All Star Concrete Company Concrete Contractor · Rowlett, TX
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Every job here starts with the same question, what's under the concrete and what's it sitting on.

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Every job below is one we do ourselves across Rowlett.

Concrete Driveways

We pour driveways over a compacted base, usually 4 to 6 inches of road base, then finish with 4 to 5 inches of concrete depending on whether trucks or trailers will sit on it. Control joints get cut the same day, spaced to match the slab thickness, so the driveway cracks along the joint instead of down the middle. Plan on 24 hours before foot traffic and 5 to 7 days before you drive on it.

Concrete Patios

Patios get a broom finish for grip and a slight slope away from the house so water doesn't pool against the foundation. We run control joints every 8 to 10 feet and tie the patio into the drainage instead of just pouring flat and hoping.

Stamped Concrete

Stamped concrete gives you the look of flagstone, slate, or cobblestone without individual pavers to relevel every few years. We lay color hardener into the surface, stamp the pattern while it's still workable, then seal it once it's cured to bring out the color.

Concrete Repair

Cracked driveways, spalled patios, and slabs with the top layer flaking off are the calls we get most. Small cracks can sometimes be routed and filled, but a slab that's heaved or badly spalled usually needs to come out, not just be patched over the top, because a patch bonded to failing concrete fails with it.

Concrete Slab Foundations

We pour slab foundations with footings sized to the load and rebar tied into a grid instead of set loose in the forms. Clay soil around Rowlett moves enough with the seasons that we grade and compact the base carefully before any concrete goes in.

Concrete Sidewalks

Sidewalks get jointed roughly every 5 feet to control cracking and sloped slightly for drainage. If the walkway ties into a driveway apron or a city right of way, that part usually needs a permit and an inspection before we pour.

Concrete Retaining Walls

A retaining wall holds back soil, not water, so drainage behind it matters as much as the concrete itself. We set footings below the frost line for this area and build in weep holes or gravel backfill so water doesn't build up and push the wall over.

Concrete Pool Decks

Pool decks get a broom or knockdown finish so the surface isn't slick when it's wet. We run an isolation joint where the deck meets the pool shell, since the pool and the deck move independently and a rigid connection between them cracks.

Exposed Aggregate Concrete

Exposed aggregate concrete gets washed and brushed while it's curing to expose the stone underneath the cream layer, then sealed to lock it in. It holds up well on driveways and pool surrounds where you want a textured, slip-resistant surface.

Concrete Leveling & Mudjacking

A sunken slab is usually sitting on soil that's eroded or washed out underneath it, not concrete that's actually failed. We can often lift it back into place with mudjacking or polyurethane foam injection instead of tearing the whole slab out.

How It Works

Four steps, and no surprises in any of them.

01

We come and look

You tell us what you want doing, we look at what is actually there, and we ask the awkward questions early.

02

You get a price

In writing, itemised, free. If something might add cost later we flag it now rather than at the end.

03

We do the work

Same crew throughout. We cover your floors, keep the dust down and tidy up before we leave each day.

04

We walk it with you

You point out anything you are not happy with and we fix it before the invoice, not after.

Where We Work

All of this, across Rowlett, TX

Concrete work gets quoted a little differently city to city depending on soil and permit rules.

Rowlett, TX
Dallas, TX
Plano, TX
Garland, TX
Mesquite, TX
Richardson, TX
Wylie, TX
Rockwall, TX
Sachse, TX
Forney, TX
Fate, TX
Common Questions

Things worth asking

Questions that come up once a concrete project is actually underway.

Do I need a permit for a new driveway or patio?
Driveway aprons that connect to a city street usually require a permit and inspection, while a standalone backyard patio often doesn't in most Texas municipalities. Permit requirements vary by city, so checking with the local building department for the specific address before pouring is worthwhile.
How long does it take to pour a concrete driveway or patio?
Forming and pouring a typical driveway or patio usually takes one to two days on site, with the concrete curing for about a week before it's ready for vehicle traffic. Larger jobs, decorative finishes, or extra demolition can add several days to that timeline.
Can concrete work be done on a tight budget?
A plain broom-finished slab costs less than a stamped or exposed aggregate finish and is the most common way to bring a concrete project within budget. Reducing the footprint, keeping the design simple, and reusing existing base material where it's still solid can also lower the total cost.
Is concrete work guaranteed?
A workmanship guarantee on cracking, settling, or finish defects is standard for reputable concrete contractors, though it typically doesn't cover damage from tree roots, plumbing leaks, or soil movement outside normal expectations. Guarantee terms should be spelled out in writing before the job starts.
Who handles questions during the project?
A single point of contact, usually the crew lead or estimator, typically handles scheduling and questions throughout a concrete project rather than a different person showing up each visit. That consistency matters when questions come up mid-pour about finish or placement.
What kind of concrete mix and reinforcement gets used?
Most residential flatwork uses 3,000 to 4,000 PSI concrete, with wire mesh for lighter-duty slabs like patios and rebar grids for driveways, foundations, or anywhere heavier loads are expected. The mix design and reinforcement should match what the slab will actually carry.
Can I stay in my house during a concrete driveway or patio project?
Staying in the house during a concrete project is normal, since the work happens outside and doesn't affect utilities or interior access. The main disruption is losing use of the driveway or patio itself for about a week while the new concrete cures.
How should the site be prepared before work starts?
Clearing vehicles, patio furniture, and any plants or sprinkler heads near the work area ahead of time speeds up setup on pour day. Marking known irrigation lines or underground utilities in the yard also helps avoid delays or damage during excavation.
What if something unexpected turns up once old concrete is removed?
Broken irrigation lines, unstable fill dirt, or old debris buried under a slab sometimes surface once demolition starts, and that can add cost or time to the schedule. A reputable contractor stops and discusses any changes before proceeding rather than just billing for it afterward.
How should new concrete be cared for after it's poured?
New concrete needs to cure without heavy foot traffic for about 24 to 48 hours and without vehicle traffic for 5 to 7 days. Sealing a driveway or patio every couple of years and keeping deicing salt off it in freezing weather extends how long the surface holds up.

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