About
Ford Concrete Services of Liberty
Residential and commercial concrete contractor for Liberty, MO and the Kansas City Northland. We handle every scope from driveways and patios to parking lots and warehouse floors — with on-site estimates, written scopes, and no subcontractors.
What We Do
Full-scope concrete for Liberty homes and commercial properties
Ford Concrete Services handles the full range of residential and commercial concrete work in Liberty, MO and the surrounding Northland communities. That means driveways, patios, pool decks, sidewalks, stamped and decorative concrete, retaining walls, and concrete repair and replacement on the residential side — and parking lots, warehouse and industrial floors, ADA access concrete, curbs and gutters, and foundations on the commercial side.
We don't subcontract our work. When you schedule a project, the team that shows up is the same crew responsible for the finished result. Every estimate is done on-site, and the written scope covers what's included before any work starts.
Residential + Commercial
Northland homeowners and commercial property owners, both handled
Residential concrete
Liberty and the surrounding Northland are home to a mix of newer subdivisions and older established neighborhoods. That creates two different residential needs: new pours for homes finishing out their yards, and replacement work for driveways, patios, and sidewalks reaching the end of their lifespan. We handle both — with the same mix spec, base prep standards, and control joint discipline regardless of project age or scope.
- Driveways and driveway replacement
- Patios, pool decks, and outdoor living slabs
- Stamped and decorative concrete
- Sidewalks, walkways, and front entries
- Retaining walls
- Concrete repair and resurfacing
Commercial concrete
Commercial work requires more precise scheduling and tighter coordination with site conditions. We work with property managers, general contractors, and owner-operators on commercial projects in the KC metro. Estimates are detailed enough for bid packages, and we can work within your project timeline and site access requirements.
- Parking lots and exterior flatwork
- Warehouse and industrial floor slabs
- ADA ramps and accessible concrete
- Curbs and gutters
- Foundations and sitework
Local Knowledge
Concrete in Liberty, MO works differently than in warmer or drier climates
Missouri clay soil
Liberty and the Northland sit on Missouri clay that expands when wet and contracts when dry. This seasonal ground movement puts stress on concrete slabs that don't have a properly compacted, stable subbase. Base preparation isn't optional — it's what determines whether a pour lasts decades or starts cracking within a few years.
Freeze-thaw cycling
The Kansas City metro sees 20 to 30 freeze-thaw cycles in a typical winter. Concrete poured without proper air entrainment will absorb water, freeze, and spall from the inside out. We specify air-entrained mixes for all exterior pours and manage curing carefully before cold weather arrives.
Drainage and slope
Standing water on concrete accelerates freeze-thaw damage and creates slip hazards. Every exterior pour we do is graded to drain away from structures. Drainage direction is confirmed before forming begins, not corrected after the concrete is down.
Control joint placement
Concrete cracks. The question is where. Control joints — saw-cut at the correct intervals for the slab thickness and mix — direct cracking to planned locations. Missing or misplaced joints mean the concrete decides where to crack on its own. We cut to spec, every time.
How We Approach Estimates
Every estimate is on-site, in person, and in writing
We don't quote concrete work over the phone without seeing the site. Too many variables affect price and scope: subgrade condition, drainage, access, existing concrete to remove, grade changes, and the specific finish you want. Seeing the site first is how we give you a number that's actually accurate.
The estimate is in writing and covers what's included, what's not, and the timeline before any work is scheduled. If the scope changes after we start — which is rare — we talk to you first. No surprises after the work is done.
Request Free On-Site EstimateCall or submit
Reach out by phone or form. We respond same day during business hours and confirm your area.
On-site assessment
We come to your property, assess the scope, and review subgrade and drainage conditions.
Written estimate
You receive a written estimate covering scope, finish, timeline, and total price before anything is agreed.
Schedule and pour
Once approved, we schedule the work, handle site prep, pour to spec, and walk it with you at completion.
Service Areas
Liberty and the Kansas City Northland
We serve the KC metro communities north of the Missouri River. Primary coverage:
Also serving Clay County and Platte County communities. Call to confirm your area.
Talk to us about your concrete project
Free on-site estimates in Liberty, MO and the Northland. No obligation.