1. Comparing only totals
A bid without demolition, base, thickness, reinforcement, finish and disposal details cannot be compared fairly.
2. Leaving color or finish verbal
Product, color, pattern and finish should be written and approved before placement. Concrete cannot be returned after it hardens.
3. Ignoring drainage
Ask where water goes and how elevations were determined. “We will slope it” is not a complete site plan.
4. Skipping license verification
Confirm the active Oregon CCB record, responsible business name and any insurance requirements directly from primary sources before signing.
5. Not asking who runs the site
Ask who supervises, whether other crews are involved and who sends updates. Do not assume “our crew” answers the question.
6. Accepting vague payment terms
Deposit, progress payments, changes and final payment belong in the agreement. Be cautious with deposit-heavy terms disconnected from delivered work.
7. Choosing impossible timing
A same-week promise can hide skipped planning, weather risk or an unstable schedule. Reliable work includes cure time, inspections and honest sequencing.
Turn research into a site-specific plan.
Online guidance can narrow choices, but elevations, soil, access and use determine the actual scope. A free site walk replaces assumptions with a written proposal.
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