Modesto · Stanislaus County
Concrete contractors in Modesto, CA
Driveways, patios, foundations, stamped concrete and repair. One call reaches a licensed, insured local crew that shows up, gives you a written price, and pours it right the first time.
Licensed & insured local contractor · Free written estimates · No cost to use this service
What we do
Concrete Driveways
New driveways, replacements and extensions
From $8/sq ftPatios & Walkways
Backyard patios, walkways, pool decks and steps
From $7/sq ftFoundations & Slabs
ADU and garage foundations, shop slabs, shed pads
From $6/sq ftStamped & Decorative Concrete
Stamped patterns, colors, exposed aggregate, overlays
From $12/sq ftConcrete Repair & Replacement
Cracks, settling, trip hazards, spalling, removal
From $300Concrete in Modesto: what's different here
Modesto is old orchard country, and a lot of the soil under its neighborhoods is deep, well-drained loam, which is good news for concrete. The exceptions are the low areas near Dry Creek and the Tuolumne River, where clay and seasonal moisture cause settling. Mature trees are the other local factor: roots from the big sycamores and mulberries in older neighborhoods lift sidewalks and driveways, and a smart pour includes a root barrier or a thicker slab where a tree is close.
The City of Modesto Building Safety Division issues permits. Same-footprint driveway and patio replacements generally don't need one; new foundations, structural slabs, retaining walls over 4 feet, and work in the public right-of-way (sidewalks, driveway approaches) do, and the approach work needs an encroachment permit from Public Works.
How it works
- Tell us about the jobCall or use the form. A driveway, patio, slab or repair; rough size; and your address in Modesto or nearby.
- A local contractor calls you backUsually the same business day. A licensed, insured concrete contractor serving Stanislaus County will schedule a time to look at the site.
- Written estimateYou get a written scope and price covering demolition, base, thickness, reinforcement, finish and cleanup. No obligation.
- The work gets doneMost residential jobs take two to four days from demo to a finished slab you can walk on.
Serving Modesto and nearby
Modesto Concrete Contractors connects homeowners and property managers in Modesto, Ceres, Salida, Riverbank, Turlock, Oakdale, Empire, Hughson with a concrete contractor who works these neighborhoods every week: Village One, College Area, La Loma, Dry Creek, Sylvan, Bret Harte, Airport District and the rest of Stanislaus County.
Common questions
How much does concrete work cost in Modesto?
Plain gray flatwork (driveways, patios, walkways) runs $7 to $14 per square foot installed in Modesto in 2026, including demolition of old concrete. Decorative finishes add $3 to $10 per square foot. Foundations are priced by the job based on engineering. Every estimate on this site is a local range, not a quote; the contractor will price your specific job after seeing it.
How do I know a concrete contractor is legitimate?
In California, any job over $500 in labor and materials requires a contractor licensed by the CSLB. Ask for the license number and check it at cslb.ca.gov, confirm the license is active with a C-8 (concrete) or B (general) classification, and ask for proof of liability insurance and workers' comp. Get the scope, thickness, base depth, reinforcement and finish in writing.
What is the best time of year to pour concrete in Modesto?
Spring and fall are ideal. Summer pours are fine but should start early in the morning; concrete placed at 100°F+ sets fast and is prone to shrinkage cracking without extra care. Winter pours are possible on dry days above 40°F; crews avoid rain and the wettest weeks in January and February.
How long does concrete take to cure?
You can walk on it after 24 to 48 hours, drive a car on a driveway after 7 days, and it reaches design strength at about 28 days. Keep heavy trucks off for a month.
Get a free estimate
Tell us about the job and a licensed concrete contractor serving Modesto will call you back, usually the same business day.