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Sidewalk Repair and Concrete Sidewalk Installation in Houston
Need sidewalk repair in Houston? Slabs on Grade replaces cracked and lifted panels, builds new concrete walkways, and pours curb ramps for homes, HOAs, and businesses. We are family-owned concrete sidewalk contractors, and every estimate is free.
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Concrete Sidewalk Contractors in Houston
Sidewalks take a beating in Houston. Heavy rain, long dry spells, and big shade trees all push on thin slabs of concrete. Our crew saw-cuts and removes damaged panels, builds new sidewalks and walkways, and ties new concrete into your driveway and curb. When a job needs a City of Houston permit, we handle the paperwork for you.
Why Houston Sidewalks Crack and Lift
Much of the Houston area sits on clay soil that swells when it gets wet and shrinks when it dries out. That movement is a leading cause of heaved and cracked sidewalk panels. Tree roots do their share too, most of all near large oaks planted close to the walk. We compact the base before we pour. Then we space the control joints so the concrete cracks along clean lines, not at random.
Request a Free EstimateWhy Choose Slabs on Grade
- Family-owned and owner-operated since 2010
- 5.0-star Google rating from 23 reviews
- Over 1,000 customers served
- We pull permits when your job needs one
- Written workmanship warranty
- Open every day, 8am to 6pm
Family-owned and owner-operated since 2010Sidewalk Work for Homeowners, HOAs, and Commercial Properties
Most sidewalk calls start with a lifted panel, a cracked slab, or a letter from the HOA. We plan each job around who owns the walk and who uses it every day.
Homeowners
One lifted panel in front of your home can trip a neighbor. We check whether a few panels can come out or the whole run needs work, based on the base under the concrete, not just the surface. Many home jobs take one day. See all of our residential concrete services.
HOAs and Property Managers
Broken sidewalks across a neighborhood add up fast. We walk the property, list the problem panels, and schedule the work so residents can still get in and out. You get a clear scope for your board and your records. Larger jobs are priced with that scale in mind.
Commercial Property Owners
Storefronts, office parks, and apartment sites need walks that meet the ADA and the Texas Accessibility Standards. We build to the right slopes and plan around your hours so your doors stay open. For bigger site work, see our commercial concrete services.
Signs It's Time for Sidewalk Repair
Small sidewalk problems grow. If you see any of these, call (832) 422-0354 for a free look before a small fix turns into a full replacement.
Uneven Panels and Trip Hazards
One panel sits higher than the next. ADA rules allow only a 1/4-inch vertical lip on an accessible route, or 1/2 inch if the edge is beveled, so even a small lip matters.
Cracks That Keep Growing
Hairline cracks are common. Cracks wider than a quarter inch, or cracks that open more each year, often point to a problem in the base.
Sunken or Tilted Sections
A panel that has dropped or tipped toward the street or yard holds water. It also tends to keep moving.
Tree Roots Lifting the Walk
Roots can lift a panel several inches. In Houston, the City asks the homeowner or contractor to contact its Urban Forestry team before replacing a panel near tree roots.
Water That Pools on the Walk
Puddles that sit for a day or more mean the slope is off or a panel has settled.
Flaking or Crumbling Surface
Spalling, pits, and loose stone on top show the surface is wearing out.
Concrete Sidewalk Services We Offer
Sidewalk Replacement
When a panel has heaved, cracked through, or sunk, a patch only buys time. For sidewalk replacement, we saw-cut at the joints, break out the bad panels, and fix the base. Then we pour new concrete to match the grade of the walk around it. This is the most common sidewalk job we do in Houston.
Sidewalk Trip Hazard Repair
If a panel is solid but has a small lip at the joint, we can grind the edge down or patch a small section. It is a fast, lower-cost fix. If the panel is broken or still moving, we will tell you that replacement is the better choice.
Concrete Walkway Installation
Front entry walks, side yard paths, and links between the driveway and the backyard. Good base prep, a slope that sheds water away from the house, and clean edges keep a walkway level. We pour broom, stamped, and exposed aggregate finishes.
ADA Curb Ramps
Curb ramps must meet strict slope rules. The 2010 ADA Standards cap a curb ramp's running slope at 1:12 and its cross slope at 1:48. In the City of Houston right-of-way, the City's design manual also calls for a 5-foot level landing at the top and a 2-foot strip of truncated domes where the ramp meets the street. We set the forms to those numbers before any concrete shows up.
Who Is Responsible for Sidewalk Repair in Houston?
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The Property Owner Next to the Sidewalk
Houston's Code of Ordinances (Chapter 40, Section 40-84) puts the duty to build and repair a sidewalk on the owner of the property next to it. That holds even though the sidewalk sits in the public right-of-way. When residents report a broken sidewalk to 311, the City's usual answer is that repair is the owner's job, unless City work caused the damage.
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City of Houston Sidewalk Repair Permits
Most sidewalk work needs a Houston Public Works permit, with plan review and two inspections. Homeowners have one shortcut: the Residential Sidewalk Panel Replacement program. It covers panels in front of your own lot, rebuilt in kind to City standards, with no permit or fee. You email a Notice of Intent at least 2 business days before work and a Notice of Completion within 5 business days after. It does not cover the part of the walk that runs through a driveway.
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When the City Can Order Repairs
Chapter 40 also lets the City order sidewalk repairs after it gives the owner notice. If the owner does not finish the work in the time set, the City can do it, charge the owner, and place a lien on the property. We would rather help you fix a problem panel on your own schedule. Call (832) 422-0354 to set up a free estimate.
