Cranston's Edgewood Victorians, post-war Cape Cods, and ranch homes sit on narrow lots with driveways and patios that take a real beating from New England winters. Providence Concrete knows this landscape inside and out, and we've spent years repairing frost-heaved slabs, replacing cracked driveways, and pouring new concrete for homeowners across 02920.
When your driveway has lifted unevenly or your patio has cracked from decades of freeze-thaw cycles, you need a concrete contractor who understands the glacial soils, the salt spray, and the tight site access that come with Cranston. That's us. We're local, fully insured, and we show up on time.
Concrete in Cranston (02920)
Cranston's residential character means most concrete work happens in tight spaces. Your driveway is probably a single-car or shared side entry squeezed between your neighbor's property line and the street. Your patio is a small backyard pour. Your front walk climbs to a raised porch with a few poured steps. The ground underneath is glacial outwash, sandy and gravelly with stones and shallow ledge in places. That matters because frost heave is the enemy here. Winter brings dozens of freeze-thaw cycles every year, nor'easters dump heavy wet snow, and de-icing salt eats at concrete edges and corners. We design and pour with air-entrained mixes, footings below the frost line, and proper drainage so your concrete stays sound for decades, not just a few years.
We've built driveways, patios, garage floors, and sidewalks all across Cranston and the Providence area. We know the local permit requirements, the curb-cut rules, and how to work on a steep grade or a lot with mature trees. When your concrete needs repair, removal, or replacement, we bring the right equipment and the know-how to do it right the first time.
Our services in Cranston
- Concrete Driveways in Cranston · New concrete driveway installation and full driveway replacement built to last…
- Concrete Patios in Cranston · Custom concrete patios that expand your outdoor living space and add lasting…
- Stamped & Decorative Concrete in Cranston · Stamped, stained, and exposed aggregate finishes that replicate stone, brick…
- Concrete Repair & Resurfacing in Cranston · Repair of cracked, spalling, or worn concrete and full resurfacing to restore…
- Concrete Leveling & Slab Lifting in Cranston · Lifting and leveling of sunken or uneven concrete driveways, patios…
- Concrete Slabs & Foundations in Cranston · Poured concrete slabs and footings for garages, sheds, room additions…
- Sidewalks, Walkways & Steps in Cranston · New and replacement sidewalks, walkways, and steps…
- Concrete Pool Decks in Cranston · Slip-resistant pool decks in broom, textured…
- Concrete Sealing in Cranston · Professional sealing that protects concrete from stains, moisture…
- Concrete Removal & Replacement in Cranston · Full tear-out and haul-away of old, cracked…
- Garage Floors in Cranston · Poured and finished concrete garage floor slabs for new builds, replacements…
- Polished Concrete in Cranston · Mechanically ground and polished concrete floors with a smooth…
How a Job Works in Cranston
We start with a free on-site visit to your Cranston home. We measure the area, look at the existing concrete and the ground, talk through your goals, and give you an honest estimate. If your driveway is cracked and heaving, we'll tell you whether repair or full replacement makes sense. If you want a new patio, we'll discuss size, drainage, finish, and any site challenges like slope or tree roots. No pressure, no sales pitch.
Once you approve, we handle the work itself. We pull permits if required, coordinate with your neighbors if the job touches a property line, and we manage tight access because Cranston lots are small. We set up containment, remove old concrete if needed, prep the base, pour new concrete or resurface the existing slab, and finish it to your spec. We work clean and keep disruption to a minimum.
When we're done, we haul away debris, sweep and wash the area, and walk through with you to make sure everything looks right and performs the way you wanted. Your property is left clean and ready to use.
Pricing in Cranston depends on the size of the job, the condition of the existing concrete, site access, and how soon you need it done. A typical driveway runs from $6 per square foot for basic concrete; a small patio or walkway is in the same range. If your concrete is cracked but not heaving, repair and resurfacing can be as low as $3 per square foot, which saves money fast. Stamped or decorative concrete runs $10 per square foot and up, depending on the pattern and finish. Concrete removal and replacement, which is common in Cranston when frost heave has done real damage, typically runs $7 per square foot. Sealing your new or existing concrete costs about $0.75 per square foot and extends its life significantly in our climate. For a free estimate tailored to your property, call us at (401) 246-7317. We'll give you a realistic number based on what we see.
