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Your Fireplace Hearth
Built With Clean,
Intentional Detail.

A hearth is a focal point. It should feel finished, balanced, and built to last, with lines and edges that look right from every angle.
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Site visit is free. Detailed plans may include a small fee.

This isn’t “just a slab.” 

It’s the part everyone sees.

A hearth is where craftsmanship shows up fast. If it’s off-center, uneven, messy at the edges, or doesn’t match the room, you’ll notice it every day.
Done right, a hearth feels simple and permanent: clean lines, consistent finish, and proportions that fit the space like they were always meant to be there.

Where hearth projects go wrong

Hearth work fails when it’s treated like leftover concrete instead of detail work.
Here’s what we’re called to fix (and what we prevent):
Crooked alignment that makes the fireplace feel “off”
Uneven surfaces that catch light the wrong way
Messy edges and corners that never look finished
Cracks in the wrong places because joints weren’t planned
Poor transitions to flooring, tile, or surrounding materials
Finish mismatch that doesn’t fit the home’s style
Rushed cures that weaken long-term durability
A hearth doesn’t need to be flashy. It needs to be intentional.
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Weather affects schedule. We communicate early so you’re never surprised.

How we build hearths that feel like part of the home

We approach hearths like precision work  because they are.

01

Site Read & Measurements (fit matters)

We measure carefully, check level and layout, and plan the hearth to fit the fireplace and the room, not just the opening.
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02

Layout & Proportions (clean lines)

We align the hearth so it looks balanced from every angle and ties in cleanly with adjacent finishes.
Blue bowl with white rims holding creamy yellow soup and topped with herbs.

03

Prep for Stability

Solid prep reduces movement and helps prevent the issues that show up later.
Blue bowl with white rims holding creamy yellow soup and topped with herbs.

04

Joint Planning (crack control)

Concrete can crack over time. We plan joints so any movement is controlled and less noticeable.
Blue bowl with white rims holding creamy yellow soup and topped with herbs.

05

Pour + Finish (detail-first)

Edges, corners, and surface consistency matter here. We finish with precision so it looks clean and feels permanent.
Blue bowl with white rims holding creamy yellow soup and topped with herbs.

06

Cure Guidance

We set expectations clearly so the hearth reaches full strength and holds its finish.
Blue bowl with white rims holding creamy yellow soup and topped with herbs.

Options that keep it premium (without getting flashy)

We’ll help you choose what fits the space and how you live with it:
  • Shape and size
    that match the room and code requirements (as applicable)
  • Edge detail
    (clean, simple, durable)
  • Finish look and feel
    (refined, consistent, intentional)
  • Transition planning
    to flooring or surrounding materials
If you don’t know what you want yet, that’s normal. We’ll guide the decision so you don’t regret something permanent.
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Clear scope keeps the details clean

Hearth projects go best when the details are defined early: dimensions, edges, finish, transitions, and schedule. We lock scope and communicate clearly so the final result matches the plan.
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Proof beats promises.

As a home builder I have been working with Pats Pound & Pour for over 15 years. The service, attention to detail, and quality of work is unmatched. They make my job easier because I know when I hire them the job will be done right and on time. I would not hesitate to recommend Pats Pound & Pour to anyone!
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Eduard Shtogrin
I've hired Pat's Pound & Pour many times now for smaller and larger jobs, ranging from bulged sidewalk repair (required by the City of Portland...erg) to a slab for a detached studio, as well as stairs and retaining walls. They are awesome !
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Cassandra Price
We’ve been using Pat’s Pound and Pour over the past few years, and they have been a delight to work with. Their team is a wealth of knowledge and experience that add so much value to our homes. From start to finish working with them is easy every step of the way, and the end product always comes out fantastic. Can’t recommend them enough. Thanks, Pat and team!
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pATRICK JANZEN
I have lived in Spain and Japan and traveled to 25 other countries. I have been in jobs in the service industry my whole life. Expecting great service is not a character flaw.
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David Sideras
Outstanding service. I am new to the area so was at loss for who to call.  Professional level at all points of contact. Jarrod is the best. Great price. They showed up on time and leveled the yard and poured a new driveway in no time. I have had over a year's use so far and the job will clearly last a lifetime. Use this company first for concrete.
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See hearth projects

Explore completed hearths and detail concrete work.
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Covered outdoor patio with stone fireplace, ceiling fans, metal table, and cushioned chairs.Icon with four arrows pointing outward to represent fullscreen mode.
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Questions we hear before a
hearth project

Can you match the hearth to the style of the home?
Is the site visit free?
Do you charge for a detailed plan?
Will it crack?
How long does a hearth project take?

Start with a site visit.
Get the details right.

If you’re building or upgrading a fireplace hearth, start with a site visit. We’ll measure, talk through options, and build a plan that fits the room, so the finished hearth looks clean, feels intentional, and lasts.
Request a Site Visit
Weather affects schedule. We communicate early so you’re never surprised.