Bookkeeping & Tax Planning for Concrete Contractors

Concrete contractors face material timing challenges, weather delays, and equipment-intensive operations. We deliver proactive accounting and tax strategy built for the concrete industry.

Concrete work demands precision timing, heavy equipment, and careful material management. We help concrete contractors master job costing, manage cash flow, and plan taxes proactively.

Quick Fit Check

Annual revenue $1–8 M
3+ years in business with consistent project flow
Specializes in flatwork, foundations, decorative, or commercial concrete
Owns or leases mixers, pumps, finishing equipment, and trucks

Why Concrete Contractors Choose HavenStone

Job-cost accuracy across pours, finishing, and specialty work
Material timing and waste tracking for ready-mix and supplies
Equipment depreciation strategy for heavy machinery
Weather delay impact on cash flow and scheduling
Quarterly tax planning aligned to project cycles

Core Services

Monthly bookkeeping with job-cost and margin reporting
Material cost tracking and supplier management
Equipment purchase and depreciation planning
Payroll & subcontractor compliance
Tax strategy & preparation

Industry-Specific Expertise

We understand the unique challenges of concrete businesses:

Pour timing and weather affecting project schedules and costs
Material waste management tracking overages and returns
Equipment-intensive operations requiring smart depreciation strategies
Specialty finishes (stamped, stained, polished) with different margin profiles
Subcontractor coordination for excavation, forming, and finishing
Commercial vs. residential project profitability differences

Common Mistakes We Fix

Not tracking material waste and overages—margin erosion
Poor equipment depreciation timing—missed tax savings
Mixing costs across different concrete services—inaccurate pricing
Weather delay costs not properly allocated—distorted job profitability
Overpaying estimated taxes during winter slowdowns

FAQ

Can you help track material costs and waste? Yes—we implement systems to track ready-mix orders, waste, and returns by job for accurate costing.

Do you handle equipment-heavy depreciation strategies? Absolutely—we plan Section 179 and bonus depreciation timing for mixers, pumps, and trucks to maximize tax benefits.

What about tracking different concrete services? We separate flatwork, foundations, decorative, and specialty services to show true profitability by service line.

Can you help with seasonal cash-flow planning? Yes—we forecast winter slowdowns and adjust tax payments to maintain healthy cash reserves year-round.

How do you handle subcontractor vs. employee classification? We ensure proper classification for forming crews, finishers, and laborers to avoid compliance issues.