Shotcrete Calgary
Professional shotcrete and gunite services for swimming pools, retaining walls, structural repairs, and more. Custom volumetric mixes, fresh concrete every pour, and expert crews trained in the latest techniques.
What is Shotcrete?
Shotcrete is sprayed concrete used for repairing and reinforcing existing structures, as well as constructing new ones. It's commonly used to strengthen concrete floors and walls, repair bridges, build dams, construct tunnels, and create swimming pools.
Our crews are trained in the latest methods and materials, combined with industry best practices, to deliver quality workmanship on every project — residential, commercial, and industrial.
Wet Mix Process
Ingredients are mixed with water to form mortar before being sprayed through a nozzle. Ideal for high-volume production and consistent quality.
Dry Mix Process
Pre-mixed dry ingredients are sprayed onto the surface and hydrated with water at the nozzle. Perfect for repair work and vertical applications.
Shotcrete Applications
From swimming pools to structural repairs, shotcrete provides versatile solutions for diverse construction needs.
Structural Applications
Foundations, load-bearing walls, columns, and structural reinforcement for new construction and existing buildings.
Shoring & Stabilization
Excavation support, slope stabilization, and earth retention systems for construction site safety.
Swimming Pools
Custom pool shells of any shape and size. Shotcrete creates watertight, monolithic structures ideal for pools.
Aquatic Construction
Water features, ponds, aquariums, and water treatment structures requiring waterproof concrete.
Repairs & Restoration
Bridge rehabilitation, building repairs, and concrete restoration where traditional forming is impractical.
Architectural Features
Decorative walls, freeform structures, artificial rock formations, and creative design elements.
The Right Mix for Your Project
At Omega Ready Mix, we understand the importance of creating the perfect mix for shotcrete and gunite projects. Our volumetric mixing trucks produce custom mixes with exact ingredients and proportions for any application.
With shotcrete, you don't have to worry about hot loads or ruining pump hoses. Our system delivers fresh concrete for your entire project, ensuring strength and integrity from start to finish.
Customized Mix Designs
Exact ingredients and proportions tailored for pools, retaining walls, slope stabilizers, or structural walls.
Fresh Concrete Throughout
Volumetric mixing ensures fresh concrete for your entire project — no incomplete mixes.
Durable & Sustainable
Built to last for years with minimal environmental impact and no excess waste.
Benefits of Shotcrete
Discover why contractors and homeowners choose shotcrete for their projects.
For Contractors
- Allows for more precise mixtures tailored to specific structural requirements
- Requires less, if any, formwork — saving time and material costs
- Produces less rebound on delivery for improved efficiency
- Cost-effective solution that maximizes project efficiency
For Homeowners
- Excellent choice for swimming pool construction with custom shapes
- Can be easily delivered to hard-to-access areas on your property
- Carries all the strength and durability advantages of traditional concrete
- Environmentally sustainable with long-lasting performance
Our Shotcrete Process
From consultation to completion — professional shotcrete services delivered efficiently.
Consultation
Discuss your project needs, specifications, and timeline with our team.
Custom Design
We create the perfect mix formula for your specific application.
On-Site Delivery
Fresh concrete mixed and delivered to your site by volumetric truck.
Expert Application
Professional shotcrete application by our trained crews.
Shotcrete Project Gallery
Real shotcrete applications across Calgary and Alberta. Pools, retaining walls, structural repairs, and architectural features.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about shotcrete and gunite.
They're both sprayed concrete but use different mixing methods. Shotcrete (wet mix) is fully mixed with water before being pumped and sprayed — consistent quality, faster application, ideal for large-volume work. Gunite (dry mix) keeps dry ingredients separate and adds water at the nozzle — more flexible for repair work, vertical surfaces, and detailed applications.
Historically "gunite" referred to a proprietary process; today most industry professionals use "shotcrete" as the umbrella term and specify wet-mix or dry-mix as the method.
Yes — shotcrete is the industry standard for high-quality pool construction. It creates a monolithic, watertight shell that can take any shape (freeform, vanishing edge, geometric) without the constraints of formed concrete. Because it's sprayed under high velocity, it consolidates tightly against rebar and forms a dense, low-permeability structure.
Wet-mix shotcrete is typically preferred for pool shells due to more consistent quality and better control of water-cement ratio. Properly applied and cured, a shotcrete pool shell lasts decades.
Shotcrete is equal to or stronger than conventionally poured concrete of the same mix. Typical shotcrete achieves 28-42 MPa compressive strength — matching or exceeding standard structural concrete.
The high-velocity application creates excellent bond with the substrate and superior consolidation around reinforcement, often resulting in fewer voids and better density than formed and vibrated concrete. The final strength depends on mix design, application technique, and curing — all of which our experienced crews control tightly.
Thickness depends on the application: pool shells typically 150–250mm (6–10 inches), retaining walls 150–300mm depending on load and height, slope stabilization 50–150mm as a facing layer, and structural repairs typically 25–100mm depending on the deterioration depth.
Our team works with your engineer or designer to specify the correct thickness based on structural load, exposure, and code requirements. We can spray multiple lifts for thicker sections.
Yes, but with proper cold-weather protocols. In Calgary's climate, shotcrete can be applied year-round when the substrate is above freezing and adequate protection is provided during placement and cure. Standard practices include heated enclosures, insulated blankets, and accelerating admixtures.
Our volumetric trucks can deliver rapid-set shotcrete mixes for extreme cold or time-critical winter work, dramatically shortening the vulnerable early-strength window. We'll advise on the right approach based on your project schedule and ambient conditions.
Ready To Start Your Project?
Contact us today to discuss your custom concrete needs. Our expert team is ready to help you find the perfect mix for renovation, expansion, or new construction.