Last updated: October 2026
Quick answer
Commercial concrete flatwork in Cache Valley means thicker slabs, engineered joint layouts, durable air-entrained mixes and drainage for snow and truck traffic. Cache Valley Concrete bids parking areas, sidewalks, loading aprons, warehouse and shop slabs for businesses, property managers and general contractors. Call (435) 915-7985 for a scoped bid.
Commercial concrete flatwork in Logan and Cache County
Commercial work differs from residential in scale, schedule and stakes. A cracked loading apron or a heaved parking lane is more than an eyesore; it can disrupt deliveries, create liability and cost far more to fix than to build right. Cache Valley Concrete works with business owners, property managers and general contractors in Logan, Smithfield, Hyrum and across the valley, providing flatwork scopes that are clear about what is included.
Types of commercial projects
- Parking areas, drive lanes and stalls.
- Sidewalks, ADA-compliant ramps and curb ramps.
- Loading aprons and dock approaches.
- Warehouse, shop and building slabs.
- Dumpster enclosures and equipment pads.
- Light-industrial and farm-business slabs.
Design basics that save money later
Thickness, base and joint layout are decided by the loads. Light-duty sidewalks can be 4 inches; parking lanes for cars often use 5 inches; heavy truck lanes and aprons need 6 inches or more with reinforcement, dowels at joints and a stronger base. Joints should be laid out in squares or near-squares and aligned with columns, drains and building corners. A good design is as much about where concrete cracks as how it carries weight. We ask for drawings or specifications and build to them, and we flag concerns before the pour, not after.
Snow, drainage and de-icers
Commercial lots in Cache Valley see heavy plowing, large volumes of meltwater and frequent de-icer use. Drainage must be designed so water leaves the site without ponding, and surface slopes in lanes and sidewalks must be steep enough for water but gentle enough for safe walking, typically around one-eighth to one-quarter inch per foot. Air-entrained concrete, adequate curing and, where specified, surface sealers extend slab life. For salt policy, see the de-icing guide, which discusses chloride-based products and how owners can reduce damage.
Schedules, access and coordination
Commercial pours are often tied to tenants, deliveries or a general contractor's critical path. We plan truck routes, pour sequences and cure times with the project team. For work on an operating site, we phase the pours so that lanes and doors stay open. We keep subcontractors informed about when forms, steel and base are ready for inspection. If utilities or inspections are involved, we coordinate them with the owner or GC, and we call Blue Stakes of Utah at 811 before digging.
How we bid
We itemize base, thickness, reinforcement, joints, finish, curing, demolition and haul-off, and any special items such as sealers or color. That way owners and general contractors can compare bids on equal scopes. We do not publish company prices on this site; costs depend on size, access, soil and schedule. Read the cost guide for the factors and the prep and warranty guide for what to ask every bidder.
Serving the valley
What owners and general contractors should provide
- Plans or a sketch with dimensions, elevations and drainage points.
- Load information: vehicle types, axle weights and expected traffic.
- Soil or geotechnical information if available.
- Project schedule, access routes and any tenant or operating constraints.
- Specified mix, strength, air content, reinforcement and finish, if an engineer has set them.
- Required inspections and who schedules them.
With that information we can provide a scoped bid and a pour sequence that fits the project. If any of it is unavailable, we will visit the site and list our assumptions in writing so that every bidder is pricing the same thing.
One more point on commercial slabs: saw-cut joints must be made within hours of finishing, before random shrinkage cracks form on their own. On large pours that means a saw crew is ready as soon as the surface can bear it, and the schedule accounts for it. Dowels or other load-transfer devices at construction joints keep neighboring panels from stepping against each other under truck traffic, and that is one of the cheapest long-term protections a lot can have.
Commercial projects we scope include sites in Logan, Smithfield, Hyrum, Wellsville and Richmond. See the areas page for the full list.
Frequently asked questions
Do you bid from plans?
Yes. Send plans or specifications, or ask for a site visit. We itemize the scope so general contractors and owners can compare.
How thick should a commercial parking lane be?
It depends on traffic. Car-only lanes often use around 5 inches; truck lanes need more, plus reinforcement and a stronger base. The design should be set by the loads and the engineer or owner.
Can you work on an operating site?
We can phase the work to keep access open. Tell us about delivery times, tenant hours and the route trucks need.
Do you handle site preparation for commercial slabs?
Yes, as part of the concrete scope: excavation to subgrade, compacted base, forms and drainage. Larger grading or earthwork packages are coordinated with the owner or general contractor when we bid.