Our team is passionate & professional and committed to providing the absolute best experience for our clients. Our obsession over cost, schedule, safety, and quality ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget, and with impeccable attention to detail. From beginning to end of every project, our goal is to bring every aspect and detail of our clients concept to reality. We believe that strong communication, integrity, organization and honesty are the principles that have given us such a trusted reputation in a competitive industry. We are proud of the work that we do, and passionate about bringing visions to life. Give us a call today!
"Highly recommend."
Jennifer M on May 2021
Our team is passionate & professional and committed to providing the absolute best experience for our clients. Our obsession over cost, schedule, safety, and quality ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget, and with impeccable attention to detail. From beginning to end of every project, our goal is to bring every aspect and detail of our clients concept to reality. We believe that strong communication, integrity, organization and honesty are the principles that have given us such a trusted reputation in a competitive industry. We are proud of the work that we do, and passionate about bringing visions to life. Give us a call today!
"Highly recommend."
Jennifer M on May 2021
Master Services is your local, certified basement, crawl space, and foundation repair specialists. They specialize in professional services that improve the health and functionality of your below-grade space: Basement Waterproofing Crawl Space Repair Sump Pumps Foundation Repair Concrete Lifting and Leveling Humidity and Mold Control We will make your basement, crawl space, and foundation safe and usable. With free, no obligation estimates, patented products, and lifetime warranties you can rest assured we have the best solution available on the market to fix your problems permanently.
"5 fails in one job, didn't even listen on what the problem was. Then raised the wrong floor, probably damaged the house. [*** Link removed ***]"
Shane B on August 2024
Master Services is your local, certified basement, crawl space, and foundation repair specialists. They specialize in professional services that improve the health and functionality of your below-grade space: Basement Waterproofing Crawl Space Repair Sump Pumps Foundation Repair Concrete Lifting and Leveling Humidity and Mold Control We will make your basement, crawl space, and foundation safe and usable. With free, no obligation estimates, patented products, and lifetime warranties you can rest assured we have the best solution available on the market to fix your problems permanently.
"5 fails in one job, didn't even listen on what the problem was. Then raised the wrong floor, probably damaged the house. [*** Link removed ***]"
Shane B on August 2024
We specialize in residential hardscape design and installation. Whether you have a blank slate or you would like to enhance your yard's features, we are the company you have been looking for! Do you dream of an inviting grill area and entertaining patio? What about a beautiful walkway, fire pit or outdoor fireplace? We provide excellent service at extremely competitive rates throughout the Raleigh/Durham area. We take pride in our work and it shows from our work ethic to the final result! A beautiful yard is possible, let us help! Nicolas' Hardscapes & Drainage has been servicing the Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill areas for over 10 years. The company is owned and operated by Nicolas. We specialize in hardscape, drainage & grading design projects at extremely reasonable prices to meet your budget and needs. We warranty our hardscaping! Are you in the military or a veteran? Ask us about our military discount.**please note we do not pour or work with concrete.**
"Great job on retaining wall stairs, exterior lighting and excavation and stone drainage base for built up garden install"
andrew s on May 2025
We specialize in residential hardscape design and installation. Whether you have a blank slate or you would like to enhance your yard's features, we are the company you have been looking for! Do you dream of an inviting grill area and entertaining patio? What about a beautiful walkway, fire pit or outdoor fireplace? We provide excellent service at extremely competitive rates throughout the Raleigh/Durham area. We take pride in our work and it shows from our work ethic to the final result! A beautiful yard is possible, let us help! Nicolas' Hardscapes & Drainage has been servicing the Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill areas for over 10 years. The company is owned and operated by Nicolas. We specialize in hardscape, drainage & grading design projects at extremely reasonable prices to meet your budget and needs. We warranty our hardscaping! Are you in the military or a veteran? Ask us about our military discount.**please note we do not pour or work with concrete.**
"Great job on retaining wall stairs, exterior lighting and excavation and stone drainage base for built up garden install"
andrew s on May 2025
We specialize in masonry and concrete services: repairs, pouring, leveling, driveways, decorative concrete, stamped concrete, walkways, patios, retaining walls, foundation, epoxy, pool decks and more. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"They poured a cement slab for me and it went well. He asked me to leave a review that day, so I did (a very good one) He never came back to take off the wood framing. I contacted him and he apologized and stated he would be there the next day. However, he never showed up and blocked me. I tried contacting him several ways and he will not respond. Several days later I found a bunch of the leftover cement that they dumped on the vacant property next door to me. VERY UNPROFESSIONAL!"
