# Portal
> Residential concrete contractor serving Seattle, WA

## Business Information
- Name: Portal
- Type: Residential Concrete Contractor
- Location: Seattle, WA (serving all Seattle and Seattle-adjacent neighborhoods)
- Phone: (206) 829-6396
- Email: chris@buildwithportal.com
- Website: https://buildwithportal.com
- Instagram: @portal.llc
- Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Saturday by appointment
- Founded: 2020
- License: PORTAL*803D4 (Washington State)
- Workmanship warranty: 1 year from substantial completion. Normal concrete cracking, misuse, and site conditions are excluded. Full terms: https://buildwithportal.com/terms
- Reviews: 4.9 average on Google. 103 five-star reviews across Google, HomeAdvisor, NiceJob and BuildZoom

## Services
- Concrete Driveways: New installation, replacement, extensions, repairs
- Concrete Patios: New installation, replacement, hot tub pads
- Walkways & Stairs: Front walkways, garden paths, entry stairs, stoop replacement
- Retaining Walls: Structural walls, yard leveling, erosion control
- Foundation Work: Repairs, crack sealing, ADU foundations, garage slabs
- Concrete Repair: Cracks, settling, surface restoration
- Concrete Reconditioning: Surface restoration without full replacement, Ardex patching, broom finish overlay, color stain and sealer
- Finish Options: Broom finish, smooth trowel, exposed aggregate, stamped/decorative

## Year-Round Service
Portal pours concrete year-round, even during Seattle's rainy winters. 90% of a concrete project is preparation that can happen in any weather. For actual pours, temporary tent structures keep rain off the concrete. Insulated blankets protect curing in cold snaps. Winter is often a great time to book due to faster scheduling.

## Customer Proof by Service
Portal holds 103 five-star reviews across Google, HomeAdvisor, NiceJob and BuildZoom, and averages 4.9 on Google. Reviews that specifically describe each type of work:
- Driveways: 20 reviews mention driveway work, including full replacements, sloped and curved driveways, and extensions
- Walkways & Stairs: 26 reviews mention walkways, stairs, steps or stoops
- Foundation Work: 16 reviews mention foundations, basements, slabs or footings
- Patios: 7 reviews mention patio work
- Retaining Walls: 7 reviews mention retaining walls
- Floor Leveling: 3 reviews mention leveling work
Representative driveway review: "I had a really good experience. They were prompt, fair price, good quality work, friendly, and I would definitely recommend them. They replaced my driveway and repaired/rebuilt concrete stairs." - Andre R.
Representative foundation review: "Chris and the Portal team did a great job on our project to dig down a crawl space and construct a new foundation for an addition on to our basement. This was a technically complex and physically challenging job. The concrete work for the slab and walls were done with the highest quality." - Larissa R.

## Warranty
Portal warrants its workmanship for 1 year from substantial completion. Excluded: normal concrete cracking (concrete naturally cracks; hairline, temperature and settlement cracking is expected and not a defect), damage from misuse or neglect, owner-caused or site conditions, additions or loads beyond design, and acts of nature. Full terms at https://buildwithportal.com/terms.

## Service Areas
All Seattle and Seattle-adjacent neighborhoods including West Seattle, Burien, White Center, Beacon Hill, Georgetown, Delridge, Admiral, Alki, Ballard, Fremont, Queen Anne, Capitol Hill, Central District, Wallingford, Greenwood, Columbia City, and more

## About
Portal was founded by Chris Hildebrand, who has over 35 years of experience in the construction industry. The company specializes in residential concrete work for homeowners in Seattle. Family-owned and operated with a small crew, which means Chris visits every job site. Licensed, bonded, and insured.

## FAQ
Q: How much does a concrete driveway cost in Seattle?
A: Costs vary based on size, site conditions, and finish type. A typical residential driveway ranges from $8-$15 per square foot.

Q: How long does concrete take to cure?
A: Initial set within 24-48 hours, full curing takes about 28 days. Walk on it after 24 hours, drive on it after 7 days.

Q: Do you remove old concrete?
A: Yes. Full demolition, haul-away, and disposal included in project quotes.

Q: Do I need a permit for concrete work?
A: Most residential work doesn't require a permit. Retaining walls over 4 feet typically do.

Q: Can you pour concrete in the rain or during winter?
A: Yes. We work year-round in Seattle. 90% of a concrete project is prep work that can happen in any weather. For the actual pour, we build temporary tent structures to keep rain off the concrete. In cold snaps, insulated blankets protect the cure. Winter is a great time to book because our schedule is more flexible.