Concrete Contractors in Houston, TX
47 contractors serving Houston and surrounding areas
Houston, Texas has 47 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 Houston
| Contractor | Services | Phone on file | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tomas Foundation Repair & Home Elevation | Decorative Concrete, Concrete Driveways, Concrete Slabs +1 more | Yes | Listed |
| Bonilla Foundation Repair | Concrete Slabs, Stamped Concrete | Yes | Listed |
| Cutting Edge Foundation Repair | Decorative Concrete, Sidewalks & Walkways | Yes | Listed |
| Magnolia Concrete | Houston Concrete Contractor | Commercial & Residential | Concrete Pool Decks, Decorative Concrete, Concrete Slabs | Yes | Listed |
| Lucky's Concrete North Houston | Decorative Concrete, Concrete Driveways | Yes | Listed |
| Houston Concrete Solutions | Foundation Repair, Concrete Patios | Yes | Listed |
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Concrete Costs in Houston (2026)
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| Project | Per sq ft | Typical job | Typical total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driveway (5″, brushed) | $8–$11 | 20×20 two-car | $3,000–$4,350 |
| Patio (4″) | $7–$9 | 12×14 | $1,100–$1,600 |
| Garage/shed slab (5″) | $5–$8 | 24×24 | $3,100–$4,450 |
| Sidewalk / walkway | $7–$10 | 4×40 | $1,100–$1,600 |
| Stamped concrete | $11–$16 | 12×14 patio | $1,850–$2,650 |
| Foundation repair | quote-based | crack injection → piering | $475–$11,400 |
Budgeting ranges from our regional cost model — site conditions, access, demolition, and grading move real quotes. Always compare 2–3 written local quotes.
What Houston Does to Concrete — Local Conditions
Houston sits on gumbo clay — the expansive Beaumont formation that swells when the Gulf dumps rain on it and shrinks hard in August. Add famously flat terrain, poor natural drainage, and ongoing subsidence in parts of the metro, and you get ground that moves in every direction concrete doesn't want it to. Cracked driveways and settled patios here are almost never a concrete-mix problem; they're a water-and-soil problem that started before the truck ever showed up.
What that means in practice: site drainage and sub-base prep matter more in Houston than almost anywhere in the country. A contractor who talks about grading water away from the slab, moisture-conditioning the clay, compacted select fill or stabilized sand under the pour, and generous control joints is the one who understands this ground. Hurricane-season deluges will find every low spot you leave, so expansion planning and slope should be part of the quote, not an afterthought.
Permits in Houston
Residential flatwork in Houston runs through the Houston Permitting Center, which consolidates city permitting in one office. Simple driveway replacements typically need a permit — especially anything touching the public right-of-way, like the approach and curb cut — with costs usually landing in the low hundreds of dollars depending on scope. A legitimate contractor pulls the permit under their own registration; if a bidder asks you to pull it as a homeowner, treat that as a red flag. Houston Permitting Center →
When to schedule
Houston pours year-round — hard freezes are rare enough that winter is actually a fine season for concrete here. The bigger enemies are summer, when 95-degree heat plus Gulf humidity forces early-morning pours and careful curing to keep the surface from flash-setting, and hurricane season, when a tropical system can wash out a schedule for a week. Fall and late winter through spring are the sweet spots; if you pour in July or August, expect a crew that starts at dawn.
How to Choose a Concrete Contractor in Houston
- 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 Houston, hire the contractor who asks where your lot drains before asking what finish you want — gumbo clay punishes anyone who skips that question.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Concrete Contractors in Houston
How much does a concrete driveway cost in Houston?
A standard 20×20 two-car concrete driveway in Houston typically runs $3,000–$4,350 installed at 5-inch thickness with a brushed finish. Texas pricing tends to run about 5% below the national average thanks to a deep contractor market and year-round pouring season. Expect the higher end if your job needs significant sub-base work, hauling out old concrete, or a new approach at the street.
Why do concrete driveways crack so much in Houston?
Gumbo clay. Houston's expansive Beaumont clay swells during Gulf rains and shrinks in summer drought, and that seasonal movement — plus subsidence and poor drainage on flat lots — is what cracks slabs, not the concrete itself. The fix is upstream of the pour: proper grading, a compacted stabilized-sand or select-fill base, moisture control around the slab, and control joints cut on a sensible pattern. A bid that skips sub-base prep is a bid for a cracked driveway.
Do I need a permit to replace a driveway in Houston?
Usually, yes. Driveway work in Houston goes through the Houston Permitting Center, and anything that touches the public right-of-way — the approach between the sidewalk and street — almost always requires one. Costs are typically modest, in the low hundreds. Your contractor should pull the permit; that's normal practice for established Houston companies and a useful filter for weeding out unregistered operators.
What's the best time of year to pour concrete in Houston?
October through May is ideal — mild temperatures, lower humidity, and you dodge both hurricane-season washouts and the brutal summer curing window. Houston rarely freezes hard enough to stop winter work, so December pours are routine here. Summer pours are doable but demand an early-morning start and disciplined curing, because heat plus humidity can flash-set a surface while the slab below is still green.
How much do concrete contractors charge in Houston?
Most concrete projects in Houston, Texas 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 Houston licensed and insured?
Licensing rules vary by state and municipality. Many Texas 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 Houston?
Use the free quote form on this page to describe your project and get matched with up to three top-rated Houston contractors. You can also browse the 47 listings above and contact pros directly by phone or website.
What types of concrete work can I find in Houston?
Contractors serving Houston 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.