Building Miles of Concrete

Jose Navarro is the proud father of four and the patriarch behind a legacy of hard work, determination, and family values. His journey began in 1979 when he immigrated to the United States in search of greater opportunity. He first settled in Louisiana, working as a landscaper for two years before relocating to Austin, Texas in 1981 to pursue a new business opportunity.

In late 1984, Mr. Navarro moved to Hunt, Texas, where he began working as a residential ceramic tile layer for Doug Hill Construction, a company that served clients throughout the Hill Country. With years of hands-on experience and a growing reputation, Mr. Navarro took a bold step in 1997 by starting his own business. His company offered tile, masonry, brick, and concrete services, catering to both new construction and remodeling projects. Starting with just three employees, he successfully grew the business to a 20-person team—two of whom were his sons.

Over the years, Mr. Navarro developed a loyal client base, including well-known companies such as D.R. Horton and JK Bernard, who consistently entrusted him with their projects. In 2015, after years of success, he passed the torch to his eldest son, Heriberto Navarro, who led the company until 2017. That year, Heriberto and his brother Hector joined forces to establish Complete Outdoor Development, LLC, which has since grown into a thriving four-million-dollar enterprise.

Mr. Navarro credits the company’s success to the dedication of his family and the loyalty of clients who supported them along the way. “Without them, we would not be where we are today,” he says.

In his free time, Mr. Navarro enjoys spending quality time with his grandchildren and traveling to Mexico to visit his family and ranch.