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Concrete Driveway Replacement

A driveway takes daily abuse from vehicles, weather and tree roots, and a cracked or sunken one is both ugly and a trip hazard. A new concrete driveway lasts for decades when the base, reinforcement and drainage are done right. NorTech connects you with vetted licensed concrete contractors who set their own price and handle permits where the city requires them.

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Why the base and thickness matter as much as the concrete

A driveway is only as good as the ground under it. The contractor removes the old slab, excavates to the right depth and compacts a layer of aggregate base that drains and resists settling. Standard residential driveways are four inches thick, and heavier vehicles or trucks may call for six inches with stronger reinforcement. Rebar or wire mesh helps hold cracks tight. Skipping base prep or using too thin a pour are the usual causes of early cracking, so ask the contractor what thickness, reinforcement and base are included.

Forms, joints and the finishing that you see

Forms set the shape and slope, which should direct water away from the house and garage. Control joints are cut or tooled at regular intervals so that the concrete cracks along planned lines instead of randomly. The surface can be broom finished for traction, exposed aggregate for texture, or stamped and colored for a decorative look. Weather affects the pour, since heat and wind dry concrete too fast and cold can freeze it. A good crew plans the pour for the right conditions and finishes at the right time.

Permits, curing and keeping it looking good

Work in the public right of way, such as a curb cut or apron, usually needs a city permit and inspection, and the contractor can arrange it. Concrete takes about a week before light traffic and a month to reach full strength, so keep vehicles off during the cure period. Sealing helps resist stains, oil and salts. Fill cracks promptly, keep tree roots in check and wash off spills. Keep photos of the base and reinforcement for your records. Ask the contractor to protect lawns and walkways during demolition and pouring, and to schedule concrete trucks so neighbors still have access.

When to book concrete driveway replacement

Your driveway is cracked, sunken or heaved by roots.

Water pools on the driveway or runs toward the house.

The surface is crumbling, stained or full of potholes.

You want a wider driveway or a new parking area.

You are improving curb appeal before a sale.

You are replacing a failed asphalt or gravel drive.

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Demolition and prep often take a day or two, the pour takes a day and the concrete needs about a week before light traffic. Weather and permits can add time, so ask for a schedule that includes curing.

Four inches is common for passenger cars, and six inches is better for heavy trucks, RVs or delivery vehicles. Thicker concrete costs more but resists cracking better under load.

Some cracking is normal, since concrete shrinks as it cures. Control joints, reinforcement and a good base guide cracks and keep them small. Widespread cracking points to poor prep or drainage.

Often yes, especially for the apron or a curb cut at the street. Your licensed contractor will tell you what the city requires and manage the paperwork and inspections.

Keep vehicles off for the recommended time, avoid deicing salts in the first winter and seal the surface if your contractor suggests it. Wash off oil and repair cracks before water gets in.

The contractor guarantees workmanship for 90 days, including defects such as scaling and poor finishing caused by installation. Hairline shrinkage cracks, tree root damage and staining from use are not covered.

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