Premium California Sand Finish concrete driveway poured by Pumas Concrete in Nashville, Tennessee

CONCRETE CONTRACTOR · NASHVILLE, TN

Nashville Concrete
Built to Last

Most concrete around here fails early, and it is almost never the finish that gives out first. It is the base, the reinforcement and the drainage underneath. We build those right, we tell you exactly what we are doing and what it costs, and we hit the schedule we gave you.

Free, Same-Day Quotes

We make it easy to get started thanks to our free quotes. Virtual quotes are also available!

12-Month No Interest Financing

Take advantage of special financing to make your project more attainable.

10-Year Warranty

Our warranty protection goes beyond what other concrete contractors offer.

Structural Integrity

Excavated and compacted base, pre-hydrated before the pour, reinforcement set at mid-slab on chair rails. The part you never see is the part that decides how long it lasts.

California Craftsmanship

Our crews trained on the West Coast under master finishers. The California Sand Finish is our signature and no other Tennessee contractor offers it.

Happy Customer Guarantee

We are not finished until you walk the finished surface and tell us it is right. If something is not, we come back. Every project is documented so you know exactly what went into it.

Finished concrete driveway and patio poured by Pumas Concrete in Middle Tennessee
FROM ESTIMATE TO CERTIFIED DRIVEWAY

A Seamless Process From Start to Finish

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Free Estimate

We visit your site, assess grade, drainage, and project scope. You receive a clear written quote, no phone estimates, no vague ballparks.

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Pumas Planning

We walk you through mix specification, reinforcement standard, and finish options before a yard of concrete is ordered. You know exactly what you're getting.

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Pumas Pour

Pump pour, full rebar grid on chair rails, California Sand Finish. Most residential driveways are completed in a single day.

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Walkthrough & Handover

We walk the finished surface with you, confirm it is what we agreed, and hand over the documentation of the mix, reinforcement and base work that went into it. Then we tell you how to care for it through the first winter.

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The Pumas Difference

Built on Experience. Driven by Excellence.

Documented, Not Just Promised.

Every project is documented: the mix, the reinforcement method, the base preparation and the finish. You get that record at handover, so what is under your slab is not something you have to take on trust.

California Sand Finish. Exclusive in TN

The first crew in Tennessee taught the authentic California Sand Finish directly, who brought the technique east and named it.

20+ Years of California Experience

Owner Gumaro Rivera worked in California high-end residential concrete from 2006–2008. That West Coast standard now sets the benchmark for Tennessee concrete.

30-Person Crew, Built for Scale

A scalable crew of 30+ trained professionals means your project is never delayed for labor. From residential patios to commercial warehouse slabs, we have the depth to deliver.

Built From the Base Up

Most Tennessee residential concrete fails early because of what is under it, not on it. Full rebar instead of wire mesh, a compacted and pre-hydrated base, and drainage graded away from the structure.

Free On-Site Estimates

We never quote by phone. Every project starts with an on-site visit to assess grade, drainage, and scope, so the estimate you receive is the price you pay.

Before · After

See the Pumas Difference

Drag the slider to compare cracked, failing concrete with a finished Pumas pour. Built properly from the base up+ years across Middle Tennessee.

Residential Driveway

Newly poured documented residential driveway with California sand finish Cracked residential concrete driveway before Pumas Concrete repair Before After
Project Size $30K – $60K
Install Time 1 – 2 Days
Finish California Sand
Finish California Sand

Built right the first time, Gumaro took the time to educate us on the Performance Structural Integrity Protocol. Knowing they poured it right the first time gives real peace of mind.

Mary Fylypowycz Springfield, TN

Commercial Slab

Commercial concrete slab finished by Pumas Concrete in Nashville, TN Damaged commercial concrete slab before Pumas Concrete replacement Before After
Project Size $50K – $200K+
Install Time 3 – 5 Days
Reinforcement Full Rebar Grid
Reinforcement Full Rebar Grid

Solid, level, built to handle truck traffic, The crew was professional, organized, and clearly knew what they were doing. The slab is smooth, level, and built to handle heavy equipment and truck traffic.

Team ADCN Nashville, TN

The Numbers Behind The Standard

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Years of Experience

California-trained since 2006

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Projects Completed

Across Middle Tennessee

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Crew Members

Scalable past 50 for commercial

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Cities Served

Nashville and Middle Tennessee

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Let's Build Concrete
That Actually Lasts.

Driveways, patios, retaining walls, commercial flatwork and outdoor living. Prepared base, reinforcement placed properly, drainage graded right, and a hand-applied finish. Free on-site quote.

Client Reviews

What Our Clients Are Saying

Real homeowners and commercial clients across Middle Tennessee.

