Welcome to episode three of Rock Talk: From the Ground Up. I’m your host and co-owner of Texas Rock Milling, Trey McCarty.
In this podcast, we dig deep into the foundations of growth, creativity, and the opportunity of South Texas. Our goal, as always, is to hear from inspiring people who are shaping the future of San Antonio from the ground up.
In this episode, we’re going below the surface both in construction and in conversation. We’re talking about the literal stuff everything else is built on, the stuff we stand on every day: rebar, concrete, and mud. Joining me to share his insights is a guy who isn’t just laying slabs, he’s laying down the standard.
Travis Weems has poured footings for dream homes, pads for big-time commercial builds, and he’s probably rescued a job or two that someone else tried to DIY. He’s the founder of Victory Concrete, a business built on grit, precision, and a whole lot of cement dust.
In this episode, you’ll hear what makes a solid foundation, why it’s important to pick the right property for your vision, Travis’ favorite tools to get the job done, and much more.
Interesting Takeaways:
- Good engineers can make or break your foundation. It’s also important to have your material and crew nearby to make a project go smoothly.
- “I like the initial walkthrough with the homeowner to get the project started.”
- One of the most satisfying parts about being the first person on a project is helping the client see the bigger picture and offering expert advice that will set them up for success.
- Buy the RIGHT property/lot for what you want. Most people base their decision on the price of the lot but don’t take into account how much it will cost to achieve their dream on that piece of land.
- Keep on trucking. Find what you do and do it well.
- In this industry, you’re bound to encounter lots of wildlife—rattlesnakes, raccoons, and deer mostly.
Today’s Guest:
Travis Weems is the president of Victory Concrete. He is a graduate of Sam Houston State University and has completed hundreds of commercial and residential projects. Victory Concrete has an extensive family history in the concrete business, which helped develop Travis’ keen and thorough understanding of the industry. You can find out more at Victory Concrete or contact them at info@victoryconcrete.com and 830-368-4200.