When you bring DRYCO in as your paving and concrete subcontractor, you get a crew that treats your schedule as its own. We have the project management infrastructure, the permitting knowledge, and the California-specific code expertise to integrate seamlessly into any commercial construction project. Our estimators commit to scope and stick to it, which means no surprises and no change orders driven by our side of the project.
DRYCO has been working as a paving subcontractor and concrete subcontractor for general contractors across Northern California since 1985. We understand that a GC’s reputation is only as strong as the subcontractors on the job. Late mobilization, scope creep, safety incidents, and communication gaps from a sub do not just affect one trade, they compromise the entire project timeline and the GC’s relationship with the owner. That is why we operate with the same accountability standards you hold yourself to.
Whether you are building a new commercial development, managing a tenant improvement, or coordinating a multi-phase site construction program, DRYCO has the crews, equipment, and operational depth to deliver your paving, concrete, and fencing scopes on time, on budget, and to the quality standard your project demands.
Subcontractor Scopes DRYCO Covers Under One Contract
Most general contractors working in Northern California know the challenge of coordinating separate paving, concrete, striping, and fencing subcontractors on a single project. Each additional sub means another schedule to manage, another set of submittals to track, and another potential point of failure on the critical path. DRYCO eliminates that coordination burden by covering the full scope of exterior hardscape and fencing work under a single subcontract.
Asphalt Paving and Site Development
DRYCO handles grading, base preparation, drainage, and new asphalt construction as a single scope from rough grade through final paving. We own our own milling machines, pavers, and compaction equipment, which means we control the schedule and quality of every phase. From new parking lot construction on a ground-up commercial project to mill-and-overlay on a tenant improvement, our paving crews deliver the thickness, compaction, and surface quality your project specifications require.
Concrete Construction
Our concrete division provides the full range of commercial concrete work that general contractors typically need to subcontract: slab-on-grade, footings, structural block walls, curbs and gutters, sidewalks, ADA-compliant ramps, concrete steps and planters, trash enclosures, retaining walls, and decorative hardscape including stamped and colored concrete. We build to plans, meet specification requirements, and coordinate with other trades on site to keep the project moving.
Commercial Fencing and Ironwork
Fencing is often one of the last scopes to be coordinated on a commercial project, and it frequently creates scheduling conflicts when handled by a separate subcontractor. Because DRYCO’s fencing division operates under the same project management structure as our paving and concrete divisions, we can sequence fencing work directly after concrete and paving are complete without the mobilization delays and coordination gaps that come with bringing in a separate fencing sub. We handle chain link, ornamental iron, security fencing, access control gates, equipment enclosures, and custom fabrication.
Sealcoating and Parking Lot Striping
For projects that include parking lot completion or tenant turnover, DRYCO provides sealcoating and striping as part of the overall subcontract scope. Our spray-applied sealcoat method delivers uniform coverage and a professional finish, and our striping crews work nights and weekends when project schedules require it. All ADA-compliant striping, signage, and stenciling meets current California Building Code requirements.
ADA Compliance Construction
ADA scope on a commercial construction project can involve multiple trades and create coordination headaches for general contractors when split across separate subcontractors. DRYCO consolidates ADA work, accessible parking stall construction, concrete wheelchair ramps, handrails, truncated domes, accessible route surfaces, and compliant striping and signage, under a single sub so the GC has one point of accountability for the entire accessibility scope.
Full Depth Reclamation
For projects involving rehabilitation of existing failed pavement, DRYCO offers full depth reclamation as an alternative to conventional remove-and-replace. FDR pulverizes the existing pavement and base, stabilizes the material, and creates a new base course on-site, typically saving 20 to 30 percent compared to full replacement while delivering a stronger, more consistent base. For GCs managing rehabilitation projects on tight budgets, FDR can be the difference between a project that pencils and one that does not.
How DRYCO Works With General Contractors
Your Estimator Is Your Project Manager
At most paving subcontractors, the person who prices the job disappears after the contract is signed and a different crew shows up on site. At DRYCO, your estimator is your project manager from bid through punch list. The person who walked the site, scoped the work, and committed to the pricing is personally accountable for delivering exactly what was proposed. That means faster answers, fewer miscommunications, and a sub who actually knows the project when questions come up in the field.
Scope Commitment and Change Order Discipline
General contractors lose money when subcontractors submit change orders that should have been included in the original scope. DRYCO’s estimators are trained to scope thoroughly and price accurately on the front end. We document every scope item on a site map with individual pricing so there is no ambiguity about what is included. When legitimate changes arise from owner-directed modifications or unforeseen conditions, we document and price them transparently. But we do not generate change orders from scope gaps that we should have caught during estimating.
