Licensed Concrete Contractor | San Diego County

Concrete Driveways in San Diego, CA

Driveway installation and replacement for residential and commercial properties throughout San Diego County.

San Diego Concrete Co. handles concrete driveway work for homeowners and businesses throughout San Diego, Chula Vista, Carlsbad, Oceanside, and the surrounding communities in San Diego County. Whether the job is a full replacement, a new pour on a property that never had concrete, or an extension to an existing driveway, we handle everything from demolition through finishing.

In the coastal cities, salt air and UV exposure wear down unprotected concrete faster than most homeowners expect. Near Oceanside, Carlsbad, and coastal San Diego neighborhoods, sealing is part of the job. In the inland cities like El Cajon, Escondido, and Santee, the soil is expansive — it absorbs moisture, pushes up on slabs, then contracts in dry periods. A driveway poured without proper base preparation on that soil will crack within a few years. We build the base right before anything goes down.

Get a Free Driveway Estimate

Fill out the form and we'll be in touch within one business day. Or call us directly at (559) 510-6005, Monday through Saturday, 7am to 6pm.

How Concrete Driveway Installation Works

Every job starts with a site assessment. If there's existing concrete to remove, demolition comes first. From there: excavation to the correct depth, subgrade compaction, installation of a gravel drainage base, and placement of reinforcement before the pour. Control joints are cut to manage any future movement. Vehicles stay off new concrete for at least 7 days. Full cure takes approximately 28 days.

Most driveway jobs in established San Diego neighborhoods are replacements, not new pours. Old concrete gets broken up, hauled away, and the base gets rebuilt before any new concrete goes down. The base rebuild is where the longevity of the new driveway is decided.

WHAT WE DO

Concrete Driveway Finish Options

  • Broom finish — standard textured surface, slip-resistant, low maintenance, the most common choice for driveways

  • Exposed aggregate — stone aggregate revealed after the top layer washes away, durable and naturally slip-resistant

  • Stamped concrete — patterns pressed before curing to simulate brick, cobblestone, or slate

  • Colored concrete — integral pigment mixed through the full pour, or surface stain applied after curing.

Permits for Driveway Work in San Diego

Driveway work that crosses a public sidewalk or affects the public right-of-way requires a permit through the applicable jurisdiction. In the City of San Diego, this goes through the city's Development Services Department. In unincorporated areas of San Diego County, permits go through the County. San Diego Concrete Co. manages permit applications and inspection coordination as part of the job.

Why San Diego Concrete Co.

Licensed concrete contractor with over 15 years working driveways throughout San Diego County. We handle the full scope: demolition, haul-away, base prep, pour, finishing, and sealing. Our crew does the work — no subcontracting. For driveways that require permits, we handle the paperwork and schedule inspections so the job moves without delays.

Ready to replace your driveway?

Fill out the form at the top of this page or call (559) 510-6005. We'll schedule a free site visit and give you a written estimate.

Monday–Saturday, 7am–6pm | Closed Sunday

COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a concrete driveway last in San Diego?

A properly installed concrete driveway with correct base preparation lasts 30 years or more. In the inland cities with expansive soil, shortcuts on base prep typically lead to cracking within 5 to 10 years. Near the coast, sealing every few years protects the surface from salt air and UV exposure.

Do I need a permit to replace a concrete driveway in San Diego?

It depends on the scope. Work that affects the public sidewalk or right-of-way requires a permit. A straightforward residential replacement on private property often does not. We assess the job and let you know what's required before any work begins.

How long before I can drive on new concrete?

We recommend keeping vehicles off new concrete for at least 7 days. Full cure takes approximately 28 days. Heavy vehicles should stay off the surface for the full cure period to avoid surface damage.

Do you remove and haul away the old concrete?

Yes. Demo and haul-away are included. We break up the existing concrete, load it, and remove it from the property. Where available locally, we recycle broken concrete through area facilities.

Get Your Free Estimate

Fill out the contact form above or call us directly. We'll visit the site and give you a written estimate at no charge.

(559) 510-6005 | Monday–Saturday, 7am–6pm

Monday–Saturday, 7am–6pm

Closed Sunday

SERVICES WE OFFER

Concrete Driveways

Concrete Patios & Hardscape

Concrete Sidewalks & Pathways

Pool Deck Concrete

Retaining Walls

Foundation Construction

Stamped Concrete

Concrete Staining

Concrete Resurfacing & Overlays

Concrete Repair

Concrete Polishing

Concrete Demolition & Removal

SERVICE AREAS

San Diego

Chula Vista

Oceanside

Escondido

El Cajon

Carlsbad

Vista

San Marcos

La Mesa

National City

Poway

Santee