CONSTRUCTION & EARTHMOVING SERVICES

From heavy drilling and site prep to architectural masonry and luxury stamped concrete, First In Construction handles residential, agricultural, and commercial projects across East Texas.

Tracked loader with auger drilling foundation pier

Pier and Bell Foundation Drilling

Texas clay soils are notorious for shifting and settling. We provide heavy-duty pier and bell drilling up to 36" diameter and 15 feet deep to anchor your foundation into solid bedrock or stable load-bearing strata.

  • Up to 36-inch diameter drilled piers
  • Depths reaching 15 feet
  • Prevents foundation settling & slab cracking
  • Residential, barndo & commercial structures
Custom stamped and stained decorative concrete patio

Stamped & Stained Concrete

Upgrade standard grey concrete into an artistic focal point. Our stamped and stained concrete options replicate natural stone, ashlar slate, cobblestone, or wood planking with high-durability color sealers.

  • Multi-tone acid & water-based stains
  • Flagstone, slate, brick & custom textures
  • High-gloss or satin non-slip sealers
  • Patios, pool decks, driveways & walkways
Turnkey concrete flatwork and foundation slab preparation

Driveways, Slabs & Flatwork

We handle all phases of flatwork: excavation, grading, base compaction, rebar grid tying, expansion joint placement, and high-strength concrete finishing for heavy vehicle traffic.

  • Residential & commercial driveways
  • Metal building, shop & barn foundation slabs
  • Culverts, aprons & drainage transitions
  • Broom, smooth trowel, or exposed aggregate finish
Hydraulic breaker attachment breaking concrete slab

Concrete Breakouts & Removal

Cracked, sunken, or crumbling concrete slabs are quickly broken out using our heavy-duty hydraulic breakers. We haul away the rubble and prep the underlying soil for fresh concrete.

  • Hydraulic skid steer breaker attachments
  • Total removal and disposal offsite
  • Sub-base re-grading & re-compaction
  • Zero damage to surrounding landscaping or structures
Engineered retaining wall construction with gravel drainage

Retaining Walls & Erosion Control

Solve steep grade washouts, runoff damage, and erosion issues. We build structural block, poured concrete, and natural stone retaining walls engineered with proper drainage and geo-grid reinforcement.

  • Erosion prevention & hillside stabilization
  • Multi-tier terraced yard layouts
  • Integrated French drains & gravel backfill
  • Commercial and residential curb appeal
Natural stone masonry and outdoor fireplace construction

Masonry & Outdoor Fireplaces

Upgrade your home with custom exterior stone facades, stone pillars, outdoor kitchens, and wood-burning or gas stone fireplaces that turn outdoor spaces into luxury gathering hubs.

  • Outdoor stone fireplaces & fire pits
  • Natural & manufactured stone veneer
  • Outdoor kitchen islands & bar counters
  • Custom brickwork, lintels & stonework
Custom entrance driveway, stone pillars and security gate

Custom Gates & Property Entrances

Make your ranch, homestead, or commercial property entrance stand out. We design, weld, and install custom solar and hardwired automated security gates with grand masonry entry columns.

  • Solar & AC electric gate operators
  • Welded steel & ornamental iron gates
  • Heavy stone / brick entry pillars & wing walls
  • Keypad, remote & sensor entry systems
Water drainage mitigation and heavy ditch excavation

Water Mitigation & Extraction

Burst winter pipes, water heater leaks, or storm runoff flooding? Our water extraction specialists use commercial dehumidification and infrared thermal cameras to locate hidden moisture and restore your property.

  • Emergency water extraction & drying
  • Infrared moisture thermal imaging
  • Insurance claim assistance from start to finish
  • Structural drying & antimicrobial treatment
Commercial structure demolition and site land clearing

Structure Demolition & Site Clearing

From old barns, garages, and residential homes to commercial building teardowns, our tracked excavators and heavy equipment handle total site demolition safely and cleanly.

  • Residential & commercial structure demo
  • Complete debris cleanup & haul away
  • Land clearing, stump removal & grubbing
  • Permitting & utility disconnect coordination
Commercial renovation, remodeling and structural upgrades

Remodeling & Renovations

No job is too big or too small. We offer everything from door and window replacements to complete multi-unit apartment complex renovations, tenant improvements, and structural repairs.

  • Multi-family & apartment complex remodeling
  • Door, window & structural framing
  • Occupied job site management protocols
  • Budgeting, timeline & staffing management
Ground-up new construction site prep and framing

New Construction & Outbuildings

Turn raw land into finished structures. From utility sheds and custom workshops to full barndominiums and custom homes, we plan, manage, and build with turnkey precision.

  • Custom home & barndominium construction
  • Sheds, workshops & metal buildings
  • Pad prep, plumbing rough-in & framing
  • Transparent multi-phase project tracking

Ready to Break Ground on Your Project?

Call our team today for a free on-site estimate. We'll assess your property, recommend the most durable construction plan, and provide transparent upfront pricing.