The Story of the Concrete Service is the story of founder Ralph Samuelson. Though we are certainly proud of our current incarnation, the pride we have for our innovative beginnings with Ralph is paramount. When Ralph started a gravel and concrete block company in 1932, he entered himself into a block manufacturing "arms race" of sorts that was occurring during that era.
Ralph quickly became obsessed with invention and efficiency. A Pit and Quarry magazine editor wrote in 1946, "Seldom (does one) encounter an operation in which original and practical ideas abound." He continues, "All stem from the inventive genius of Ralph Samuelson." This writer's words were not some overstating flattery spun to aggrandize his article.
Ralph quickly became obsessed with invention and efficiency. A Pit and Quarry magazine editor wrote in 1946, "Seldom (does one) encounter an operation in which original and practical ideas abound." He continues, "All stem from the inventive genius of Ralph Samuelson." This writer's words were not some overstating flattery spun to aggrandize his article.
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Are you looking for something to add a little extra flair and an artistic touch to your home or commercial property? Stone masonry and hardscaping techniques can provide the classic look and absolute durability that you need for your home or commercial projects.
The Concrete Service is the area's premier masonry supplier and hardscape materials dealer; offering a full line of products to accommodate all project needs from backyard patio pavers to masonry units and mortars for commercial building.Why build a wooden deck or patio, when you can install a beautifully artistic paver patio and retaining wall in your yard.
The Concrete Service is the area's premier masonry supplier and hardscape materials dealer; offering a full line of products to accommodate all project needs from backyard patio pavers to masonry units and mortars for commercial building.Why build a wooden deck or patio, when you can install a beautifully artistic paver patio and retaining wall in your yard.
The Concrete Service, Inc. serves Northern Michigan through our Traverse City Showroom. Our knowledgeable showroom staff and outside sales team look forward to the opportunity to help you find the products that will bring your design to life. We have a full service showroom where customers and contractors can buy and order products directly from our retail sales consultants on-site.
Whether you're looking for a small weekend landscaping project, or a large-scale redesign, The Concrete Service has all the available hardscape and masonry materials to make the job easy. The right execution of a Hardscape project will create a beautiful outdoor space you will love for years to come.
A retaining wall is the simplest form of stone landscaping, and also one of the most beneficial. Traditionally retaining walls have been used to curb erosion and maintain unnatural slopes to allow for roads or structures. You can incorporate a retaining wall into your landscaping efforts in many different ways; currently the most common option is to create a terraced garden bordering a patio.
Nothing can compare to the lasting beauty of natural stone. Regardless of the application, natural stone is sure to spark conversation as well as endure the test of time. Natural stone provides an organic, low maintenance option for both landscaping and building construction.
Whether you are laying a unique natural stone patio, or adding some character to a building facade with veneer wallstone, The Concrete Service offers a wide variety of natural stone for indoor and outdoor applications.Create a cozy garden nook or a statement piece with an archway or building face with natural stone.
Whether you are laying a unique natural stone patio, or adding some character to a building facade with veneer wallstone, The Concrete Service offers a wide variety of natural stone for indoor and outdoor applications.Create a cozy garden nook or a statement piece with an archway or building face with natural stone.
Reviews (6)
Gabe Norris
Jul 19, 2021
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Emily Sheridan
Jul 03, 2021
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We stopped in yesterday to chat about some concrete paver options. We had no idea where to start. We ended up getting to work with Cecelia and she was SO incredibly patient, thorough, knowledgable, and informative. I feel like she would provide us with answers to questions we didn't even know to ask. 10/10 service! Will absolutely be coming back for all concrete needs and will be asking for Cecelia!
Liz Skruch Ascione
Dec 26, 2020
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Anything you could possibly need in stone, this place will deliver. If they don't have it out just ask and they can get it. Excellent customer service will help you get the look or product you need. Extremely well educated staff on all the products. A place you can really trust to get top quality products.
Remington Rice
Nov 14, 2020
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Keith H.
Sep 29, 2020
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Dean Baker
Dec 17, 2016
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I cannot say enough high regards to the Concrete Service Co!
I was looking to install a patio with only the diamentions in hand. Jeff Thomach was awesome in choosing the right stone product for me, figuring quickly how much material I needed and answering all my questions! Everything I needed arrived at my house the next day. After completing I had a few extra blocks to return and needed help with suggesting of a stone boarder edge. Jeff was again top notch with suggestion & details. Out the door I was with the yard guys waiting for me to drop off & pickup my new material. I now know why "Service
I was looking to install a patio with only the diamentions in hand. Jeff Thomach was awesome in choosing the right stone product for me, figuring quickly how much material I needed and answering all my questions! Everything I needed arrived at my house the next day. After completing I had a few extra blocks to return and needed help with suggesting of a stone boarder edge. Jeff was again top notch with suggestion & details. Out the door I was with the yard guys waiting for me to drop off & pickup my new material. I now know why "Service