Safety Record and Compliance
DRYCO has earned four consecutive Safety Excellence Awards and maintains a safety program that meets the standards general contractors require from their subcontractors. We hold a California Class A General Engineering Contractor license, carry full workers compensation coverage on every crew member, and perform all work with DRYCO employees, not day-labor subcontractors. Our safety documentation, insurance certificates, and prequalification packages are maintained and ready to submit with any bid.
Capacity to Scale
With over 270 employees and 50 crews across five divisions, DRYCO has the capacity to staff multiple concurrent projects for the same general contractor without pulling resources from one job to cover another. During the peak summer construction months when crew availability tightens across the industry, our depth allows us to maintain schedule commitments even when project timelines compress or accelerate.
Multi-Trade Coordination Under One Sub
The most common feedback we hear from general contractors who work with DRYCO is that consolidating paving, concrete, and fencing under one subcontractor eliminates their most persistent coordination problem. Instead of managing three separate subcontractor schedules, three separate submittal packages, and three separate billing cycles, the GC works with one estimator, one scope, and one invoice. That simplification saves time on every project and reduces the risk of gaps between trades.
For more on what makes a strong GC-sub relationship, read our guide to building a strong subcontractor-general contractor partnership.
Serving General Contractors Across Northern California
DRYCO operates from two locations, our Bay Area headquarters in Fremont and our Central Valley office in Sacramento, giving us the geographic coverage to serve general contractors on projects across the San Francisco Bay Area, Greater Sacramento, and California’s Central Valley. We regularly work on commercial projects in San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, Fremont, Santa Clara, Concord, Fairfield, Vallejo, Sacramento, Elk Grove, Roseville, Stockton, and communities throughout Northern California.
We have served as a paving and concrete subcontractor for general contractors on projects ranging from single-building tenant improvements to multi-phase commercial developments, retail center construction, healthcare facility expansions, school modernizations, and large-scale industrial and logistics site work. Our project portfolio includes work with some of the most recognized general contractors operating in Northern California.
Partner With a Paving Subcontractor Who Operates Like You Do
General contractors succeed by delivering on commitments, on time, on budget, and to specification. DRYCO operates the same way. From a single concrete scope to a full-site paving, concrete, and fencing package, we bring the same accountability, documentation, and communication standards to every project that you bring to yours.
Contact DRYCO today to discuss your next project and find out how a single paving and concrete subcontractor can simplify your exterior scopes across Northern California.
Frequently Asked Questions from General Contractors
DRYCO covers asphalt paving and site development, commercial concrete construction, parking lot sealcoating and striping, ADA compliance construction, commercial fencing and ironwork, and full depth reclamation under a single subcontract. Having all of these scopes available from one subcontractor eliminates the coordination burden of managing multiple paving, concrete, and fencing subs on the same project.
DRYCO’s estimator-as-project-manager model means the person who scoped your job is the same person coordinating with your superintendent on site. We build our mobilization schedule around the GC’s master schedule, coordinate with other trades to avoid conflicts, and communicate proactively when sequencing changes arise. Our crew depth allows us to flex staffing levels up or down to match project pace without impacting quality or safety.
DRYCO has earned four consecutive Safety Excellence Awards and maintains a comprehensive safety program that meets the prequalification requirements of major general contractors. We hold a California Class A General Engineering Contractor license, carry full workers compensation coverage, and perform all work with DRYCO employees. Safety documentation and insurance certificates are maintained and available for any bid submission.
Yes. With over 270 employees and 50 crews across five divisions, DRYCO regularly staffs multiple concurrent projects for the same GC without pulling crews from one job to cover another. Our operational depth is particularly valuable during the peak summer construction months when subcontractor availability across the industry tightens.
Contact DRYCO to schedule a free on-site evaluation. One of our experienced estimators will walk your entire property, assess all asphalt and concrete surfaces using the Modified PASER System, identify areas of concern, and deliver a fully documented proposal with itemized pricing and a site map within a few business days. For property managers with multiple sites, we can schedule assessments across your portfolio in a single engagement. There is no obligation and no cost for the evaluation.
DRYCO scopes thoroughly and prices accurately on the front end to minimize change orders caused by scope gaps. Every proposal is documented on a site map with individually numbered and priced items so there is no ambiguity about what is included in the contract. When legitimate changes arise from owner-directed modifications or unforeseen site conditions, we document and price them transparently with supporting detail.
Contact DRYCO to schedule a site visit. One of our experienced estimators will walk the project, review plans and specifications, and deliver a detailed proposal with itemized pricing and a site map. For general contractors with multiple upcoming projects, we can discuss preferred subcontractor arrangements and volume-based pricing structures. There is no cost for the estimate.