Concrete walls built for structural strength
A concrete wall is only as good as what’s holding it together — proper reinforcement, the right mix, and a footing built to support it. Done wrong, walls bow, crack, or fail under load and pressure they were supposed to handle for decades.
We build foundation and retaining walls reinforced and engineered for the load and soil pressure they’ll actually face, not just poured to look solid on the surface.
Built to hold, not just to stand
Wall failures are rarely sudden — they’re usually the result of inadequate reinforcement, poor drainage behind the wall, or a footing that wasn’t sized for the load above it. By the time you see bowing or cracking, the underlying problem has been building for a while.
We reinforce, drain, and form every wall to match what it actually needs to hold — soil pressure, structural load, or both — so it stays straight and intact well beyond the first few years.
What makes our curbs hold up
Proper reinforcement
Rebar placement and wall thickness are sized to the load and pressure the wall needs to resist — not a generic spec applied to every job.
Drainage behind the wall
For retaining walls especially, water pressure behind the wall is one of the top causes of bowing and failure. We address drainage as part of the build, not as an afterthought.
Footing built to match
A wall is only as stable as what it’s sitting on. We size the footing beneath every wall to properly support it long-term.
Built to code
Walls are built and inspected to meet local code requirements, especially important for retaining walls and structural foundation work.
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What Our Clients Say
Real feedback from clients across Hudson Valley who value our craftsmanship, reliability, and attention to detail.
“Geremiah answered our call and showed up when he said he would. He gave us a very reasonable estimate and did the work in a timely manner. It was neat and exactly what we asked for. I would highly recommend him.”
Tom G.
“We are very pleased with Geremiah and his crew. He started promptly every morning and worked non stop every day. The quality of his work is excellent. My project had several town building inspections that all passed with no problems. Call Sorrentino Concrete if you need any work done”
Bob C.
“We have used Sorrentino Concrete for 3 separate jobs. We have had a parking pad with sidewalk completed as well as a stamped concrete patio and retaining wall. Geremiah always does an amazing job. He is reliable , courteous and extremely talented in the work that he does. Highly recommended!”
Jay C.
“We had an amazing experience working with Geremiah and his team.They are professionals, they work hard, committed to their job and they delivered a high quality work and amazing finished quality. We really recommend them to future jobs for anyone. Thank you guys”
Ileana B.
“Geremiah completed an amazing job on a garage floor. Floor was completely ripped out. Re poured, graded and polish finish. The attention to detail, professionalism and pricing make it easy to highly recommend Sorrentino concrete. Thanks Geremiah.”
Antoinette O.
The process
Site assessment & design
We evaluate soil conditions, load requirements, and drainage needs to determine wall specs.
Footing & forming
Footing poured first to the correct depth and width, then wall forms set to height and thickness.
Reinforcement & pour
Rebar placed per engineering requirements, concrete poured and consolidated to avoid voids.
Drainage (where applicable)
Drainage systems installed behind retaining walls to relieve water pressure.
Proper cure time observed before backfilling or applying load to the finished wall.
Frequently asked questions
How long will my project take?
Timeline depends on the size and scope of the job, along with weather conditions. We’ll give you a clear estimate during your quote, and keep you updated if anything changes once work begins.
Do I need a permit for this project?
Depending on the scope of work and your municipality, a permit may be required. We can advise on this based on your specific property and project.
How long before I can use the area after it's finished?
Concrete needs time to cure properly. We’ll walk you through exactly when it’s safe to walk on, drive on, or place weight on the finished surface based on your specific project.
Can you work in winter or colder months?
We assess weather conditions case by case — concrete needs minimum temperatures to cure correctly, so timing for cold-weather projects is evaluated on a project-by-project basis.
What affects the cost of this project?
Cost depends on factors like size, site conditions, material choices, and any prep work required (excavation, old material removal, etc.). We’ll give you an itemized, accurate quote after seeing the site.
Do you handle the cleanup after the job is done?
Yes — we leave the site as clean as we found it once the work is complete.
Will the finished work hold up to local weather?
Yes. All our work is designed and reinforced for Hudson Valley’s freeze-thaw conditions, not a generic one-size-fits-all approach.