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Primos Concrete LLC

Concrete contractor · Des Moines, IA · reviewed since 2019

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%88+48Reliability 24%88+21.3Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty59−4.1Experts Score= 86Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.86SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#19 of 33 paving contractorsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 44%
4.9 ★★★★★ 100 Google reviews · 24 photos
96%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
90%reviews answered by the owner
Aug 2026latest review

Primos Concrete LLC at a glance

Google reviewers rate Primos Concrete LLC 4.9 out of 5 based on 100 reviews, with the owner responding to 90% of comments. Customers frequently cite punctuality, competitive pricing, and thorough cleanup for residential and commercial driveway, patio, and sidewalk projects. However, lower-rated reviews indicate recurring issues with post-installation follow-up, specifically delayed repairs and unresponsiveness when contacting the company about warranty work or rescheduling appointments.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 100 reviews (96% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 100 Google reviews (95 with written comments, 20 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 90% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: August 26, 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 momentum; weakest: craft & service.

Satisfaction88Reliability88Craft & service59Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews100Satisfaction: 88 (median 88)Reliability: 88 (median 81)Craft & service: 59 (median 89)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 100 (median 80)
Primos 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.Primos Concrete LLC: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.A
88
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.Primos Concrete LLC: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 81.A
88
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.Primos Concrete LLC: 59/100 on this factor. Category median: 89.C
59
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.Primos 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.Primos Concrete LLC: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.Primos Concrete LLC: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 80.A
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Star ratings

100 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars9696%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars11%
  • 2 stars11%
  • 1 star22%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 95 written reviews

  • Praise25199%
  • Complaints31%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price267%
  • Reasonable133%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Quality & results5622%
  • Would recommend5120%
  • Staff & attitude4719%
  • Speed & response4317%
  • Price & value3313%
  • Communication197%
  • Honesty & trust52%

What customers talk about

We read 95 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Primos did a great job on my driveway and patio replacement!”
  • “I would highly recommend Juan and the Primos team to anyone that needs concrete work done with expert care and attention to detail.”
    “Do not recommend this guys”
  • “From the start, they were professional, responsive, and easy to work with.”
  • “Juan quoted the job quickly and was able to complete the job in half a day!”
  • “Competitively priced, high quality, and great service.”
  • “Their pricing was very reasonable, communication was clear and consistent, and the work was completed quickly without sacrificing quality.”
  • “If you’re looking for reliable concrete work with fair pricing and great results, I’d definitely recommend Primos Concrete.”

People customers mention

  • Juan 18 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Primos Concrete LLC for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

Cody7 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 months ago★★★★★

Primos did a great job on my driveway and patio replacement! The house needed a refresh and it looks so much better. They were easy to work with and fast! If you need any concrete work you need to call them, they will get you right! Just look at the before and after photos!

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Lance5 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Juan was great to work with from quote to completion for my back patio and his team did a fantastic job. Competitively priced, high quality, and great service. Strongly recommend the Primos crew!

Cole3 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Fantastic experience working with Juan and his team. Juan quoted the job quickly and was able to complete the job in half a day! The team was very considerate of our front yard and laid down plastic running boards so not to tear up the ground with the machines they needed to use. I would highly recommend Juan and…

Jeff10 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★★★★★

We had a fantastic experience with Primos Concrete. They installed our backyard patio, and the results exceeded our expectations. Their pricing was very reasonable, communication was clear and consistent, and the work was completed quickly without sacrificing quality. We were especially impressed by how carefully…

DavidLocal Guide · 31 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 had a great experience working with Primos Concrete on my front steps. From the start, they were professional, responsive, and easy to work with. What really stood out was their willingness to provide competitive pricing when my neighbor and I decided to team up and get our front steps done at the same time—it…

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Great priceConcrete sidewalk building
David13 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★★★★★

Recently had some steps replaced in front of my house. Juan and crew did a great job. Competitive pricing, quality work and thorough cleanup. I will use them again.

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 100 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Cody Brown7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Cody has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Primos did a great job on my driveway and patio replacement! The house needed a refresh and it looks so much better. They were easy to work with and fast! If you need any concrete work you need to call them, they will get you right! Just look at the before and after photos!

Lance Cunningham5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lance has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Juan was great to work with from quote to completion for my back patio and his team did a fantastic job. Competitively priced, high quality, and great service. Strongly recommend the Primos crew!

Cole Cunningham3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Cole has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Fantastic experience working with Juan and his team. Juan quoted the job quickly and was able to complete the job in half a day! The team was very considerate of our front yard and laid down plastic running boards so not to tear up the ground with the machines they needed to use. I would highly recommend Juan and the Primos team to anyone that needs concrete work done with expert care and attention to detail.

Jeff Getting10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jeff has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We had a fantastic experience with Primos Concrete. They installed our backyard patio, and the results exceeded our expectations. Their pricing was very reasonable, communication was clear and consistent, and the work was completed quickly without sacrificing quality. We were especially impressed by how carefully they protected our lawn throughout the project. Even our neighbors have complimented how great the patio looks. We highly recommend Primos Concrete!

David CookLocal Guide · 31 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews David has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I had a great experience working with Primos Concrete on my front steps. From the start, they were professional, responsive, and easy to work with. What really stood out was their willingness to provide competitive pricing when my neighbor and I decided to team up and get our front steps done at the same time—it made the whole project more affordable for both of us. The quality of their work was excellent. The crew showed up on time, paid attention to detail, and made sure everything was done right. My new steps look fantastic and feel solid and well-built. They also kept the work area clean and made the process smooth from start to finish. If you’re looking for reliable concrete work with fair pricing and great results, I’d definitely recommend Primos Concrete.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Concrete sidewalk building
Response from the owner · 6 months ago

Thanks so much David

David Trachtenberg13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews David has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Recently had some steps replaced in front of my house. Juan and crew did a great job. Competitive pricing, quality work and thorough cleanup. I will use them again.

Matthew Flowers2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Matthew has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We had a great experience with Primos Concrete on our new patio. Juan was professional, easy to work with, and kept everything running smoothly. His crew was exceptionally kind and took into consideration our wants and needs. They did excellent work, and the final result looks fantastic. Highly recommend!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Retaining walls, General paving, Service not listed
Sloane Romano6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sloane has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Primos concrete did our patio and we could not be happier with how it turned out! Very professional and did exactly what they said they would do. We definitely recommend them if you are looking to have any concrete work done. 10/10 we are very happy!

  • Price assessment: Great price
teresa bailey4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews teresa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Juan and his crew were amazing! These guys work hard! Removed and replaced driveway, city sidewalk and approach all in one day! Came back the next to cut the lines! Great job!

Kim Haltom11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kim has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great experience with Primos. The work was done quickly with excellent skill and expertise. The reviews speak for themselves and you won't be disappointed.

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