
UCM Upland Concrete Masters handles driveways, patios, foundations, and more across Upland and the surrounding Inland Empire. We pull permits, prep the base right, and stand behind every pour.

UCM Upland Concrete Masters is a licensed concrete contractor in Upland, CA offering 16 services for residential and commercial properties. We handle everything from driveways and patios to slab foundations and retaining walls - serving 12 cities across the Inland Empire. Every project is permitted where required, properly prepared, and built to handle the heat and soil conditions of the Upland area.

Cracked or uneven driveway? A new concrete driveway adds curb appeal and handles heavy traffic for decades.
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Turn your backyard into a real outdoor living space with a flat, durable concrete patio built for Upland summers.
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Get the look of stone or brick without the upkeep - stamped concrete holds its pattern and color for years.
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Lifted or cracked walkways are a trip hazard - we build level, properly sloped sidewalks that last.
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Garage floor stained and flaking? A fresh concrete pour gives you a clean, durable surface that cleans up fast.
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Plain gray concrete does not have to stay plain - decorative finishes transform any slab into a design feature.
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Sloped yard losing ground? A concrete retaining wall holds the soil back and opens up usable space.
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Commercial or residential, we pour flat, level concrete floors built to handle foot traffic and heavy use.
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Rough, slippery, or crumbling pool deck? We pour slip-resistant concrete surrounds that stay cool underfoot.
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Crumbling or unsafe entry steps make a bad first impression - we build solid concrete steps that last.
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A properly poured slab foundation is the base everything else rests on - we get the prep right from the start.
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New construction or addition? We install concrete foundations built to code and inspected before you build on them.
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Asphalt parking lot failing? Concrete parking surfaces outlast asphalt and require far less long-term maintenance.
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Footings are what hold your structure in place - we dig, form, and pour them correctly the first time.
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Settling foundation causing cracks inside your home? We raise and stabilize concrete foundations before damage spreads.
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Need a precise cut through existing concrete? We use diamond-blade equipment for clean, controlled cuts.
Learn MoreReach out by phone or through our contact form. We will ask a few basic questions about the project - size, location, and what you are hoping to accomplish. We respond within 1 business day and schedule a free on-site visit at a time that works for you.
We come to your property, measure the space, check the soil and site conditions, and answer your questions in person. You receive a written, itemized quote that covers demolition if needed, materials, labor, permits, and cleanup. No vague totals.
Once you approve the estimate, we handle permits, schedule the crew, and get to work. We prep the base correctly, pour on schedule, and walk you through the finished project before we leave. Cleanup is included.
We hold a valid California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) license and carry general liability and workers compensation coverage on every project. You can verify any California contractor at cslb.ca.gov before you hire.
We come to your property, measure the space, and give you a written, itemized quote at no cost. The number we quote is the number you pay - nothing is added after the work starts unless you ask us to change something.
We have been pouring concrete in Upland and the Inland Empire since 2024. We know the local soils, the permit process through the City of Upland, and the HOA rules common in neighborhoods across this area.
We stand behind our workmanship. If a structural issue appears that is not caused by normal concrete behavior, we come back and make it right. We will explain our guarantee terms before any project begins.
Ready to get started? Call (213) 836-7114 or send us a message.
They finished our driveway in two days, just like they said they would. The edges are clean, the surface drained perfectly after the first rain, and my HOA had no issues with it. No surprises on the final bill either.
Carlos M., Rancho Cucamonga - Concrete driveway building
We had a plain gray slab out back for years. The stamped patio they put in looks completely different - dark slate pattern, clean edges. The whole job was done in three days and they cleaned up after themselves.
Sandra T., Claremont - Stamped concrete services
Our old sidewalk had a root pushing up a section near the front gate. They removed the damaged panels, addressed the root situation, and poured a matching replacement. The new section is level and has not moved in a year.
David R., Ontario - Concrete sidewalk building
We respond within 1 business day - usually the same day. There is no obligation to hire us after your estimate. After you submit, someone from our office will call you to schedule a free on-site visit so we can measure the space and give you an accurate written quote.
