How Much Does Concrete Work Cost in Texas?

One of the first questions homeowners ask is: "What's this going to cost me?" The honest answer is — it depends. But that doesn't mean you have to go in blind. Here's a real breakdown of what concrete work costs in Texas, based on what we actually quote and pour every week in Seguin and the surrounding area.

Texas Concrete Prices Per Square Foot (2024–2025)

Prices below reflect installed cost — including labor, materials, forming, and a standard finish. They do not include demolition of existing concrete or major site grading.

What Drives the Price Up (or Down)?

Not all concrete jobs are equal. Here's what actually moves the needle on your final invoice:

Breaking It Down by Project

Concrete Driveways

A standard 2-car driveway in Seguin (roughly 600–800 sq ft) runs $3,500–$6,500 for a basic broom finish. Stamped or colored concrete adds $3–$10/sq ft on top of that. Thickness matters most — 4" is minimum, but we recommend 5–6" for driveways that see truck traffic.

Concrete Patios

A 400 sq ft patio with a broom finish averages $2,000–$4,000. Decorative options like exposed aggregate, stamping, or acid staining push that to $4,000–$8,000+.

Foundations & Slabs

This is where it gets more complex. A simple shop slab (40×60 ft) can run $18,000–$35,000 depending on thickness, rebar spacing, and whether you need piers. Monolithic slabs with turned-down edges are the most common and cost-effective in our area.

Sidewalks & Flatwork

Standard sidewalk runs $4–$7/sq ft. Commercial flatwork with heavier loads — truck courts, loading docks, parking lots — starts at $6/sq ft and goes up with reinforcement requirements.

What You're Really Paying For

A low quote almost always means something got cut — thinner concrete, less rebar, rushed prep, or a crew that won't be around when cracks show up in 18 months. In concrete, you largely get what you pay for. The material itself (ready-mix) is relatively standardized; the difference is in how it's placed, finished, and cured.

Get a Real Number

Every property is different. The fastest way to know your actual cost is a free on-site estimate — we come out, look at your soil, your site access, and what you need, and give you a number you can actually build a budget around.