Frequently Asked Questions

Call dispatch or submit a request a quote. Be prepared to provide the jobsite address, preferred delivery date and time, project type, estimated quantity, mix specifications, placement method, and any important site-access information.

Concrete is ordered by the cubic yard. Use our Concrete Calculator to estimate the quantity needed for slabs, footings, columns, and round piers. Most projects require approximately 4% to 10% more than the calculated volume to account for normal jobsite conditions. Call dispatch to confirm the final quantity before ordering.

Small-batch and short-load delivery may be available depending on the plant, project location, quantity, and schedule. Minimum quantities and short-load or delivery fees may apply. Call dispatch for current availability and pricing.

Same-day or next-day delivery may be available depending on the quantity, project location, plant schedule, and mix requirements. Advance scheduling is recommended, particularly for larger placements or specialty mixes.

Kienstra supplies ready mix concrete for residential, commercial, municipal, and infrastructure projects. Common applications include driveways, patios, sidewalks, foundations, structural slabs, parking areas, warehouses, curbs, roadways, utility work, drainage structures, and public facilities.

Available options may include standard ready mix concrete, high-strength mixes, fiber-reinforced concrete, colored concrete, exposed aggregate, and mixes with project-specific admixtures. Availability varies based on specifications, plant capabilities, and delivery area, so discuss your requirements with dispatch when ordering.

Kienstra Ready Mix serves the St. Louis metropolitan area, Eastern Missouri, and Metro East Illinois through a network of local plants. Delivery availability depends on the jobsite and the plant best positioned to serve it. Review our Locations page or call dispatch to confirm service for a specific address.

Placement, finishing, jointing, and curing all affect the appearance, strength, and durability of finished concrete. Proper curing helps concrete develop strength and reduces the likelihood of preventable surface problems. Our Concrete in Practice resources include guidance about curing, cracking, weather conditions, finishing, and other common concerns.

Fresh concrete and its ingredients must be handled using appropriate jobsite precautions and personal protective equipment. Review Kienstra’s Safety Data Sheet for freshly mixed concrete before beginning work.