New Driveways
Going from grass or gravel to concrete? The ground is graded and a compacted stone base goes down before any concrete is poured.
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New Driveways · Replacements · Aprons · Repairs
Is your old driveway cracked, sunken or flaking, or are you ready for your first one? Tell us about it and one or two local concrete contractors will reach out about a free estimate.
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Concrete Driveway Services
From a first driveway on a new lot to replacing one that has cracked and sunk, these are the common driveway jobs for Pittsburgh homes.
Driveway Replacement
The old slab is broken out and hauled away, soft spots in the base get fixed, and a new driveway goes in its place.
Wider Driveways & Parking Pads
Room for a second car or a spot to turn around. New concrete can be added beside the driveway you already have.
Driveway Aprons
This is the stretch between the street and your driveway. A new apron or curb cut can need a permit from your town.
Stamped & Colored Driveways
Like the look of stone or brick? Pattern and color can be pressed into the surface while it is still wet.
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Cracks, flaking and a sunken section near the garage can often be fixed without tearing out the whole driveway.
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Driveways Built for Pittsburgh Winters
Freezing nights, quick thaws and road salt tracked in on your tires all work on a driveway. A slab that is built right stays smooth for years, while one that skips steps can start flaking and cracking after a couple of winters.
Bring up these points when your contractor comes out to see the job.
What a lasting driveway needs
- A compacted stone base under the whole slab
- Air-entrained concrete made for freezing weather
- Enough thickness for the cars and trucks that use it
- Control joints cut where cracks are meant to go
- A slope that sends water away from the garage
- A breathable sealer once the concrete has cured
- No deicing salt during its first winter
What Affects the Cost of a Concrete Driveway?
Every driveway is priced on its own. These are the things that move the number up or down.
- How big the driveway is, since concrete is priced by the square foot
- Whether an old driveway has to be broken out and hauled away
- Grading and base work, which grows on a steep or soft lot
- Thickness and steel reinforcement for heavier vehicles
- The finish you pick, from a plain broom finish to stamped and colored
- A new apron or curb cut at the street, and any permit it needs
Driveway Price Calculator
Enter the size and pick the options to see the typical installed price across the US for a driveway like yours.
Driveway Permits in Pittsburgh
Most of the paperwork for a driveway sits at the street end. These rules apply inside the City of Pittsburgh, and other towns in the county set their own.
Does a New Driveway Need a Permit?
A driveway at ground level needs no City building permit. The curb cut at the street does: every new curb cut for a driveway or parking pad needs a City curb cut permit, and rebuilding an old one can need one too.
What If My Driveway Meets a State Road?
A driveway that connects to a state highway needs a Highway Occupancy Permit from PennDOT, applied for online. Your contractor can check who owns your road.
Can a Steep Driveway Meet the Sidewalk?
Yes, once it levels off. The City limits how steep a driveway can be as it approaches the sidewalk, so a steep driveway needs a flatter stretch just before it.
Do Parking Pads Need Approval?
A new parking pad needs City zoning approval but no building permit. In the City's landslide-prone areas, the application also needs a report from a certified geotechnical professional.
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Concrete Driveway Questions
What type of concrete is best for a driveway?
Air-entrained concrete, which is mixed to hold up through freezing and thawing. Ask for it by name, along with a compacted stone base and control joints.
How thick should a concrete driveway be?
A home driveway should be at least four inches thick. Where heavy trucks park or turn, five inches or more is common, and your contractor can tell you what your driveway needs.
How long does a concrete driveway last?
A properly installed concrete driveway can last up to 30 years with basic care. Around Pittsburgh, that care means a sealer, no deicing salt in its first winter, and filling cracks before water gets in.
Is concrete or asphalt better for a driveway?
Asphalt usually costs a little less to put in. Concrete is the bigger spend up front, and when it is built right it lasts for decades. The driveway cost page shows typical concrete prices.
How much does a new concrete driveway cost?
Across the US, a plain concrete driveway typically runs $6 to $10 per square foot installed. Your price depends on the size, whether an old driveway comes out, the slope of the lot and the finish. Our driveway cost page shows typical prices, and your free estimate gives you a real number.
Do I need a permit for a new driveway?
Inside the City of Pittsburgh, a driveway at ground level needs no building permit, but a new curb cut at the street does. A driveway onto a state highway needs a PennDOT Highway Occupancy Permit. Other towns in the county set their own rules.
When is the best time to pour a new driveway?
In Pittsburgh, May through October, when freezing nights are rare. Concrete can go in during colder months, but it can't be poured on frozen ground and has to be kept from freezing while it gains strength, which adds work.
When can I drive on a new concrete driveway?
Usually after about a week. You can walk on it sooner, often after a couple of days.
Should I repair or replace my driveway?
Small cracks and a worn surface can often be repaired. A driveway that is badly sunken, heaved or broken into pieces usually needs to be replaced. See concrete repair for the fixes.
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