We are beyond thrilled with our new backyard patio from Pumas Concrete! Gumaro was our main contact throughout the entire project, and his expertise, passion, and clear communication made the whole pr…

Alana Seay

Backyard Patio

Nashville

I got three quotes. Los Pumas wasn't the cheapest, but they were the only ones who explained why my old driveway failed. Los Pumas showed me the rebar grid, and explained the drainage plan. You get wh…

Samantha Toral

Driveway Installation

Nashville

Gumaro took the time to educate us. He explained why the rebar reinforcement and the mix are essential for longevity. Knowing they documented the whole pour gave us complete confidence. The finished d…

Mary Fylypowycz

Driveway

Springfield, TN

As someone who manages commercial properties, finding a concrete contractor that shows up, communicates, and delivers quality work is rare. Los Pumas Concrete checked all the boxes. They handled our c…

Dakota Ballard

Commercial Concrete

Nashville

We hired Los Pumas Concrete for a commercial warehouse slab and loading area, and the quality exceeded expectations. The crew was professional, organized, and clearly knew what they were doing. The sl…

Team ADCN

Commercial Warehouse Slab

Nashville

I saw Victor checking the rebar spacing himself before they poured. It's rare to see a Project Manager actually get his hands dirty and check the work. The concrete is hard as a rock.

Cindy Nichole

Concrete Work

Nashville

Los Pumas did a great job on my new concrete porch. Excellent to work with Francisco on the project. Special thanks to Chano and the mason team on the excellent job they did on the rock chimney.

Kevin Boyce

Concrete Porch

Nashville

Victor was really great to work with! We are very happy with our patio and walkway/stairs. The crew was fast and able to work well in tight spaces. They helped us choose a textured border and followed…

Brian Seligman

Patio & Walkway

Nashville

I contacted Los Pumas Concrete to build a wheelchair ramp for my mother's home in Franklin, and I'm still blown away by their speed and craftsmanship. They showed up on time, got the job done fast, an…

Eduardo Salazar

Concrete Ramp

Franklin, TN

I reached out to Los Pumas for my residential concrete driveway and had a very good experience. Maria is very easy to work with and was fast in getting me a quote.

Joy Lewis-Hassler

Driveway Installation

Nashville

We hired Los Pumas Concrete in Nashville to build a loading dock for our warehouse. Communication was excellent, the crew was professional, and they finished right on schedule. The concrete work is so…

Lorenzo Reyes

Commercial Loading Dock

Nashville

I probably called the office 10 times with questions about the warranty and the crack policy. Maria was super patient and answered everything. She even sent me the care guide before we signed. Great c…

Mia Torres

Concrete Work

Nashville

I didn't really buy into the whole 'Concrete Designer' thing at first, but the end result speaks for itself. Maria made the paperwork easy and handled the HOA approval for us, which saved me a headach…

Tyler Valovich

Concrete Designer Consultant

Nashville

Where We Work

Serving Nashville, Antioch, Brentwood, Franklin and Middle Tennessee

From our Antioch headquarters we serve Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, Murfreesboro, Nolensville, Spring Hill, Hendersonville, and Mt. Juliet, every community within a 30-mile radius. We serve Antioch, Cane Ridge, Priest Lake, Hermitage, Donelson, and communities across the greater Nashville area.

Ready to Start Your Concrete Project?

No commitment required. We visit your site, walk through the project, and give you a written estimate. Licensed and insured, California Sand Finish, clear written pricing on every project.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before hiring a concrete contractor in Nashville, TN.

No. We take on concrete work of every size, from small slabs and repair work through full driveways and commercial flatwork. Real projects we have completed range from around $2,000 to $90,000. Tell us what you need and we will scope it honestly, including telling you when a repair makes more sense than a replacement.

Three things combine against them. Tennessee's clay-heavy soil swells and shrinks with moisture, freeze-thaw cycling stresses the slab from below, and most local pours put reinforcement flat on the ground rather than at the middle of the slab where it actually does something. Base preparation and reinforcement placement are what decide whether a driveway lasts, and they are the first things a low bid removes.

It depends on square footage, site access, how much demolition and grading is involved, the finish you choose and whether drainage work is needed. That is why we do not quote over the phone. We walk the site, scope the work and give you a clear written price before anything is scheduled. Our article on what a driveway actually costs in Nashville breaks the variables down.

A hand-applied technique that produces a smooth, contemporary surface exposing fine sand aggregate in a uniform pattern, rather than the standard broom finish. It was developed in California roughly thirty years ago. The method was brought east to Tennessee and taught to the Pumas crew directly. Our photo gallery has examples sorted by project type.

Most residential projects run three to five days on site: demolition and grading, forming and reinforcement, then the pour and finish. Curing is separate. Concrete reaches roughly 70 percent of its strength in the first week and full strength at about 28 days. We do not rush a cure or skip base preparation to hit a date.

Yes, licensed and fully insured, and happy to provide documentation before work begins. We would encourage you to ask the same of any contractor you are considering.

Still have questions? We're happy to talk through your project.

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