Concrete Contractor in Houston, TX
Hiring a Concrete Contractor Shouldn't Feel Like a Gamble
Most people only shop for a concrete contractor once or twice. That's part of the problem. You don't know what a good bid looks like, you can't tell a solid base from a rushed one, and by the time you find out the difference, the concrete is already cured. A slab that cracks in two years looks fine on pour day.
PaveTec is a concrete contractor serving homes and businesses across Houston. We handle the whole job, from tearing out the old slab and prepping the ground to pouring, finishing, and sealing. The goal is simple. We want the concrete to still look good when you've forgotten who poured it.
Why Concrete Is Harder in Houston
The ground is the whole story. Houston sits on expansive clay that swells when it's wet and shrinks when it dries, and a slab on top gets pushed and pulled through every cycle. The terrain is flat, so water doesn't run off on its own. It sits, and it soaks into the base. Summer heat and sudden downpours then put the surface through thermal expansion and moisture swings all year.
Concrete that ignores those conditions cracks, settles, and holds water. Concrete built for them lasts. That's why we spend as much time on the base, the drainage, and the joints as we do on the pour itself.
What We Do
Driveways. New concrete driveways poured at the right thickness, with the reinforcement and control joints that keep cracking in check.
Patios. Concrete patios in broom, stamped, exposed aggregate, or stained finishes, graded so water runs away from your home.
Walkways and sidewalks. Walkways that stay level and give you solid footing in wet weather.
Floors. Garage, shop, and warehouse floors poured for the load they'll carry, with moisture control where it matters.
Repair. Cracked or flaking driveways and other flatwork fixed at the cause, not just patched on top.
Concrete raising. Sunken slabs lifted back to level with concrete raising, so you can skip a full replacement when the concrete is still sound.
Retaining walls. Structural retaining walls built with drainage behind them so they don't fail under pressure.
What a Good Concrete Job Looks Like
The things that matter most are the ones you can't see once the work is done. A well-compacted base keeps the slab from settling. Proper thickness and reinforcement let it carry weight. Control joints cut at the right spacing tell the concrete where to crack, so it doesn't pick its own spot. Good drainage keeps water from undermining all of it. And correct curing gives the surface its full strength.
When you compare bids, ask about those things. A contractor who can explain them clearly usually does them. One who can only talk about price and finish probably doesn't.
Choosing Your Finish
Broom finish is the practical default. It's affordable, holds up well, and gives good grip when it rains.
Stamped concrete mimics stone, brick, or tile for a more upscale look at a lower cost than the real thing.
Exposed aggregate shows off the stone in the mix for a textured, natural surface that hides wear well.
Stained or colored concrete lets you match the tone to your home or landscaping.
We'll help you pick based on how you'll use the space, how much maintenance you want, and what you want to spend.
How We Work
Walkthrough. We look at the site, the drainage, and the ground, and talk through what you want and what it needs.
Clear quote. You get a written price that spells out what's included, so there are no surprise add-ons midway through.
Prep. We demo old concrete if needed, grade the site, and build a compacted base.
Pour and finish. We form, reinforce, pour, and finish the concrete, and cut joints at planned intervals.
Cure, seal, and walkthrough. We let it cure properly, seal it, and walk the finished work with you before calling the job done.
Serving Homes and Businesses Across Houston
PaveTec works throughout Houston and nearby areas, including the Heights, Katy, Sugar Land, Pearland, and The Woodlands. We take on residential projects like driveways and patios as well as commercial work like parking areas, floors, and site concrete, and we're familiar with permitting and soil conditions across the area.
Looking After Your Concrete
Concrete is low maintenance, but not no maintenance. Reseal every two to three years to protect against sun and rain. Keep downspouts and sprinklers from soaking slab edges. Clean off dirt and standing water. And fix small cracks early, since water makes them bigger.
Have a Concrete Project in Mind?
Tell PaveTec what you're planning, whether that's a new pour, a repair, or a slab that's sunk. We'll look at the site, give you a straight answer on the best way to do it, and put a clear price in writing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose a concrete contractor in Houston? Ask how they prepare the base, what thickness and reinforcement they use, how they handle drainage, and where they place control joints. Clear answers to those questions are a better sign than the lowest price.
How much does concrete work cost in Houston? It depends on the size, finish, and site prep involved. We give you a written price after seeing the site.
Do you handle both residential and commercial concrete? Yes. We pour driveways, patios, and walkways for homes, and floors, parking areas, and site concrete for businesses.
How long does a typical concrete job take? Most residential projects take a few days from prep through pour, plus time to cure. Larger jobs take longer, and we'll give you a timeline up front.
Why does concrete crack so much in Houston? The clay soil moves with moisture, and heat and heavy rain add stress. Proper base prep, reinforcement, and control joints reduce cracking, though some hairline cracking is normal over time.
Can you repair concrete instead of replacing it? Often, yes. If the slab is still in good shape, repair or raising can cost less than replacement, and we'll tell you honestly which makes sense.