(213) 836-7114UCM Upland Concrete Masters is based in Upland, CA and serves 12 communities across the Inland Empire, including Rancho Cucamonga, Ontario, and Claremont. We can typically schedule same-week estimates across our full service area.
Yes - when concrete is poured in 95-plus-degree heat, the surface dries before the interior fully hardens. That leads to surface cracking within the first year. Scheduling pours for early morning and keeping the surface moist during curing prevents it.
Much of the Inland Empire sits on clay soil that swells when wet and shrinks when dry. That seasonal movement puts stress on slabs from below. The fix is proper base preparation - compacted gravel underneath - not a thicker slab on top of unstable ground.
The City of Upland requires permits for new driveways, driveway approaches, and most concrete additions to the home. Permitted work is inspected by the city. The permit protects you at resale and on insurance claims - a contractor who skips it is cutting corners.
Tree roots grow toward moisture and will lift a concrete slab within a few years if nothing is done. Root barriers installed during the pour redirect growth downward. If the tree is in the city right-of-way, coordinate with Public Works before cutting roots.
Foot traffic is generally safe after 24 to 48 hours. Vehicles should stay off for at least one week. Concrete continues gaining strength for a full 28 days - rushing that period is one of the most common causes of surface damage on new slabs.
Sealing every two to three years protects against oil stains, UV fading, and moisture penetration. In the Inland Empire's strong sun, closer to every two years is safer. The Portland Cement Association recommends sealing as part of standard concrete maintenance.
UCM Upland Concrete Masters is a licensed and insured concrete contractor based in Upland, CA, serving 12 communities across San Bernardino and Los Angeles counties since 2024. We hold a California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) contractor license - the license type issued by the California Contractors State License Board to contractors who perform concrete and structural work in California. Over the years we have completed hundreds of residential and commercial concrete projects across the Inland Empire, from driveways and concrete patio construction to slab foundations and retaining walls. Learn more about our team and approach.
Cracks wider than a quarter inch, slabs that have shifted unevenly, and surfaces flaking across more than a third of the area are signs replacement is the better investment. Patching a failed base only delays the same problem.
Yes. Concrete poured in extreme heat or wind cures unevenly. In Upland, fall through spring is the most reliable window. Experienced contractors manage summer pours, but the conditions require extra steps.
Control joints are intentional grooves cut into a slab that guide cracking to happen in a straight, predictable line rather than randomly across your driveway or patio. They are not a defect - they are engineered protection.
Have a specific question about your property? Call (213) 836-7114 or send us a message and we will give you a straight answer.
Upland is a city of roughly 80,000 people in San Bernardino County, sitting at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains. The city has long been known as the "City of Gracious Living," a character that shows in neighborhoods like those along Euclid Avenue - Upland's wide, tree-lined boulevard running through the heart of the city. A large share of Upland's housing stock was built between the 1950s and 1980s, which means many homes are now 40 to 70 years old and have original driveways, walkways, and work like concrete patio construction that has never been replaced.
The climate here creates real maintenance demands for concrete. Summers regularly push past 95 to 100 degrees, and the Inland Empire sun is more intense than what most coastal homeowners experience. That heat, combined with the expansive clay soils common throughout this region, is what drives the cracking and shifting you see in driveways and patios across the city. The mature trees along older residential streets - especially those near downtown and the historic Upland Train Depot area - also produce root systems that regularly lift and crack sidewalks and driveways in the older parts of town.
UCM Upland Concrete Masters has been working in Upland since 2024. We know the permit process through the City of Upland Building and Safety Division, the soil conditions neighborhood by neighborhood, and the HOA requirements common in developments near the 210 freeway corridor. Whether you are near the foothills or closer to the older streets downtown, we can give you a straight answer about what your project needs and what it will cost. Call us or submit a request to schedule a free on-site estimate.
By appointment only, no walk-ins.
UCM Upland Concrete Masters
840 W 9th St # G
Upland, CA 91786
contact@uplandconcreteworks.com
Monday to Friday: 8 AM to 6 PM. Saturday: 10 AM to 5 PM.
Call or message UCM Upland Concrete Masters today for a free, no-obligation on-site estimate in Upland and the surrounding Inland Empire.