It’s nothing like an honest person and that’s the kinda person I would love to do business with. Thank you for this video

Thank you for the tips, we are looking to add a slab on the side for additional parking and now I know what to ask for and look for in my quotes.

Take this as a compliment... Enjoyed the video so much, I watched most of it, BUT... since this was 3 years ago, I might as well watch something from the 1950's... Cost on everything is DOUBLE.

Most grateful for your excellent help, thanks!

Thank you. I’m trying to learn about this as a consumer and future real estate developer

Darn good info. Been in my home over 25 years and considering doing concrete. I always go for the highest quality in pricing and work from there.

Good info. You answered a lot of questions for me. Thanks.

Very educational video. Thank you very much!

Thanks for the information, much appreciated.

That is some good honest information. thank you so much.

very helpful thanks so much!

Thanks for the information I really need it

You would be very fortunate to find a good contractor with a good finished project in the 6-8/sf range. I am in the midwest and trying to get 3 contractors that will show up to an estimate and actually provide you with a price is like pulling teeth. The ones who follow through, provide a bid and are there when they say they will be seem to be at $12/sf and above.

Thanks a lot for the info

Thank you for this video

Great information. Thank you.

Great Info. Thanks

Thanks great info

Only thing I'd add to this video is the gravel info under the concrete, and maybe a little on rebar requirements. Thanks!

Great information....

Very helpful👍

Thanks so informative!

Whether you pour concrete for a walkway or patio, a strong gravel base is required . Gravel is especially important in clay soil because it doesn't drain well, which results in water pooling under the concrete slab and slowly eroding the soil as it finally drains.

@marleyharper3261

3 жыл бұрын

instaBlaster.

Thanks for the tips, this is very useful as we are preparing to get a concrete driveway. When I look at some other concrete driveways, I notice it looks like some have sort of chipped in certain places to create “dents” in the surface. It almost looks like it is somehow caused by larger stones of some kind just below the surface of the concrete as these are visible at the bottom of these imperfections. Any ideas what this is and how to avoid it? Thx!

@JJCentral-DIY

3 жыл бұрын

You are basically describing surface degradation or erosion. Getting proper concrete from reputable material supplier is key. Then make sure the slope is good and no water stagnates anywhere. Once poured and dry, soak the driveway for days to cure slowly. Avoid using salt for ice melting or any harsh chemicals to clean down the years. It should last you fro decades without degradation.

I like 👍 the video brother

What about controlling the water in the concrete during the curing process?

Thanks for this information. But how do I go about choosing a Concrete Driveway contractor?

Do you do take Contracter for Custmer?

What mix ratio did you use here?

I just bought a house here in the city and I would like to know if anyone can repair and patch concrete surfaces on my driveway??

Estimates I'm getting to remove and replace 600 sq. ft. driveway in SE VA are right around $7-$8, so your numbers are what I'm seeing.

@JJCentral-DIY

3 жыл бұрын

Good to know that I am right on the ball park. Thanks.

Where I live they’re getting 20-25 thousand

Need you guys in maryland

Thanks for the video. Good info. I'm looking to do driveway extension. I will have around 380 sft. What state are you in? Saw one video here where the guy said about $5 per sft.

@JJCentral-DIY

3 жыл бұрын

It certainly depends on the size and region. 380 sq ft is not that much so the price per sq ft will be slightly more than $5 per sqft based on general North East estimates. Your region may vary.

@JoseChavez-xh5gk

3 жыл бұрын

5$ a sq ft you’re making no profit this price is disingenuous...

@DA-gw1ft

3 жыл бұрын

That concrete job looked like 💩

Great info! I’m in a process of replacing my driveway and getting estimates. Would you recommend concrete mix that is wire mesh and fiber mesh reinforced with Expansion and control joints or rebar?

@JJCentral-DIY

3 жыл бұрын

That is absolutely fine for a residential driveway. Most people just go with fiber mesh and that itself handles well. Wire mesh is a big plus, Rebar mesh would be even better if your driveway is going to see commercial trucks driving constantly on it.

@al3530

2 жыл бұрын

@@JJCentral-DIY how much did you pay for the driveway permit?

@JJCentral-DIY

2 жыл бұрын

@@al3530 where I live it's 30 dollars for grading permit and foundation/concrete inspection.

@al3530

2 жыл бұрын

@@JJCentral-DIY thanks for your reply. I live in Oxon Hill Md. how come the contractor told me the permit costs $1000. Im new to this and I appreciate your feedback.

@kendal4452

2 жыл бұрын

@@al3530 😳

Can you do this over old asphalt (without removing it)

@JJCentral-DIY

3 жыл бұрын

Not recommended due to asphalt expansion that will crack the concrete. You need to remove the asphalt which is not that bad in comparison to removing concrete.

Now when you bud by Sqft are you bidding mud, and all materials in there? Or is sqft just labor?

