Concrete Contractors in Phoenix, AZ
40 contractors serving Phoenix and surrounding areas
Phoenix, Arizona has 40 concrete contractors listed on ConcreteListings. Compare local pros for driveways, patios, foundations, slabs, and stamped concrete by rating and reviews, view their services and contact details, and request free quotes — all in one place. Estimate your project cost first →
Compare concrete contractors in Phoenix
| Contractor | Services | Phone on file | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinal Concrete Coatings of Phoenix | Concrete Pool Decks, Concrete Driveways, Concrete Patios | Yes | Listed |
| AZ Premier Concrete | Concrete Slabs, Foundation Repair | Yes | Listed |
| Phoenix Concrete Company | Decorative Concrete, Concrete Driveways, Retaining Walls +1 more | Yes | Listed |
| Camelback Concrete Companies | Concrete Slabs, Foundation Repair, Concrete Patios | Yes | Listed |
| 1C39 Construction LLC - Concrete Contractor | Sidewalks & Walkways, Stamped Concrete, Concrete Patios | Yes | Listed |
| TRC Concrete Contractor Phoenix | Concrete Pool Decks, Concrete Demolition & Removal, Concrete Slabs +1 more | Yes | Listed |
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Concrete Costs in Phoenix (2026)
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| Project | Per sq ft | Typical job | Typical total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driveway (5″, brushed) | $8–$11 | 20×20 two-car | $3,150–$4,550 |
| Patio (4″) | $7–$10 | 12×14 | $1,150–$1,650 |
| Garage/shed slab (5″) | $6–$8 | 24×24 | $3,250–$4,700 |
| Sidewalk / walkway | $7–$11 | 4×40 | $1,200–$1,700 |
| Stamped concrete | $11–$17 | 12×14 patio | $1,950–$2,800 |
| Foundation repair | quote-based | crack injection → piering | $500–$12,000 |
Budgeting ranges from our regional cost model — site conditions, access, demolition, and grading move real quotes. Always compare 2–3 written local quotes.
What Phoenix Does to Concrete — Local Conditions
Phoenix concrete work starts with what's under the surface: caliche, a cemented layer of calcium-carbonate hardpan that can be as tough as weak concrete itself. Crews routinely need jackhammers or excavators where a shovel would do elsewhere, and that unpredictable digging is why two quotes for the same driveway can differ — one bidder walked the site and priced the caliche, the other didn't. The upside is that once you're through it, compacted desert ground makes a stable base; the Valley doesn't have the expansive-clay heave that plagues Texas and Colorado.
The real enemy is heat. From June through September, afternoon slab temperatures can cook the water out of fresh concrete before it cures, causing plastic shrinkage cracking and weak, dusty surfaces. Serious Phoenix crews pour at dawn — trucks rolling at 4–5 a.m. — use chilled mix water or ice on the worst days, and follow ACI hot-weather concreting practice. Then monsoon season (roughly late June to September) adds sudden downpours and dust storms that can wreck a fresh finish. A contractor who talks about pour-time temperatures and curing method before talking about finish options is the one who understands the desert.
Permits in Phoenix
Residential concrete in Phoenix goes through the city's Planning & Development Department. Flatwork on private property — patios, slabs, same-footprint driveway replacements — often doesn't need a permit, but new driveways, widened approaches, and anything touching the right-of-way (aprons, curb cuts, sidewalk sections) does, typically $100–$300. Suburbs like Mesa, Chandler, and Scottsdale run their own permit desks with similar rules, so confirm which city your address actually sits in. Your contractor should pull any required permit; make sure it's written into the quote. City of Phoenix Planning & Development Department →
When to schedule
October through May is the golden season — Phoenix is one of the few metros where winter is prime pouring weather, and crews work year-round. Summer pours are done constantly but hinge on execution: dawn starts, chilled water, fast finishing, and wet curing. During monsoon season, expect occasional same-day reschedules around storms; a crew willing to postpone rather than race a thunderhead is protecting your slab, not padding their calendar.
How to Choose a Concrete Contractor in Phoenix
- Get 2–3 written quotes that itemize base preparation, thickness, reinforcement, finish, and cleanup — a one-line quote is a red flag anywhere.
- Verify insurance and licensing before signing: general liability plus any state or local trade registration, and ask for certificates rather than taking a yes.
- Ask about base prep first. The invisible work under the slab decides how the visible work ages — gravel depth, compaction, and drainage belong in the quote in writing.
- Check real local work.Ask for addresses of pours from 3+ years ago you can drive past; weathered work tells the truth that fresh pours can't.
- In Phoenix, ask every bidder two questions — what time the truck arrives in July, and what they do when they hit caliche — because the answers separate desert veterans from crews that learned concrete somewhere milder.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Concrete Contractors in Phoenix
How much does a concrete driveway cost in Phoenix?
A standard 20×20 two-car concrete driveway in Phoenix typically runs $3,150–$4,550 installed at 5-inch thickness with a brushed finish — right around the national average. The wildcard is excavation: if your lot has a shallow caliche layer, expect the quote to land toward the top of the range to cover jackhammer or machine time. Get bidders to walk the site before quoting, not price it off square footage alone.
What is caliche and why does it raise my concrete quote?
Caliche is a naturally cemented hardpan layer common under the Valley — calcium carbonate binding soil into something close to soft rock. Removing it for grade or footings can take jackhammers, breakers, or an excavator instead of hand tools, and its depth varies lot to lot. It's the main reason Phoenix excavation costs are unpredictable. The silver lining: undisturbed desert ground below it is stable, so slabs here don't fight the soil movement that cracks driveways in clay markets.
Can you pour concrete in Phoenix in the summer?
Yes — crews pour all summer — but method is everything. Good contractors start at dawn while air and ground are relatively cool, use chilled mix water or ice when needed, add retarders, and cure aggressively so the slab doesn't flash-dry. A pour finished by 9 a.m. in July can be excellent; the same pour started at noon is a crazing, dusting surface waiting to happen. Ask exactly what time the truck arrives and how they cure. Monsoon storms are the other summer risk — rescheduling around one is the right call.
Do I need a permit for a concrete driveway in Phoenix?
For flatwork entirely on private property, often no. But a new driveway connection, widened approach, or any work in the right-of-way — apron, curb cut, sidewalk — needs a permit through Phoenix Planning & Development, typically $100–$300. If you're in Mesa, Chandler, Scottsdale, Glendale, or another Valley city, the rules are similar but the permit desk is different. Your contractor should confirm jurisdiction and pull whatever is required.
How much do concrete contractors charge in Phoenix?
Most concrete projects in Phoenix, Arizona run roughly $4 to $12 per square foot depending on the work. Plain slabs, walkways, and driveways sit at the lower end, while stamped, colored, and decorative concrete cost more. Use the free quote form above to get real pricing for your specific project from local contractors.
Are concrete contractors in Phoenix licensed and insured?
Licensing rules vary by state and municipality. Many Arizona concrete contractors carry a state or local trade license plus general liability insurance. Each listing on ConcreteListings surfaces available license and verification details — always confirm a contractor's credentials and insurance before signing a contract.
How do I get quotes from concrete contractors in Phoenix?
Use the free quote form on this page to describe your project and get matched with up to three top-rated Phoenix contractors. You can also browse the 40 listings above and contact pros directly by phone or website.
What types of concrete work can I find in Phoenix?
Contractors serving Phoenix handle driveways, patios, walkways, foundations and slabs, stamped and decorative concrete, retaining walls, and repair or resurfacing work. Filter the listings above by service to find a pro for your specific job.