Nancy M on November 2024
We specialize in masonry and concrete services: repairs, pouring, leveling, driveways, decorative concrete, stamped concrete, walkways, patios, retaining walls, foundation, epoxy, pool decks and more. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"They poured a cement slab for me and it went well. He asked me to leave a review that day, so I did (a very good one) He never came back to take off the wood framing. I contacted him and he apologized and stated he would be there the next day. However, he never showed up and blocked me. I tried contacting him several ways and he will not respond. Several days later I found a bunch of the leftover cement that they dumped on the vacant property next door to me. VERY UNPROFESSIONAL!"
Nancy M on November 2024
Family own, over 15 years experience. We are serving you and treating you like FAMILY. We do from small to large jobs. Our goal is to give you what you ask and 110% more.
"Sam and his crew were excellent. They were very professional and polite. They worked hard and thorough. Sam was very attentive to making sure the job was done correctly and done the way that I wanted. He had great communication. We had to battle the elements with a major rainstorm that came through, but they were very adaptable and adjusted to ensure the job was completed properly. I will be using them again for other projects, and I will be recommending them to others."
Isaac B on December 2024
Family own, over 15 years experience. We are serving you and treating you like FAMILY. We do from small to large jobs. Our goal is to give you what you ask and 110% more.
"Sam and his crew were excellent. They were very professional and polite. They worked hard and thorough. Sam was very attentive to making sure the job was done correctly and done the way that I wanted. He had great communication. We had to battle the elements with a major rainstorm that came through, but they were very adaptable and adjusted to ensure the job was completed properly. I will be using them again for other projects, and I will be recommending them to others."
Isaac B on December 2024
We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry.
"Excellent! Would hire them again in a heart beat."
Rick G on April 2025
We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry.
"Excellent! Would hire them again in a heart beat."
Rick G on April 2025
Hammon-Chap Concrete specializes in high quality concrete solutions tailored to meet the needs of our clients. We provide a range of services including residential and commercial concrete pouring and decorative finishes and some repair services. If you are looking to enhance your property, our skilled team is dedicated to delivering exceptional results that stand the test of time. Trust Hammon-Chap for professional services that elevate and enhance your space. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!
"Everything went perfectly, better than expected. Tony jokes about being a good communicator but he goes beyond in terms of making sure that we got exactly what we wanted. His prices were extremely competitive and he made sure that the job was completed very quickly. He and his family have over 30 years of experience in concrete and I had the pleasure meeting all of them in the process Not only would I hire him again but I would recommend him to anyone."
David F on March 2025
Hammon-Chap Concrete specializes in high quality concrete solutions tailored to meet the needs of our clients. We provide a range of services including residential and commercial concrete pouring and decorative finishes and some repair services. If you are looking to enhance your property, our skilled team is dedicated to delivering exceptional results that stand the test of time. Trust Hammon-Chap for professional services that elevate and enhance your space. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!
"Everything went perfectly, better than expected. Tony jokes about being a good communicator but he goes beyond in terms of making sure that we got exactly what we wanted. His prices were extremely competitive and he made sure that the job was completed very quickly. He and his family have over 30 years of experience in concrete and I had the pleasure meeting all of them in the process Not only would I hire him again but I would recommend him to anyone."
