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Serving Redlands, CA and surrounding areas. (909) 546-5311
Cracked, uneven, or just worn out? We build concrete driveways that handle Redlands heat, clay soil movement, and daily traffic - and we handle the permits so you do not have to.
Concrete driveway building in Redlands, CA involves removing the old surface, grading and compacting a gravel base to handle the area's clay soil, then pouring and finishing a new slab - most jobs take two to four days on-site with vehicles off for at least seven days after the pour.
Many Redlands homeowners are dealing with driveways that were installed decades ago and have been cracking, shifting, or pooling water ever since. The clay-heavy soil under much of the Inland Empire expands and contracts with the seasons, and a driveway that was not built with that in mind will show it. Once the surface starts breaking down, patching only buys a little more time.
A new driveway built on a properly compacted base with the right joint spacing handles those ground movements without cracking apart. If you are also thinking about a new concrete patio, both projects can often be scheduled together to save on mobilization costs.
Small hairline cracks are normal, but once a crack is wide enough to fit a pencil into, water is getting in. In Redlands, summer heat followed by heavy rain accelerates each cycle of cracking. Left alone, a manageable crack becomes a section that needs full replacement rather than a patch.
When the top layer starts peeling or the edges crumble, the slab has reached the end of its useful life. This surface breakdown is common in driveways that were never sealed, and it is especially visible after years of Redlands sun and heat exposure.
If you feel a bump or dip as you drive over a section, the ground underneath has moved. This is common in Redlands neighborhoods built on clay-heavy soil. Patching the surface will not fix the base failure underneath - replacement is the only lasting solution.
A properly built driveway slopes so water runs off toward the street. If puddles sit on the surface after rain, the grade has shifted or was never right. Standing water speeds up surface damage and can direct moisture toward your foundation - worth fixing before it becomes a bigger problem.
We handle full driveway replacements and new installations for residential properties throughout Redlands and the surrounding Inland Empire. Every project starts with proper demolition and site prep - we remove the old surface, grade the ground, and compact a gravel base that accounts for local soil conditions. The concrete is poured to the right thickness for your use, with control joints placed to guide any flexing along clean, predictable lines rather than random cracks across the middle of your driveway.
We also offer decorative finishes for homeowners who want more than plain gray. Stamped patterns, exposed aggregate, and color stains can make a driveway look like stone or brick while keeping the strength of concrete underneath. If you are thinking about adding a new concrete sidewalk at the same time, we can coordinate both to keep the project moving efficiently.
Best for homeowners replacing a worn or cracked existing driveway. Clean demolition, proper base, durable finish.
For properties adding a driveway where none existed. Includes grading, drainage planning, and permit coordination.
Stamped patterns, color stains, or exposed aggregate for homeowners who want curb appeal alongside durability.
Redlands sits in the Inland Empire and regularly sees summer temperatures above 100 degrees. That heat causes concrete to expand and contract more dramatically than in cooler climates, putting extra stress on the slab over each season. A contractor who pours concrete without accounting for those conditions - proper joint spacing, quality sealer recommendations, hot-weather pour management - is setting you up for premature cracking. We work on Redlands properties throughout the year and plan every pour around what the climate actually demands.
The soil also matters here. Much of Redlands and the broader area around Loma Linda and Highland sits on clay-heavy soils that swell when wet and shrink in the dry season. That ground movement is the most common reason driveways crack from below rather than from surface wear. We address it at the base preparation stage, not after the fact.
We respond within 1 business day. We will ask a few basic questions about your driveway size, whether you are replacing an existing surface or starting fresh, and any finish preferences. We do not quote firm prices over the phone without seeing the site first.
We visit your property to assess slope, soil, access, and demolition needs. You receive a written estimate that breaks down what is included - not just a single total number. No obligation to proceed.
We pull the required permit from the City of Redlands before any work begins. This typically takes a few days. You do not need to visit any city offices. We confirm the permit is issued before the crew shows up.
The crew removes the old surface, preps the base, pours and finishes the concrete. Most driveways take two to four days on-site. After curing (about seven days before vehicles), we walk the finished driveway with you and answer questions about ongoing care.
We respond within 1 business day. There is no obligation to proceed after the estimate - the visit and quote are completely free. After you submit, someone from our office will call you to schedule a free on-site assessment at a time that works for you.
(909) 546-5311Some contractors skip the City of Redlands permit process to save time. We pull every required permit before work begins. Your project is legal, inspected, and documented - which protects you when you sell your home and a buyer's inspector starts asking questions.
Much of Redlands sits on expansive clay soil. We compact the base properly and plan joint placement around ground movement - not after you call about cracks two years later. Base preparation is where driveway quality is actually determined.
Pouring concrete in Redlands' summer heat requires active management: early morning pours, additives that slow the drying process, and moisture control during curing. We have a specific plan for every warm-weather project so the slab reaches full strength.
We are a locally based concrete contractor. We know how Redlands soil, heat, and permit requirements affect every project. You get a crew that has worked in your neighborhood, not a crew that drove two hours to reach you.
These are the details that separate a driveway that lasts 30 years from one you are already thinking about replacing in five. For authoritative information on concrete construction standards, the Portland Cement Association publishes installation and maintenance guidance used by contractors nationwide.
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