Frequently Asked Questions
Here are the questions we hear most from homeowners and businesses around Lehi. If you don't see your question answered below, call us at (801) 414-1234 and we'll talk it through.
Licensing, Experience & Trust
Are you licensed to do concrete and construction work in Utah?
Yes. Firm Foundation of Utah LLC holds an active Utah DOPL contractor license, #11824306-5501, with General Building and General Engineering classifications. You can look up our license status directly with the state if you want to confirm.
How long have you been doing this kind of work?
Semisi has more than 25 years of hands-on experience in framing and concrete. We've worked on homes and subdivisions across the Utah County area.
Are you insured?
We hold an active Utah DOPL contractor license, which covers the classifications our work falls under. If you need specific insurance documentation for your project, just ask when you call.
Is Firm Foundation of Utah really family-owned?
Yes. Sherri and Semisi Heimuli run the business together as a husband-and-wife team. Semisi handles the fieldwork and Sherri runs the office, so you talk to the same people from quote to finish. Meet Semisi and Sherri
Services We Offer
Do you only do concrete, or other projects too?
Concrete is our main focus and the work we can turn around fastest, but we also do retaining walls, foundations, basement finishing, and general remodeling. Tell us what you need and we'll let you know how we can help.
Can you finish my basement if it's unfinished right now?
Yes. Most homes in Lehi and Utah County are built with unfinished basements, so this is common work for us. We handle framing, drywall, and the full finish so the space is ready to use. Basement Finishing
What kind of decorative concrete finishes do you offer?
We offer stamped, colored, and exposed-aggregate finishes for patios, driveways, and walkways. These give a plain slab more texture and style without the cost of pavers or stone. Decorative Concrete
Do you handle sidewalks and walkways, not just driveways and patios?
Yes, we pour sidewalks and walkways too, graded so water moves away from your home instead of pooling against the foundation. This often gets done alongside a driveway or patio project. Sidewalks & Walkways
Can you build a retaining wall and pour footings for the same project?
Yes. We handle retaining walls and footings & foundations as part of the same crew and job, so you're not coordinating two different contractors for related work. Concrete Walls & Foundations
Concrete Problems & Why They Happen
Why does my driveway or patio keep cracking?
Utah's freeze-thaw winters and expansive clay soil are hard on concrete that isn't poured correctly. We prep the base and pour with this in mind so your new concrete holds up better over time.
How do I know if I need a repair or a full replacement?
Small cracks can often be patched or sealed, but once a slab is sinking, heaving, or cracked all the way through, patching usually won't hold for long. We'll look at your concrete and tell you honestly which situation you're in.
Why do new-build neighborhoods in Saratoga Springs or Eagle Mountain need so much concrete work at once?
These subdivisions are often built on rougher, sloped terrain, so homes need retaining walls, footings, and slabs put in all around the same time as construction finishes. We see this pattern a lot and can often handle several homes in the same area.
Pricing & Quotes
Do you give free estimates?
Call us and we'll talk through your project, then set up a time to look at your site and give you a clear written quote before any work starts. We don't post set prices online because every driveway, patio, and wall is a little different.
Why don't you list prices on your website?
Cost depends on things like size, soil conditions, site prep, and the finish you choose. We'd rather walk your property and give you a real number in writing than a guess that doesn't match your project.
Do you offer financing or payment plans?
We don't have financing details to share here, so call us directly and we can talk through payment for your project.
Scheduling, Service Area & Commercial Work
Do you work on both homes and businesses?
Yes. We do residential concrete, basement finishing, and remodeling, and we also take on commercial concrete and construction projects. Let us know what kind of project you have and we'll tell you if it's a fit.
What cities do you serve?
We work throughout Lehi, American Fork, Pleasant Grove, Orem, Provo, Springville, Saratoga Springs, Eagle Mountain, Highland, Draper, Sandy, South Jordan, Riverton, Herriman, West Jordan, and Salt Lake City. If you're close to this area and aren't sure, give us a call. Contact Us
How soon can you start my project?
Concrete is our fastest-turnaround work, so we can often get it scheduled quickly, but timing depends on the job size and weather. Call us and we'll give you a straightforward timeline once we know what you need.
Do you handle commercial concrete jobs?
Yes. Alongside residential work, we take on commercial concrete and construction projects for business owners around Lehi and Utah County. Call to tell us about your commercial project and we'll let you know how we can help.
Still Have Questions?
Call Firm Foundation of Utah at (801) 414-1234 or email heimuli_united@yahoo.com, and we'll walk through your project together.