Concrete Driveways in Charlotte, NC
Charlotte Concrete Services pours new concrete driveways, replaces failed ones and rebuilds the apron at the street for homeowners across Charlotte and Mecklenburg County. Every job starts with the dirt under the slab.
Piedmont red clay, the Cecil sandy clay loam under most lots, softens when wet and drains slowly, and Charlotte gets about 43 inches of rain a year. Ours get a compacted 4-inch graded aggregate base (GAB), steel reinforcement and a slope toward the street so they do not settle, crack or puddle.
We also build in Matthews, Huntersville and Concord & more. See how much a concrete driveway costs in Charlotte for what drives the price.
Why Choose Charlotte Concrete Services
- Licensed & Insured
- Years of experience pouring residential and commercial concrete
- Proper reinforcement on every pour
- Written warranty on workmanship
- Local crew, local reputation
- On-time, on-budget completion
- Free, no-obligation estimates
- Wide range of finishes
- Proper site prep and drainage grading
- Clean job sites
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Concrete Driveway Services
New Driveway Installation
We replace gravel tracks and cracked builder slabs by cutting to firm subgrade, compacting GAB and setting rebar or wire on chairs. Car driveways get 4 inches; for a box truck, RV or trailer we pour 5 or 6 inches with tighter joints.
Steep & Sloped Driveways
Lots in Cotswold and Eastover often sit well above or below the road, and a steep drive turns slick on a January freeze night. We use a heavy broom or grooved finish for grip and add a trench drain where needed.
Stamped & Exposed Aggregate
Stamped borders, a stamped center or exposed aggregate give curb appeal without the upkeep of pavers. Stamped and decorative work runs $12 to $20 or more per square foot, and many owners match it to a concrete patio.
Driveway Aprons & Curb Cuts
The apron fails first, since it takes every turn and sits in gutter runoff. A new or widened connection to a city street needs a CDOT driveway permit, which we pull, and we match the apron to the city sidewalk lines.
Root & Crack Repairs
Big willow oaks in Dilworth and Myers Park lift panels, and we work around the critical root zone under the Charlotte Tree Ordinance. Cracks are routed and sealed for $3 to $8 per square foot; heaved panels are repoured with doweled joints.
Tear-Out & Replacement
When most panels are cracked or sunken, we break out the slab, rebuild the base and pour new for $10 to $16 per square foot including removal, about $6,000 to $9,600 for 600 square feet. If it is sound but sunk, concrete leveling may be enough.
How We Build Your Charlotte Driveway
Site Visit & Written Quote
We measure, watch where storm water goes and note roots and right-of-way work, then quote base, thickness, steel and finish.
Permits, 811 & Excavation
We call NC 811 three business days before digging, file any CDOT or county permit, then excavate to firm clay and compact the GAB.
Forming, Steel & Pour
Forms and steel go in, and we pour and finish in one push. Control joints are cut the same day or next morning.
Cure & First Drive
We keep the surface moist or use a curing compound in summer heat. Allow 7 days before parking and 28 days for full strength.
Charlotte Driveway Questions We Hear Most
What does a new concrete driveway cost in Charlotte?
A new driveway runs $8 to $14 per square foot, so 600 square feet is around $4,800 to $8,400. Steep grades and decorative finishes cost more.
Do I need a permit for a driveway in Charlotte?
A new or widened street connection needs a CDOT driveway permit, and added pavement counts toward impervious-surface limits under Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services rules.
Why did my driveway crack so fast?
Uncompacted fill, no gravel base, no steel or joints too far apart. Wet clay under a poorly drained slab loses support.
Can you pour a driveway in winter here?
Yes, most of the winter. We will not pour below 40 degrees without blankets and an adjusted mix.
Will the work hurt my big oak tree?
Only if major roots in the critical root zone are cut. We plan the slab edge around them.
How long before I can use the new driveway?
Walk on it the next day, wait 7 days for cars and longer for trucks. See how long before driving on new concrete.