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Concrete Work Compacted base. Proper reinforcement. Clean joints.
Most concrete cracks because the subgrade was wrong, not because the mix was wrong. We spend the morning on the base before anyone wheels a yard of concrete to the form.
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What we build
Concrete Work — what's included
Driveways, walkways, slabs, and footings. We compact the subgrade, set the rebar or mesh per the application, and place clean control joints — the joints are what stop concrete from cracking where it wants to.
- Broom-finish driveways and aprons, 4 in. residential / 6 in. heavy-load
- Exposed aggregate patios and walkways
- Stamped and integrally colored concrete
- Footings for porches, garages, generators, and outdoor kitchens
How we build it
Concrete Work — start to finish
The four stages we run on every concrete work job. Same workflow whether it's a small fix or a full install.
1
Excavation & subgrade
Strip topsoil. Cut to depth (typically 8 inches for a residential driveway). Compact subgrade in lifts with a plate compactor — this is the step that decides whether the pour lasts.
2
Form, base, and reinforcement
Form boards staked and leveled. 4 inches of compacted 3/4-inch clean stone base. Rebar or mesh placed on chairs so reinforcement actually sits inside the slab, not on the dirt.
3
Pour, screed, and finish
Concrete placed, screeded, bull-floated. We hand-edge, broom-finish (or stamp / expose), and saw-cut control joints at proper spacing — typically every 8–10 feet for a residential slab.
4
Cure and seal
Cure compound the same day. Stay off it for 24 hours, light traffic at 72, full load at 28 days. Optional densifier sealer in week two locks out road salt.
Questions homeowners ask
About concrete work work
The four things people actually want to know before they sign an estimate.
Will it crack?
Concrete is going to crack — we control where. Saw-cut control joints at proper spacing tell the slab where to crack, so the cracks land inside the joints and read as joints instead of failures. A slab without joints cracks anyway, just randomly.
Stamped vs. exposed aggregate?
Stamped is a textured top layer pressed into wet concrete — gives you a brick or slate look at a concrete price. Exposed aggregate washes off the cement paste to reveal the stone underneath. Stamped looks more decorative; exposed aggregate is grippier and reads more contemporary.
How thick should my driveway be?
4 inches over a compacted base for a residential driveway with passenger vehicles. 6 inches if you have a heavy truck, RV, or trailer. The base matters as much as the slab thickness — a 6-inch slab on bad subgrade fails before a 4-inch slab on a proper base.
Should I seal new concrete?
Yes — but not in year one. Concrete needs to cure and finish off-gassing first. A breathable penetrating sealer in year two protects against deicing salts (a real issue in North Jersey), and we'll come back to apply it if you want.
Where we work
Concrete Work work across Bergen & Passaic County
11 towns under our regular service radius from the Garfield yard. Click any town for concrete work specifics in that area.
Bergen County
7 townsWithin ~25 miles of Garfield. Not on the list? Call (973) 272-5869 — we cover a wider radius for bigger jobs.
Free Estimate
Ready to talk through your concrete work project?
Tell us what you're building and we'll walk the site, check the substrate and drainage, and leave you a written estimate within 24 hours. No obligation, no surprise fees.
- Written estimate within 24 hours
- 5-year written workmanship warranty
- Licensed (NJ #13VH10343500), insured, family-owned
Or call for a fast quote(973) 272-5869