Concrete driveway building
Cracked or uneven driveway? A new concrete driveway adds curb appeal and handles heavy traffic for decades without constant upkeep.
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Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas(628) 234-2248
San Rafael Concrete handles driveways, patios, foundations, and more across San Rafael and Marin County. Licensed in California, locally based, and available for a free on-site estimate.
San Rafael Concrete handles concrete contractor projects across San Rafael and the wider Marin County and East Bay area, from driveway replacement and patio construction to foundation work and decorative finishes. With 16 distinct services and a crew that has worked in all 12 of our listed service communities, we bring local site knowledge to every estimate. Every project is performed under a California C-8 Concrete Contractor license.
Cracked or uneven driveway? A new concrete driveway adds curb appeal and handles heavy traffic for decades without constant upkeep.
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Your outdoor space deserves a solid foundation. A properly poured concrete patio gives you a level, durable surface that lasts through Marin's wet winters.
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Want the look of stone or brick without the maintenance? Stamped concrete delivers a custom decorative finish at a fraction of the cost of natural materials.
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An uneven or crumbling sidewalk is a trip hazard and a liability. We build ADA-compliant walkways that meet San Rafael's right-of-way standards.
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A bare or damaged garage floor makes the whole space harder to use. A new concrete slab resists oil, tools, and heavy vehicles for years.
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Plain concrete does not have to be boring. Decorative finishes transform driveways, patios, and interiors into something worth showing off.
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Erosion and hillside creep can undermine your yard over time. A concrete retaining wall holds grade, protects soil, and gives you usable level space.
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Whether it is a basement, workshop, or addition, a correctly poured concrete floor is the most durable surface you can put underfoot.
Learn MoreReach us by phone or through the contact form on this page. Tell us what you need, where the property is, and any timing constraints you have. We respond to every inquiry within 1 business day. No automated systems — a real person from our office calls you back.
We visit the property, assess the existing conditions including the soil and any drainage concerns, and put together a written proposal with itemized pricing. You see the full scope before any commitment is made. If a permit is required, we identify that upfront and handle the application.
Once you approve the proposal, we schedule the pour around the weather window and your timeline. You are kept informed throughout, and we walk you through the finished work before we consider the job closed. If anything does not meet the agreed scope, we address it before leaving.
Our California C-8 Concrete Contractor license is active and verifiable on the CSLB website before you sign anything. We carry general liability and workers' compensation on every project, including the $1 million coverage required for San Rafael public right-of-way work.
Every estimate is itemized in writing: materials, labor, permit fees, and subgrade work listed separately. No surprise line items after the pour. We provide the estimate at no charge and with no obligation, typically within 3 business days of your first call.
We have operated out of San Rafael since 2020 and have completed concrete projects across all 12 of our listed service communities. We understand Marin County's expansive clay soils and wet-season pour windows in a way that a crew dispatched from outside the region simply does not.
We do not consider a job done until you have walked the finished work and confirmed it meets the scope we agreed on. If the finish, dimensions, or drainage slope is off, we correct it before final payment. That is not a policy — it is how every project closes.
Questions before you decide? Call us at (628) 234-2248.
“They finished the driveway in three days, exactly when they said they would. The surface is smooth, the edges are clean, and it has not shown a single crack after two rainy seasons. Worth every penny.”
“I was worried the stamped pattern would look cheap up close. It does not. The crew matched the color sample perfectly and the control joints are worked into the grout lines so they are almost invisible. Very pleased.”
“Our hillside backyard had been sliding for years. The retaining wall they built stopped it, and the crew cleaned up after themselves every day. The permit process was handled entirely by their office.”
Submit the form and someone from our office will call you within 1 business day to schedule your free on-site estimate. No obligation, no pressure. We come to the property, assess the conditions, and give you a written itemized quote before any work is scheduled.
(628) 234-2248San Rafael Concrete serves San Rafael, CA and the surrounding North Bay region, including Novato, Mill Valley, and 9 additional communities across Marin County and the East Bay. We cover all 12 listed service areas within a normal scheduling window, and most projects can be on-site for an initial estimate within 3 business days of your call.
Wide cracks, sections that have shifted unevenly, and surface scaling that returns every season are signs the subbase has failed. Patching fixes the surface; replacement fixes the cause. The Portland Cement Association publishes guidance on evaluating concrete slab condition at cement.org.
In the Bay Area, April through October avoids the wet-season rain risk. Rain on fresh concrete within the first 24 hours can ruin a surface permanently. Summer heat in inland neighborhoods requires early-morning pours and immediate curing covers to slow evaporation.