@JJCentral-DIY

3 жыл бұрын

That's everything (materials and labor) except the labor and disposal of removing asphalt if needed. Again the sqft is accurate above 300 sqft. Anything smaller you can't go by sqft.

Where you guys located?

From Los Angeles, I am having a drive way done for $11, most quoted me $13.5 to $22 :-(

@Kenny-bj2zq

2 жыл бұрын

Lol every thing is more expensive in Cali hence why everyone is moving out

Can I request a break test

Thanks man really helps out!! Cause I'm wanting my drive way done an it gonna cost me like $3,200 total to have 10 yards of concrete put out an done for my driveway but it's 3,000 psi an they said they were doing only 3inch deep is that good enough? Like that or cause I'm not sure sence u said it needed to be 4 to 5 inch deep?

@JJCentral-DIY

3 жыл бұрын

I would offer them a little more in exchange for 4 inch. you will thank yourself down the line. 4 inch can withstand bigger vehicles and prevents easy cracking.

@cheshstyles

3 жыл бұрын

Who ever puts in a 3 inch driveway needs to get slapped. They bullshitted you fuck those guys

@KnuckleHeadGarage27

3 жыл бұрын

@@cheshstyles yeah.... actually had 4inch an but I ended up paying about close to almost $5,000 for it . To much to explain but definitely pissed off an wasn't suppsed to been that much but driveway was tore all up so I couldn't leave it like that so I had to pay it .😡🙄

@KnuckleHeadGarage27

3 жыл бұрын

Also it was a truck that mixed the stuff as it came out of the truck . An not the tyoe trucks that had it mixed already that had the round looking thing that spins when they drive it or pour it out .

hey. ia mcurious. i had a quote last year in october 2022 to do a small area of my driveway for 3500 dollars, i was unable to do anything before winter and i am ready to go again. how much would i expect this to increase now in May of 2023

@JJCentral-DIY

Жыл бұрын

Concrete prices and labor didn't change from Oct 2022 till now. It was higher during pandemic and is little lower now.

@Johnadams20760

Жыл бұрын

@@JJCentral-DIY oh ok. iust wanted to know so that when the guy calls me back soon i will know how much it may have changed. i mean not sure if labor prices would change necessarily. but i assume that is all part of it. thanks!

You never mentioned grading. Is grading a very important step in concreting process

What’s the name of the company

Any recommendations for north nj area?

@JJCentral-DIY

Жыл бұрын

Sorry not familiar in that area

@goovitoo

Жыл бұрын

@@JJCentral-DIY There real expensive around here

No way you can find prices like that here in Southern California

you forgot to factor in the profit for the business

Had a contractor price laying asphalt for a 1200sqft driveway $6-7k. Ridiculous!

@JJCentral-DIY

3 ай бұрын

For that price you might as well go with concrete. Less maintenance.

@Kiddro22

3 ай бұрын

@@JJCentral-DIY exactly!

You didn't mention permits, 'locates'.

@shiftstart

2 жыл бұрын

Most driveways do not require a permit if it doesn’t impact water and gas.

@rekster11

Жыл бұрын

I live in central TX. My city requires permits for concrete work. Cost $70. They also have to come out an inspect before the pour occurs. Downside is it’s a waiting game with them.

I got a bid of 90k, I'm asking for more that a driveway, how can we chat ... that is how much my house cost

@JJCentral-DIY

Жыл бұрын

What is the square footage of your pad and how thick? Which state or region you live? You can contact me using the email listed on the channel

I think your info. Is misleading. Just the removal and grading process will cost 8.00 Sq not to even mention the cost to properly replace the concrete

That looks like a $6 sqft job! If you can’t afford to replace your driveway then you shouldn’t do it, be prepared that you get what you paid for and make sure they carry the mandatory insurances and license. What all you homeowners don’t understand, is that legit contractors have to pay a lot of taxes and GL, Auto and workers comp insurances which is very expensive! Min. $12sqft. to R&R a driveway.

@momigi4

3 жыл бұрын

Lol

@phila5971

3 жыл бұрын

The joints do not prevent cracking... concrete will always crack.... joints control cracking

@blackfordajable

2 жыл бұрын

He did say someone like you was going to comment!

@CompleteConcrete

5 ай бұрын

You definitely pay for what you get! Those prices or quality wouldn't fly in my city.

That's highway robbery.... what city is this

You have no idea what your talking about, those guys don't know how to do it right at all. Sure you got yourself a new driveway but going with the cheapest bid gives you crap results. it might look good to you, but man the techniques they were using were not that great and they were all over with there screeding. You have a good idea of what should be expected but you were blind hiring those guys.

I can always tell when NO PE CE stamped the design drawings. Driveways are poured in sections, NOT continuous slab. This baby will crack

I just bought a house here in the city and I would like to know if anyone can repair and patch concrete surfaces on my driveway??

@JJCentral-DIY

3 жыл бұрын

Patching concrete is not a normal easy job, any patching and surface coat needs extreme bonding promotion and can only be done with special type of Mix like Flo-coat or Re-cap. Good luck.