Concrete Sidewalks & Walkways

Why Concrete for Sidewalks and Walkways

Concrete remains the top choice for sidewalks because it provides the right combination of safety, durability, and cost-effectiveness. Here is what makes concrete walkways the smart choice for Marion homeowners:

• •ADA compliance: Concrete walkways meet accessibility standards with proper slopes and smooth surfaces
• •All-weather traction: Broom finishes and textured surfaces provide grip in rain, snow, and ice
• •Low maintenance: Concrete sidewalks need minimal upkeep compared to brick pavers or natural stone
• •Versatile design: Create straight paths, curved walkways, or decorative borders to match your landscape
• •Long lifespan: Properly installed concrete walkways last 25-30 years with minimal repairs

Types of Walkways We Install

Public Sidewalks

Many Marion neighborhoods require homeowners to maintain the sidewalk in front of their property. We handle public sidewalk replacement and repairs that meet local codes and match the existing sections. Our work includes proper width, thickness, and expansion joints to prevent future cracking.

Front Entry Walkways

Your front walkway creates the first impression of your home. We install entry walks that combine safety with curb appeal, using finishes that complement your home's style. Whether you want a simple straight path or a curved design with decorative borders, we create walkways that welcome guests and add value.

Backyard Garden Paths

Garden paths and backyard walkways connect different areas of your outdoor space. We design paths that work with your landscaping and provide stable footing through garden beds, around pools, or to storage sheds. These can be standard concrete or decorative stamped concrete to match your patio or other hardscaping.

Our Installation Process

Every walkway project starts with proper planning. We evaluate your site for drainage issues, existing utilities, and grade changes that affect the design. Then we excavate to the correct depth and install a compacted gravel base for stability and drainage.

Forms are set to the proper width and height, ensuring the walkway slopes away from buildings for water runoff. We pour concrete in sections with control joints every 4-5 feet to manage natural expansion and contraction. The surface finish depends on your needs - we typically use a broom finish for traction, but smooth trowel or exposed aggregate are also popular options.

After finishing, we protect the concrete during the initial cure and remove forms once the concrete reaches sufficient strength. The result is a walkway that looks great, provides safe passage, and stands up to Marion weather year after year. Our concrete flatwork expertise ensures every walkway meets both functional and aesthetic goals.