Concrete outlasts asphalt in mild climates by 15 to 20 years on average. In San Rafael, where freeze-thaw damage is rare, concrete's main challenge is expansive soil movement rather than thermal cracking. A properly prepared subbase makes the difference.
Concrete shrinks as it cures. Without joints cut every 8 to 10 feet, that shrinkage produces random cracks. Control joints are planned weak points that direct cracking to straight, manageable lines, keeping the slab looking clean and intact longer.
Work in the public right-of-way always requires a permit. Work entirely on private property may or may not, depending on scope. The City of San Rafael's Building Division processes permits through its OpenGov portal. Unpermitted work becomes a disclosure issue when you sell.
Marin County's expansive clay soils shrink and swell with the seasons, putting stress on any slab from below. The American Concrete Institute (aci.org) sets standards for subgrade preparation that address exactly this problem. Over-excavation and a compacted aggregate base are the primary defenses.
The Portland Cement Association publishes free guides on concrete flatwork installation, mix design, and maintenance for homeowners and contractors at cement.org.
San Rafael Concrete is a licensed and insured concrete contractor company based in San Rafael, California, serving 12 communities across Marin County and the East Bay since 2020.
We hold an active C-8 Concrete Contractor license issued by the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) — the classification that covers forming, pouring, placing, and finishing flatwork and pavement under California Code of Regulations Title 16. Homeowners can verify our standing at any time through the CSLB online license check tool.
Since 2020, our crew has completed concrete projects across all 12 of our service communities, from hillside retaining walls in San Anselmo to pool decks in Tiburon and parking lot work in Richmond. That track record is the foundation behind every estimate we give.
About San Rafael ConcreteCracks that reappear after patching usually point to sub-base failure. The concrete surface is not the problem. The ground underneath is moving seasonally, and no topcoat will fix that permanently. The solution is excavation, base replacement, and a correctly designed new slab.
San Rafael's Report of Residential Building Record (RBR) process flags unpermitted structures at the time of sale. Unpermitted concrete work, including patios and retaining walls, can delay escrow or require remediation at the seller's expense before transfer.
Concrete is non-combustible, making it the preferred patio and deck surface in San Rafael's Wildland-Urban Interface neighborhoods. Unlike wood or composite decking, it does not accumulate embers or ignite from radiant heat. For hillside properties near open space, it is both practical and code-aligned.
If you are unsure whether your driveway or patio needs repair or full replacement, a free on-site estimate from San Rafael Concrete in San Rafael gives you a real answer with no obligation. The American Concrete Institute also publishes technical guidance on evaluating concrete flatwork condition at aci.org. Call (628) 234-2248 or submit the contact form to get started.
San Rafael is the county seat of Marin County, located about 20 miles north of San Francisco in the North Bay. Founded around Mission San Rafael Arcángel in 1817 and incorporated in 1874, it is one of the older cities in California. With a population near 60,000 and median home values above $1 million, it is a high-value residential market where the condition and appearance of a property matters to owners and buyers alike.
The city contains genuinely distinct neighborhoods. The Fourth Street corridor anchors the walkable downtown with restaurants, breweries, and local retail. The Canal District to the southeast is one of Marin County's most culturally diverse communities. Hillside neighborhoods above the city core, including Dominican Hills and Terra Linda, feature single-family homes with the kinds of sloped lots, retaining walls, and clay-heavy subgrades that require experienced site preparation before any concrete work begins.
The Marin County Civic Center — Frank Lloyd Wright's final major commissioned work and a National Historic Landmark — sits on San Pedro Road just north of downtown. Nearby, China Camp State Park on San Pablo Bay offers more than 25 miles of trails and bay access minutes from residential streets. Residents who spend weekends at China Camp or the Marin County Open Space preserves tend to invest in their outdoor living spaces at home. A concrete patio, well-built steps, or a retaining wall that reclaims hillside space extends how much of a property is actually usable.
San Rafael Concrete has completed projects across San Rafael's neighborhoods from the Canal District to the hillsides above the Civic Center. We understand the soil conditions, permit process, and local construction standards that govern concrete work here. For a free estimate on any project in San Rafael, call (628) 234-2248.
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San Rafael Concrete
15 Curtis Ave
San Rafael, CA 94901
Always open, 24/7.
Call for a free on-site estimate or submit the contact form. We cover San Rafael and 11 surrounding communities in Marin County and the East Bay.
