Summit Concrete Inc Concrete Contractor · Bossier City, LA
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Every concrete job we take on, from a small patch to a full driveway pour.

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Everything we take on

Every job below is one we do ourselves across Bossier City.

Concrete Driveways

We build the base first, four to six inches of compacted gravel, before any concrete gets poured. Driveways get rebar instead of wire mesh since they take the weight of vehicles and trailers, and mesh alone won't hold a crack together once it splits. We slope every driveway away from the garage so water doesn't pool at the door.

Concrete Patios

Patios get a broom finish so they're not slick when they're wet, and we can add a stamped or exposed aggregate finish if you want more than plain gray. We set the slope so rainwater runs off toward the yard, not back toward your foundation. Control joints go in the same day we finish the pour.

Stamped Concrete

We press the pattern into the slab while the concrete is still plastic, so the texture goes all the way through, not just a stain on top. Stone, brick, slate and wood-plank patterns are all options, and we can match colors close to whatever's already on your house. It costs more than plain concrete, but a lot less than actual pavers or natural stone.

Concrete Repair

Cracks, spalling, chipped edges and sunken corners are the usual calls we get. We match the existing texture and color as close as we can on patch work, though a repair on old concrete never disappears completely. If a slab has cracked badly or dropped more than an inch, we'll tell you honestly if it's a repair job or if it needs to come out.

Concrete Slabs

We form and pour slabs for garages, workshops, sheds and home additions to whatever thickness the structure calls for. A vapor barrier goes down before the pour on anything that'll be heated or finished space. We'll pull permits with you if your parish or the city requires one for the structure going on top.

Concrete Sidewalks & Walkways

Walkways get their own control joints and expansion joints where they meet a driveway or porch, since two slabs poured at different times move differently. We keep the base compacted the same as we would on a driveway, even though foot traffic is a lighter load. A cracked or heaved walkway is usually a sign the old one never had a proper base.

Concrete Steps & Porches

Steps get poured with rebar tied into the footing so they don't separate from the house over time. We check the rise and run against code before we form anything, since uneven steps are a fall risk and an inspection flag. Porches can be finished plain, broomed or stamped to match a patio.

Exposed Aggregate Concrete

We wash back the top layer of cream while the concrete is still green, exposing the stone underneath for a textured, non-slip surface. It holds up well around pools and patios where a smooth trowel finish gets slick. The aggregate itself can be a stock gray gravel or a decorative stone if you want more color.

Concrete Leveling & Mudjacking

If a slab has sunk without cracking badly, we can pump a fill material underneath it and raise it back level instead of demolishing it. This works on sidewalks, patios and porch slabs more often than driveways, since driveways usually need a look at what's happening underneath first. It's faster and cheaper than a full tear-out when the concrete itself is still in good shape.

Concrete Retaining Walls

We build small to mid-size retaining walls to hold back a slope or level out a yard with drainage problems. Every wall gets weep holes or drain pipe behind it, since a wall that traps water behind it is a wall that eventually leans or fails. Block, poured concrete and stacked stone are all options depending on the height and the look you want.

How It Works

Four steps, and no surprises in any of them.

01

We come and look

You tell us what you want doing, we look at what is actually there, and we ask the awkward questions early.

02

You get a price

In writing, itemised, free. If something might add cost later we flag it now rather than at the end.

03

We do the work

Same crew throughout. We cover your floors, keep the dust down and tidy up before we leave each day.

04

We walk it with you

You point out anything you are not happy with and we fix it before the invoice, not after.

Where We Work

All of this, across Bossier City, LA

Site visits and pours are scheduled throughout this service area.

Bossier City, LA
Shreveport, LA
Marshall, LA
Minden, LA
Springhill, LA
Blanchard, LA
Greenwood, LA
Haughton, LA
Vivian, LA
Benton, LA
Stonewall, LA
Common Questions

Things worth asking

Questions that tend to come up once a concrete project is underway.

Do I need a permit for a new concrete driveway or slab?
Permit requirements depend on the city or parish and the type of structure, a garage slab usually needs one, a patio replacement often doesn't. Permits can be pulled as part of the job when they're required.
How long does it take to pour and finish a concrete driveway?
Forming, pouring and finishing a typical driveway takes one to two days, but the concrete needs about 24 to 48 hours before foot traffic and five to seven days before a vehicle drives on it. Full strength isn't reached until around 28 days.
Can concrete work be done on a tighter budget?
A plain broom finish with standard gray concrete costs less than stamped or exposed aggregate finishes, and reducing square footage or thickness where it's not structurally required also brings the price down. Cutting corners on the gravel base or reinforcement isn't a place to save money, since that's what determines whether the slab lasts.
Do you guarantee your concrete work?
Workmanship on forming, pouring and finishing is guaranteed, and any issue with a crack or defect tied to how the job was done gets fixed. Concrete does develop hairline cracks over time from normal shrinkage, which is a material characteristic rather than a defect.
Who do I talk to once the job is underway?
The same crew that gave the quote and formed the job handles the pour and finish, so questions during the work go to the people actually on site rather than a separate office contact.
What kind of concrete mix and reinforcement do you use?
Most residential flatwork uses a 3,000 to 4,000 psi mix, with rebar in driveways and anywhere heavier weight will sit, and fiber mesh added for crack control in patios and walkways. The right mix and reinforcement depend on what the slab needs to support.
Can I still use my driveway or yard while the concrete work is happening?
The area being poured is off limits during forming, pouring and curing, generally a few days, but the rest of the property stays accessible. A driveway replacement usually means parking on the street or in the yard for about a week.
What do I need to do to prepare for a concrete pour?
Clearing the area of vehicles, furniture, plants or anything else in the work zone before the crew arrives speeds up the job. Marking any buried sprinkler lines or utilities ahead of time also avoids delays once excavation starts.
What happens if something unexpected turns up once the old concrete is removed?
Soft or wet subgrade, old buried debris, or tree roots under an existing slab sometimes show up once the old concrete is out, and any of those add time and cost to fix properly before pouring. Any change gets explained and priced before work continues, not added to the bill afterward.
How should I take care of new concrete after it's poured?
New concrete should be kept off vehicle traffic for about a week and away from de-icing salts or harsh chemicals for the first month while it fully cures. Sealing a driveway or patio every couple of years helps it resist staining and the freeze-thaw cycle.

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