Concrete Contractor

DIRTROCK DALLAS is a residential and commercial concrete contractor based in Rockwall, TX, serving homeowners across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. We install new concrete driveways, remove and replace old ones, and handle concrete demolition with full debris hauling. We are veteran-owned, family-owned, and carry $1M in general liability coverage on every job.

If you need a concrete contractor in Dallas who actually preps the ground before pouring, you are in the right place.

What We Do: Residential Concrete Services in Dallas

Most concrete contractors show up, build forms, pour mud, and leave. That works fine if the ground underneath is already solid. But in North Texas? The soil shifts. Clay expands when it rains and shrinks in drought. If nobody compacts and grades the base properly before the pour, you end up with cracks, settling, and a driveway that looks five years old after two summers.

That is the part we do differently.

DIRTROCK DALLAS is an excavation company first. We run commercial-grade compaction and grading equipment on every residential job. The base underneath your concrete gets the same treatment we give commercial building pads and parking lots. Proper subgrade prep, proper compaction, proper drainage slope. Then we pour.

Here is what falls under our residential concrete work:

• Driveway installation across three finish tiers (standard, stamped, premium stamped)
• Driveway removal and replacement for cracked, settled, or outdated slabs
• Concrete demolition and debris hauling for teardowns, remodels, and lot clearing

We serve homeowners across Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Garland, Mesquite, Irving, Arlington, and surrounding cities. Our HQ is in Rockwall, right off I-30.

Concrete Driveway Pricing: Three Tiers

We price residential driveway work by the square foot. The cost depends on the thickness of the slab, the type of finish, and whether you want decorative patterns or color. Below are the three tiers we offer.

Standard Poured Concrete: $7 to $10 per Square Foot

This is a traditional broom-finish driveway. Four inches thick with rebar reinforcement. Clean lines, solid pour, proper drainage pitch. It is the most common choice for homeowners who want a durable driveway without decorative finishes.

A 600-square-foot driveway at this tier runs roughly $4,200 to $6,000 before site prep.

Stamped and Decorative Concrete: $10 to $15 per Square Foot

Single-color stamped patterns that mimic stone, brick, or tile. The slab is poured at four to five inches thick with rebar. You get the look of a more expensive material without the maintenance headaches of pavers or natural stone.

That same 600-square-foot driveway comes in around $6,000 to $9,000 at this tier.

Premium Stamped Concrete: $15 to $21 per Square Foot

Multi-color patterns with a six-inch-thick slab, rebar reinforcement, and a double-seal finish coat. This is the top end of residential driveway work. The extra thickness and sealing add longevity, and the multi-color application gives it depth that single-color stamps cannot match.

A 600-square-foot premium driveway runs $9,000 to $12,600.

Note: All three tiers include rebar. Pricing does not include demolition and removal of an existing driveway. If your old slab needs to come out first, we quote that separately based on square footage and haul distance.

Concrete Demolition and Removal

Old driveways, broken sidewalks, abandoned slabs, failed patios. If there is concrete on your property that needs to go, we break it up and haul it out.

Our demolition crews use hydraulic breakers and skid steers to remove concrete efficiently without tearing up the surrounding yard more than necessary. Debris gets loaded and hauled same-day on most residential jobs. We do not leave piles of broken concrete sitting on your property for a week.

This service also pairs with driveway replacement. If your existing driveway is cracked, heaving, or sinking, we can demo the old slab, regrade and compact the base, and pour new concrete in a single project scope. One crew, one contractor, one invoice.

Why the Ground Under Your Concrete Matters More Than the Concrete Itself

Here is something most homeowners do not hear from their concrete contractor: a four-inch slab of properly mixed concrete is only as good as what it sits on.

If the subgrade is not compacted, the slab settles unevenly. If the grade is wrong, water pools against your foundation instead of draining away from it. If there is organic material left in the fill, it decomposes and creates voids underneath. The concrete does not fail. The ground fails, and the concrete goes with it.

DIRTROCK DALLAS is an excavation and site preparation company. We do subgrade prep on commercial building pads, parking lots, and TxDOT projects. When we pour a residential driveway, we apply the same process:

• Strip and remove topsoil, organics, and unstable material down to solid native soil
• Import and place proper base material (typically flex base or crushed limestone)
• Compact in lifts using plate compactors or rollers to meet density specs
• Grade to drainage so water runs away from structures, not toward them

That is four steps most residential concrete contractors skip or shortcut. It is the difference between a driveway that lasts 25 years and one that cracks in three.

