Asphalt Paving
Drive lanes, parking and driveways that tie into your concrete.
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Concrete Contractor in Southern California
Driveways, sidewalks, curb and gutter, approaches, patios and slabs, formed, poured and finished by a crew that also grades and paves. Your concrete ties cleanly into the rest of the site.
Concrete Services
Ochoa Grading & Paving pours residential and commercial concrete throughout Southern California. We handle the excavation, base, forms, reinforcement, pour and finish ourselves, so grades and drainage work together across the whole property.
- Concrete driveways: new driveways and tear-out and replacement.
- Driveway approaches: curb cuts and aprons that connect your property to the street.
- Curb and gutter: new installation and replacement for streets, parking lots and HOAs.
- Sidewalks and walkways: including trip-hazard removal and replacement.
- Patios and flatwork: broom, smooth and decorative finishes.
- Slabs and pads: equipment pads, dumpster enclosures, RV pads and building slabs.
- Valley gutters and drainage swales: to move water off your pavement.
- ADA ramps: accessible curb ramps with truncated domes (see ADA compliance).
Residential Concrete
A new concrete driveway, walkway or patio adds value and curb appeal to your home. We grade for drainage away from the house, compact the base, and place control joints so cracking is controlled, not random.
Commercial Concrete
For commercial properties, HOAs and general contractors, we install curb and gutter, sidewalks, approaches, valley gutters and pads. Because we also do asphalt paving and grading, concrete and asphalt meet at the right elevations, with no ponding at the seams.
Concrete vs. Asphalt
Concrete typically lasts longer and needs less routine maintenance, while asphalt costs less up front and is quicker to repair. Many sites use both, with concrete for curbs, gutters, aprons and high-stress areas and asphalt for drive lanes and parking. We'll help you choose what fits your budget and use.
Pricing
What Affects the Price of Concrete
Every property is different, so we price each job after an on-site look. These are the main things that affect the cost:
- Square footage and slab thickness
- Tear-out and haul-off of existing concrete or asphalt
- Excavation, base and grading for drainage
- Reinforcement (rebar or wire mesh)
- Finish type: broom, smooth or decorative
- Forming complexity: curves, steps and edges
- City permits for approaches and right-of-way work
- Access for the concrete truck or pump
Want the details? Read our guide: Asphalt vs. concrete driveways. For an exact price, request a free on-site estimate or call (714) 829-7881.
FAQ
Concrete Questions
How long before I can drive on a new concrete driveway?
Foot traffic is usually fine after about 24 to 48 hours. For passenger vehicles, we generally recommend waiting about 7 days, and longer for heavy vehicles, since concrete continues to gain strength over its first 28 days.
Why does concrete crack, and can you prevent it?
All concrete shrinks as it cures, so some cracking is normal. We control it with a properly compacted base, the right thickness and reinforcement, and control joints placed so cracks form in straight, planned lines.
Do you replace damaged sidewalks and curbs?
Yes. We remove and replace cracked or lifted sidewalk panels, curbs and gutters for homeowners, HOAs and commercial properties.
Do you handle permits for driveway approaches?
Work in the public right-of-way, such as driveway approaches and city curbs, usually requires a city encroachment permit. Ask us about your project and city, and we'll explain what's needed.
Related Services
ADA Compliance
Accessible ramps, stalls and path of travel.
ADA complianceGrading & Excavation
Proper grades and base under every slab.
Grading