Isaacson Concrete & Excavating

08/21/2026

Ever wonder what the black coating on a foundation wall is for? 👀

That’s damp proofing.

On this foundation, we applied Mar-Flex to the exterior of the poured walls before the area is backfilled.

The coating helps protect the below-grade concrete from moisture and water pe*******on once the foundation is surrounded by soil. It’s one of those parts of a project that eventually gets completely covered up, but it plays an important role long after construction is finished.

A lot goes into a foundation before the house ever starts going up above it.

Learn more about our poured wall and foundation services at:

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08/19/2026

What a difference!

This garage floor had definitely seen better days. After some prep work and a new epoxy flake finish, it looks like a completely different space.

Besides cleaning up the look of the garage, these coatings give you a durable surface that’s much easier to keep clean.

If your garage, basement, workshop, or other concrete floor could use the same treatment, give us a call or check us out online.

Take a look at the before and after!

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08/13/2026

🌧️ If you needed a reminder that drainage matters, today is a pretty good one.

Days like this are exactly why grading, site prep and drainage matter so much. What happens around your concrete can be just as important as the concrete itself, especially when heavy rain starts hitting foundations, driveways and building sites.

A lot of the work that helps manage water gets covered up once a project is finished, but it makes a difference long after the crews leave.

Stay safe and stay dry out there, Bloomington. ☔

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08/12/2026

Good news, we have an opening on our team!

Isaacson Concrete & Excavating is looking for a Skid Steer and Mini Excavator Operator.

We’re looking for someone with experience who’s ready to get to work and be part of a solid crew. Pay starts at $26+ an hour, with health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, and opportunities to move up within the company.

If you’re interested, send your resume to [email protected]

And if you know someone who might be a good fit, send this their way!

08/11/2026

Ever wonder how a house actually connects to its foundation? 🏠

These photos give you a look at our poured wall system before the rest of the house starts going up.

The large forms are set in place to create the shape of the foundation walls before concrete is poured between them. Once the forms are removed, the top of that concrete wall becomes the connection point for the home above.

Those bolts you can see extending from the top of the wall are used to secure the sill plate, which gives the first-floor framing a solid connection to the foundation.

It is one of those parts of a home that eventually gets covered up, but everything above it depends on getting it right.

From the ground up, it starts with a solid foundation. 💪

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08/04/2026

Some of the most important work on a project gets covered up before anyone ever sees the finished building. 👀

Our crew has been working at Carden Springs, a new residential development taking shape here in Bloomington.

At this stage, every opening, connection, and section of concrete has to be carefully coordinated before the project can move forward. It may not look like the finished product yet, but this behind-the-scenes work is what helps everything come together later. 🎬

Projects of this size take planning, communication, and experienced crews working together from the ground up.
We are proud to be part of another project helping Bloomington continue to grow. 🏗️

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07/30/2026

🏠 We were excited to see our team featured in this recent local news story!

The City of Bloomington is partnering with Habitat for Humanity of McLean County to support the construction of two homes on Trailside Court.

We are proud to have a part in the work taking place on site and appreciate everyone helping bring these homes one step closer to completion.

Thank you to Habitat for Humanity of McLean County & ReStore, the City of Bloomington, Illinois, and WMBD for highlighting the project and the work happening in our community.

Check out the full story below. 👇

The Bloomington City Council approved $40,000 per house to partner with Habitat for Humanity on two new builds as part of the ReBloom the Block pilot project.

07/28/2026

Concrete does not always get poured right next to the truck. 👀

Sometimes it has to travel across a jobsite, over obstacles, or into a building before it reaches the crew. That's where the concrete pump comes in.

The boom allows us to place concrete in areas a mixer truck cannot easily reach, while the crew controls the flow and works the concrete into place. It takes constant communication between the pump operator, drivers, and the crew on the ground to keep everything moving safely and efficiently.

Big equipment certainly makes the job look impressive, but it is the coordination behind it that keeps the pour moving. 🏗️

See more of what Isaacson Concrete can do at:
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07/23/2026

A driveway is one of the first things people see when they pull up. 👀

This one was photographed the day our crew finished it. Clean edges, even lines, and a smooth finish do not happen by accident. They come from careful preparation, good timing, and an experienced crew that knows how to work.

Depending on the size of the project and site conditions, our flatwork crews can pour and finish many driveways in as little as one day.

Is your driveway ready for an upgrade? Send us a message or visit our website to learn more about Isaacson Concrete’s flatwork services!

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07/17/2026

What a difference a floor finish can make!

We are kicking off our new ✨ Service Spotlight ✨ series with one of our epoxy and polyaspartic flake finishes.

This garage floor was transformed using our Ravin Flake finish, giving the space a clean, durable, and professional appearance. Take a look at the before and after photos to see the transformation!

Interested in upgrading your garage, workshop, kitchen, basement, or another surface? Contact Isaacson Concrete to learn more about our available colors and finish options.

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