Good concrete work starts long before the pour. Built On Trust builds slabs, driveways, walkways and patios for homeowners in Raleigh, Garner, Fuquay-Varina and across Wake and Johnston Counties, with the base, forms and reinforcement done right so the slab lasts.
We also handle the work around it: demolition of old slabs, framing and additions that sit on the new slab, and help with plans, city permits and inspections.
What we do in Raleigh
- Slabs for garages, room additions, sheds and workshops
- Driveways and driveway extensions
- Walkways, sidewalks and steps
- Patios, including stamped finishes
- Footings and pads for decks, porches and HVAC units
- Brick and block work
- Removal and replacement of cracked or sunken slabs
Concrete and Raleigh's red clay
Much of the Triangle sits on dense red clay that holds water and moves as it wets and dries. A slab poured straight onto poorly prepared clay is more likely to crack and settle. We excavate to the right depth, build a compacted gravel base, set forms and steel reinforcement, and slope the surface so water drains away from your house.
Why choose Built On Trust for concrete work
A slab lasts for decades when the base, forms and reinforcement are done right, and it fails early when they are rushed. We take the time to excavate, compact the base, set forms and steel, and plan for drainage before every pour. Because we also build the additions, garages, decks and patios that sit on that slab, we make sure the slab is ready for what comes next. You get a written quote before any work starts.
On a typical job we visit the site first to check grading, drainage and access, then mark the layout with you so the size and shape are right before any digging starts. We schedule the pour around the weather, cut or tool control joints to manage cracking, and clean up when we are done. Before we leave, we tell you how long to keep foot traffic and vehicles off the new surface.
Recent Concrete Projects in Raleigh
Related services: A slab is often the first step for a patio, a room addition or the footings of a new deck. Browse our recent projects, read customer reviews, or request a free estimate.
Planning a concrete project?
Call 919-602-0197, email customer_service@built-on-trust.com, or request a free estimate, and we will visit, measure and give you a clear written quote.
FAQ
Questions Raleigh Homeowners Ask
Why does concrete crack?
Some hairline cracking is normal as the slab cures. Larger cracks usually come from a weak base, poor drainage or missing control joints. Proper prep and joints keep cracking under control.
How soon can I use my new driveway or patio?
You can usually walk on it after a day or two. Wait about a week before driving on a new driveway; it keeps gaining strength for about a month.
Do I need a permit for a new slab?
It depends on what it is for. Slabs for additions and garages need a building permit; a simple patio often does not. We check the requirements for your project.
Can you replace a sunken or cracked walkway?
Yes. We remove the damaged sections, correct the base and drainage, and pour new sections that tie in cleanly.
Do you remove old concrete?
Yes. We break out and haul away old slabs, walkways and steps before forming and pouring new ones.
Can concrete be colored or stamped?
Yes. Stamped and colored finishes can give a patio or walkway the look of stone or brick at a lower cost.