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When the City Pays for Sidewalks
The City's Sidewalk Program builds and replaces some sidewalks near schools, along major thoroughfares, and for residents with mobility impairments. Requests can take a long time because funding is limited. If your street doesn't fit those programs, the repair cost usually falls to the owner.
Concrete Sidewalk Installation Process
Start to Finish
We keep you in the loop at every step. Here is what happens from your first call to the final walkthrough.
Free On-Site Estimate
We measure the walk, check the base and drainage, and talk through your options. You get a written quote with a clear scope. If the job needs a City permit or a panel program notice, we file it.
Demo & Removal
We saw-cut clean edges at the joints, break out the damaged panels, and haul the old concrete away.
Grading & Forming
We fix and compact the base. Then we set forms to the right width, height, and slope, so water runs off the walk and away from your house.
Reinforce
We add steel reinforcement where the job calls for it, such as a section that crosses a driveway.
Pour & Finish
In summer we start early to beat the heat. The crew places, levels, and finishes the concrete, then cuts in the control joints.
Cure & Walkthrough
The new concrete cures under a curing compound. Foot traffic is usually fine after 24 to 48 hours. We finish with a walkthrough so you can see the work up close.
What Affects Sidewalk Replacement Cost in Houston?
We price each sidewalk after a free on-site visit, because no two jobs are the same. We don't post per-foot prices, since online averages rarely match a real Houston job. These are the things that move the price most:
Length and Width
The number of panels and the width of the walk set how much concrete and labor the job takes.
Tear-Out and Haul-Off
Breaking out old panels and hauling them away takes time and trucks. Thick or reinforced slabs take longer.
Base Repair
Soft or washed-out soil under the old panels may need new base material before we pour.
Tree Roots and Grade
Roots under the walk, or a steep yard, add work to get the new panels level and safe.
Driveway Crossings and Ramps
Sections through a driveway are thicker and need a permit. Curb ramps take extra forming and warning panels.
Permits, HOA Rules, and Access
City permits, HOA approval, and tight access can add steps. We list each one in your estimate.
What Our Customers Say
Areas We Serve for Sidewalk Work
We repair, replace, and build sidewalks in Houston and 13 nearby cities, from our home base in Pinehurst. Pick your city to see what we do there.
- Houston
- Katy
- Pasadena
- Cypress
- Pearland
- Spring
- Sugar Land
- Missouri City
- The Woodlands
- Baytown
- League City
- Friendswood
- Conroe
- Tomball
Houston, TX
Inside Houston city limits, owners are responsible for the sidewalk in front of their property, and most jobs go through Houston Public Works. We handle the permit or the panel program notice for you.
Sugar Land, TX
In Sugar Land, the City maintains sidewalks in the public right-of-way and takes repair requests through 311. We build and repair private walks, HOA paths, and commercial sidewalks.
Katy, TX
The City of Katy maintains public sidewalks in its right-of-way. We pour entry walks, side yard paths, and HOA and commercial sidewalks across the Katy area.
Concrete Sidewalk Questions From Houston Property Owners
Straight answers from our crew. Still have a question? Call us and talk to a real person.
Get a Free EstimateHow much does sidewalk repair cost in Houston?
It depends on how many panels need work, the shape of the base under them, and whether the job needs a permit. Grinding down one small lip costs far less than replacing a full run of panels. We don't post per-foot prices online, because they rarely match a real job. We come out, measure, and give you a written price at no cost.
How thick should a concrete sidewalk be?
Most home sidewalks are about 4 inches thick. Where a sidewalk crosses a driveway, it has to carry cars, so we pour that part to match the thicker driveway slab. Work in the City of Houston right-of-way must follow the City's standard details, and we check those before we set forms.
How long does sidewalk replacement take?
Many home panel replacements take one day, from saw-cutting to the final finish. You can usually walk on new concrete after 24 to 48 hours. Keep cars off any driveway crossing for at least 7 days. Long runs, or jobs that need a permit and inspections, take longer.
Who is responsible for sidewalk repair in Houston?
Inside Houston city limits, the owner of the property next to the sidewalk is responsible for repairs under Chapter 40 of the City's Code of Ordinances. The City builds and replaces some sidewalks through its Sidewalk Program, mainly near schools, along major thoroughfares, and for residents with mobility impairments. Outside those programs, the cost usually falls to the owner.
Do I need a permit to replace a sidewalk in Houston?
Usually, yes. Most sidewalk work goes through a Houston Public Works permit with plan review and inspections. Homeowners replacing panels in front of their own lot, in kind, can use the City's Residential Sidewalk Panel Replacement program instead. It has no fee, but it needs a Notice of Intent before work and a Notice of Completion after. We tell you which path fits during the estimate.
Does the city fix sidewalks in Katy, Sugar Land, or other suburbs?
The rules change from city to city. Katy, Sugar Land, and Conroe maintain public sidewalks in their own right-of-way. In many master-planned and gated areas, an HOA or utility district owns the sidewalks instead. We check who owns the walk before we quote, so you don't pay for work someone else is responsible for.
Who is liable if someone trips on my sidewalk?
It depends on the facts, and we are concrete contractors, not lawyers. In Houston, owners are responsible for keeping the sidewalk next to their property in repair, so a known trip hazard can create risk. Ask your insurance agent or an attorney about your own case. Fixing lifted or broken panels early is the simplest way to lower that risk.
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Call or schedule online with Slabs on Grade today for your free on-site concrete estimate. We reply to every inquiry within one business day.
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