David F on March 2025
Specialized in •Driveway •Patios •Sidewalks •Slabs and MORE! FREE ESTIMATES! Fully insured! Hablo Español!
"Fantastic job! 1 day to rip up and haul away! They prob could have done the tear out and pour but we had a rain delay so done in 2 days! Would highly recommend them!"
Mike A on May 2024
Specialized in •Driveway •Patios •Sidewalks •Slabs and MORE! FREE ESTIMATES! Fully insured! Hablo Español!
"Fantastic job! 1 day to rip up and haul away! They prob could have done the tear out and pour but we had a rain delay so done in 2 days! Would highly recommend them!"
Mike A on May 2024
We specialize in regular and stamped concrete work, stone veneer, firepit, fireplace, pavers, synthetic grass, brick, block, and much more!! We take the time to do even the smallest detail of the project so that it is of quality As a worker, I have more than 20 years of experience in the construction industry,
"Came out immediately with an estimate. Explain things in detail to me highly recommend recommended."
Shawn C on April 2025
We specialize in regular and stamped concrete work, stone veneer, firepit, fireplace, pavers, synthetic grass, brick, block, and much more!! We take the time to do even the smallest detail of the project so that it is of quality As a worker, I have more than 20 years of experience in the construction industry,
"Came out immediately with an estimate. Explain things in detail to me highly recommend recommended."
Shawn C on April 2025
Carolina Pinewood LLC specializes in large land management and landscaping projects. We are owner operated, focused on detail and dedicated to our customers. We are Veteran Owned and Operated and focused on Quality. Please call us or click for an estimate today! For soil, stone, and mulch deliveries the minimum amount we are able to deliver is 17 tons. We do not offer smaller residential deliveries.
"Felipe was extremely professional, gave multiple options for clearing an acre of land. Highly recommended to anyone, and we will be using Carolina Pinewood for our future excavations projects."
Mitchell V on November 2024
Carolina Pinewood LLC specializes in large land management and landscaping projects. We are owner operated, focused on detail and dedicated to our customers. We are Veteran Owned and Operated and focused on Quality. Please call us or click for an estimate today! For soil, stone, and mulch deliveries the minimum amount we are able to deliver is 17 tons. We do not offer smaller residential deliveries.
"Felipe was extremely professional, gave multiple options for clearing an acre of land. Highly recommended to anyone, and we will be using Carolina Pinewood for our future excavations projects."
Mitchell V on November 2024
Think of cement as the glue and concrete as the finished product. Cement is a powdered mix of heated limestone and clay. When you blend that powder with water, sand, and gravel, it hardens into concrete—the strong, durable material used for driveways, patios, and foundations. In other words, every concrete slab contains cement, but cement on its own isn’t strong enough for a driveway.
The price to install an asphalt driveway is $7 to $13 per square foot, slightly less than concrete. However, asphalt requires more maintenance than concrete and does not last as long. This shortened lifespan and increased need for maintenance make concrete a more economical choice in the long term, but ultimately, the choice is up to each consumer.
Most residential driveways do fine with a four‑inch slab. If you’ll park heavy trucks or RVs, bumping up to six or even eight inches adds strength and wards off cracks. Thicker concrete costs more up front, but it can save you repair bills later by standing up to bigger loads and freeze‑thaw stress.
Concrete driveways and asphalt driveways differ in material composition and performance. A concrete driveway is engineered for lasting durability and versatile design options, while an asphalt driveway is more economical initially, yet demands increased maintenance over time. Concrete surfaces provide extensive aesthetic choices and an extended lifespan, making them a strong investment for high-traffic areas.
A concrete driveway endures for 25 to 30 years with proper maintenance and installation. A concrete driveway lasts long because its durable composition and robust construction provide excellent resistance to wear and weather. High-quality installation, regular cleaning, and timely sealing all contribute to extending its lifespan and maintaining performance over decades.