Cost of Patterned Concrete Driveways
January 2013
Do you need to know the range of average installed costs for Patterned Concrete Driveways in your zip code? Do you need an independent, 2013 cost breakdown of Patterned Concrete Driveway material and installation costs?
The Homewyse Patterned Concrete Driveway cost estimator provides up to date pricing information for your area. Enter your zip code, the size of your project below and click "Update". The table below summarizes the average 2013 cost to install Patterned Concrete Driveways in your area for good, better and custom quality work.
- To avoid costly problems and get quality work at a fair price, have Patterned Concrete Driveway installation completed by a licensed and bonded Concrete Contractor. Use the free Homewyse checklist for proven advice in finding, hiring and managing a trustworthy Concrete Contractor.
- You may be able to save on Patterned Concrete Driveway installation costs by hiring a Landscaping Contractor. Make sure that any prospective Landscaping Contractor has relevant Patterned Concrete Driveway experience, that you verify past work, and that you follow the homewyse checklist.
- Avoid costly warranty and maintenance problems for your Patterned Concrete Driveway project. Use the homewyse Patterned Concrete Driveways Installation checklists to make sure your project is completed with proper installation techniques and materials.
Patterned Concrete Driveways - Pricing and Installation Cost Notes
- Patterned Concrete Driveway installation cost estimates typically require an onsite inspection - in most cases estimates are free, but will be accompanied by a strong sales pitch.
- The homewyse cost estimates includes all typical costs for site excavation and preparation to ensure uniform driveway thickness, surface height and proper water runoff; placement of perimeter form board and expansion joints at spacing not to exceed 8 feet; setting of wire mesh reinforcement; pouring, settling, leveling, uniform patterned concrete surface finishing of 5 inch thick, 4000 psi concrete.
- The homewyse installation cost estimate does not include costs for significant regrading or excavation, or demolition and removal of existing driveway.
- Higher priced Patterned Concrete Driveways may include features such as more complex patterning, higher quality surface finishing and better warranty.
- Cost ranges account for variations in contractor skill, job location and seasonal contractor wage rates.
- Expect to pay an additional 5% - 14% in material and installation costs for complex installation configurations and patterns.
- To maximize the payback of your Patterned Concrete Driveway investment, use materials and installation quality appropriate for your home and neighborhood - but be careful not to overimprove. Less expensive alternatives to Patterned Concrete Driveways may provide a better return on investment.
- Save money on the total project by having multiple vendors bid on the same, complete description of Patterned Concrete Driveway work for your project.
- Save money on installation costs by being flexible on project scheduling - schedule your project during slow periods for the installer.