Additional Residential Concrete Services

EDITORIAL FLAG: UNCONFIRMED SERVICES The following services have not been confirmed by Bobby as active offerings. Do not publish this section without client approval. If approved, each could become its own subsection or even a standalone service page depending on search volume.

• Flatwork: Patios, sidewalks, garage floors, and other flat concrete pours beyond driveways.
• Concrete pads: Equipment pads, shed foundations, hot tub pads, and similar small slab work.
• Foundation work: Footings, stem walls, and slab-on-grade foundations for new residential construction.

If these are confirmed, this section should expand with brief descriptions and tie into the subgrade prep differentiator. Flatwork and pads are natural upsells for homeowners already getting driveway work done.

Licensed, Insured, and Veteran-Owned

DIRTROCK DALLAS is a veteran-owned and family-owned company headquartered in Rockwall, Texas. Bobby Davis founded the company and brings the discipline and project management rigor that comes from military service to every job site.

We carry:

• $1,000,000 in commercial/general liability insurance
• $2,000,000 aggregate coverage
• $1,000,000 in workers compensation
• $500,000 in auto coverage

Our NAICS code is 238910 (Site Preparation Contractors) and our SIC is 1794 (Excavation Work). We have completed projects for TxDOT and work alongside general contractors on commercial builds throughout Texas.

We hold a 4.9-star Google rating. You can read our reviews here.

Serving Homeowners Across Dallas-Fort Worth

Our office is at 3920 Interstate 30, Rockwall, Texas 75032. We serve residential concrete customers throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, including:

Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Garland, Mesquite, Irving, Arlington, Rockwall, Rowlett, Sachse, Wylie, Murphy, Allen, Richardson, Grand Prairie, Cedar Hill, DeSoto, and Duncanville.

If you are not sure whether your address falls in our service area, call us at (214) 444-8825 or send us your plans and we will let you know.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a concrete driveway cost in Dallas?

A standard broom-finish concrete driveway in Dallas typically costs $7 to $10 per square foot. Stamped concrete runs $10 to $15, and premium multi-color stamped driveways range from $15 to $21 per square foot. Final cost depends on the size of the driveway, the finish you choose, and whether the old slab needs to be removed first.

How long does a concrete driveway last in Texas?

A properly installed concrete driveway with correct subgrade preparation and rebar reinforcement lasts 25 to 30 years in the DFW climate. The biggest factor in longevity is not the concrete mix. It is whether the base underneath was compacted and graded correctly before the pour.

Do I need to remove my old driveway before pouring a new one?

In most cases, yes. Pouring new concrete over an old, cracked, or settled slab creates bonding problems and uneven surfaces. We recommend full removal, base regrading, and a fresh pour. DIRTROCK DALLAS handles demolition, hauling, subgrade prep, and the new pour as a single project.

What is the difference between stamped concrete and regular concrete?

Regular concrete uses a broom finish for traction and is the most affordable option. Stamped concrete is pressed with patterns during the curing process to mimic the look of stone, brick, or tile. It costs more due to the additional labor and materials involved, but requires less maintenance than pavers or natural stone.

How long does it take to pour a residential driveway?

Most residential driveway pours take one to three days depending on size, demolition needs, and weather conditions. The concrete itself needs at least seven days to cure before you drive on it, and 28 days to reach full strength.

Why does subgrade preparation matter for concrete work?

North Texas clay soil expands when wet and contracts when dry. If the subgrade is not properly compacted and graded, the soil movement causes the concrete to crack, heave, or settle unevenly. Proper base preparation eliminates voids and creates a stable platform that supports the slab long-term.

Does DIRTROCK DALLAS pull permits for concrete work?

Permit requirements vary by city. Some Dallas-area municipalities require permits for driveway replacements or new pours, especially if the work affects the public right-of-way or drainage. We will let you know during the quoting process whether your project needs a permit and handle the logistics.

What areas do you serve for residential concrete?

We serve the entire Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex from our headquarters in Rockwall, TX. That includes Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Garland, Mesquite, Irving, Arlington, and surrounding suburbs.

Are you licensed and insured?

Yes. DIRTROCK DALLAS carries $1M in general liability, $2M aggregate, $1M workers comp, and $500K auto insurance. We are also veteran-owned and family-owned.

Can I use your cubic yard calculator to estimate my project?

Yes. We have a planning resources page with a cubic yard calculator that covers concrete, fill dirt, gravel, and other materials. It will give you a rough volume estimate before you contact us for a quote.

Get a Quote From DIRTROCK DALLAS

You already know the driveway needs work. The next step is a quote.

Tell us the square footage, the finish you want, and whether the old slab needs to come out. We will get back to you with a number. No pressure, no runaround.