team did a fantastic job creating a large concrete patio in our backyard. They were very professional and their experience made it a smooth process. We will definitely use Jose Garcia and his team again. Highly recommended!

Evan3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

My name is Evan lofthouse, and this is my story. I was a lone 28 year old with no driveway. After I lost my cat wÆh, I was lonely with no one to turn to. That was until I met Jose. Jose created my driveway, and it was so smooth that WÆh came back so he could run on it. I ended up hiring Jose for many more jobs…

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 87 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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DJ Brown2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews DJ has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Horrible experience - had a contract and Luis completely flaked at last minute and ghosted our company. Terrible experience

Edwin Pérez9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Edwin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Best concrete company did an excellent job

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Concrete driveway building
Victor LaraLocal Guide · 34 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Victor has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I hired This guys to remake my parents driveway that was broken everywhere. Garcia and his crew did an amazing job and left the driveway looking brand new. Great work for the price! Recommend 10/10 👍

Danny Olivier8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Danny has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Mira este jalecito!

Angel GomezLocal Guide · 23 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Angel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Apuntale 😅

Jade Alexander SmithLocal Guide · 6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jade has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The Best Company Of Concrete

David ElliottLocal Guide · 9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews David has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We contracted with Garcia concrete to replace our driveway and garage floor. We were mightily impressed. This crew was among the hardest working men I have encountered. The weather was fairly miserable but they prevailed. They worked like a well choreographed team with everyone playing their part. Thank you so much!

Response from the owner · a year ago

"Thank you for your kind words! we are glad you had a great experience with us.”

Steve Howlett8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Steve has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Jose & his crew did a great job removing a piece of concrete. Fast, reliable and respectful of the property.

manuel castellanos16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews manuel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great company

Javi6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Javi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

El mejor ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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