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Professional Concrete Installation Services
Palmstone Landscaping pours, forms, and finishes residential concrete across Central California — driveways, patios, walkways, steps, and retaining walls. Proper base prep, the right rebar schedule, and clean finish work so your concrete holds up through Central Valley summers and soil movement.
New construction, replacements, and concrete repair — serving Modesto, Salida, Riverbank, Del Rio, Ceres, and Turlock.
Clean pours,
lasting concrete!
Our Concrete Services
Concrete Driveways
New concrete driveways poured on properly prepped base. 4" minimum slab, #3 or #4 rebar grid on 18" centers, saw-cut control joints every 10 feet. Broom finish standard; smooth finish on request. Typical driveway: $6–$12 per sq ft installed.
Concrete Patios
Backyard concrete patios for outdoor living, grilling, seating. Same structural spec as driveways with options for exposed aggregate, brushed, or salt finish. Typical patio: $8–$15 per sq ft.
Walkways & Sidewalks
Concrete walkways from driveway to front door, through side yards, or around garden beds. Narrower pours (3–4 feet) at 4" thickness, simple reinforcement, clean edge work. $6–$12 per sq ft.
Concrete Steps
Front-entry steps, patio steps, or multi-step terraces. Formed and poured to code with proper rise/run ratios and non-slip broom finish. $300–$800 per step run depending on width and height.
Concrete Repair
Concrete repair for cracked driveways, heaved sidewalks, damaged patios, and worn steps. Options include crack injection, resurfacing, slab jacking, and full section replacement. Repair jobs start at $500.
Retaining Walls
Concrete retaining walls — poured concrete or block — for sloped yards, raised planters, and grade transitions. Engineered drainage, proper footing depth, rebar tied into footings. $25–$60 per face sq ft.
Concrete Installation Pricing
Typical residential concrete installation jobs in Central California:
- Concrete driveway (600 sq ft): $3,600–$7,200
- Concrete patio (300 sq ft): $2,400–$4,500
- Walkway (80 sq ft): $500–$1,000
- Front steps (3-step run): $900–$2,400
- Concrete crack repair: $500–$2,500
- Retaining wall (50 face sq ft): $1,250–$3,000
Free on-site estimates. Final price depends on access, soil conditions, rebar schedule, and finish type.
Why Choose Palmstone for Concrete
Proper Base Prep
4–6" compacted base, moisture barrier, rebar tied — not just poured on dirt.
Control Joints
Saw-cut joints every 10 feet so when concrete does move, it cracks on the line you planned.
Clean Finish Work
Broom, smooth, or exposed aggregate — clean edges, consistent color.
Licensed & Insured
California contractor license, full liability insurance for your project.
Frequently Asked Questions – Concrete Installation
How much does a concrete driveway cost?
$6–$12 per sq ft installed. A typical 600 sq ft driveway runs $3,600–$7,200. Cost varies with rebar schedule, base prep complexity, and finish type.
How long does concrete need to cure?
Concrete is walkable in 24 hours, driveable in 7 days, and reaches full strength at 28 days. We'll tell you exactly when you can use each pour.
Do I need a permit?
New driveways and replacing an existing one typically don't need a permit in most Stanislaus County cities. Retaining walls over 4 feet do. We handle the paperwork if needed.
Can you repair my cracked driveway without tearing it out?
Depends on the cracks. Hairline cracks and minor settlement: yes, we can inject and resurface. Heavy heaving or fractured slabs usually need replacement of the damaged section.
How soon can you start?
Most concrete jobs scheduled within 2–4 weeks. Larger driveways and retaining walls sometimes have longer lead times.