Adrian's older brick and frame homes sit on flat clay ground that shifts and settles, cracking driveways and heaving walkways year after year. Ann Arbor Concrete knows this ground, and we know how to fix it right.
Homeowners and property managers in Adrian (49221) call us when their front steps have sunk, their driveway is cracked from freeze-thaw cycles, or their sidewalk has buckled under the weight of soil movement. We've spent years working on the same kind of properties and terrain that define your neighborhood, and we show up ready to solve the problem, not just patch it.
Concrete in Adrian (49221)
Adrian sits on glacial clay till, the same heavy, water-holding ground that runs under much of the west and south side of Ann Arbor. That clay heaves in winter when frost pushes down past three feet, and it settles unevenly in spring. Your driveway doesn't fail because of poor work somewhere; it fails because the ground underneath moves. We see it constantly: cracked slabs, settled walkways, sunken garage floors, and driveways that have buckled at the joints. Narrow lots, alley garages, big mature trees with root systems that lift concrete, and decades of road salt all add to the wear.
We've been working on Adrian properties and the surrounding Ann Arbor area long enough to understand these conditions. We know which repairs will hold and which ones are just buying time. When we recommend concrete leveling and slab lifting instead of full replacement, or when we suggest a thicker base and proper drainage for a new driveway, we're speaking from real experience on ground just like yours.
Our services in Adrian
- Concrete Driveways in Adrian · New concrete driveway installation and full driveway replacement built to last…
- Concrete Patios in Adrian · Custom concrete patios that expand your outdoor living space and add lasting…
- Stamped & Decorative Concrete in Adrian · Stamped, stained, and exposed aggregate finishes that replicate stone, brick…
- Concrete Repair & Resurfacing in Adrian · Repair of cracked, spalling, or worn concrete and full resurfacing to restore…
- Concrete Leveling & Slab Lifting in Adrian · Lifting and leveling of sunken or uneven concrete driveways, patios…
- Concrete Slabs & Foundations in Adrian · Poured concrete slabs and footings for garages, sheds, room additions…
- Sidewalks, Walkways & Steps in Adrian · New and replacement sidewalks, walkways, and steps…
- Concrete Pool Decks in Adrian · Slip-resistant pool decks in broom, textured…
- Concrete Sealing in Adrian · Professional sealing that protects concrete from stains, moisture…
- Concrete Removal & Replacement in Adrian · Full tear-out and haul-away of old, cracked…
- Garage Floors in Adrian · Poured and finished concrete garage floor slabs for new builds, replacements…
- Polished Concrete in Adrian · Mechanically ground and polished concrete floors with a smooth…
How a Job Works in Adrian
We start with a free on-site visit. We look at the crack pattern, check how much the slab has settled, probe the soil and drainage, and ask about what you've noticed and when. We take photos and measurements, and we explain what we see in plain terms. Most Adrian properties have tight lot access or alley garages, so we talk through how we'll get equipment in and out and where we'll stage materials.
The work itself depends on the job. A concrete leveling project on a settled driveway might take a day; a full removal and replacement takes longer and requires coordination with the City of Adrian for any necessary permits. We handle the permitting. We show up on schedule, do the work clean, and we don't leave your property torn up. When we're done, we sweep, haul away debris, and walk through the job with you so you know what was done and what to expect as the concrete cures.
Cleanup and final walkthrough matter. You should be able to use your driveway or patio the same day we finish, and you should know how to care for it going forward.
Concrete repair and resurfacing in Adrian typically run from $3 to $7 per square foot, depending on how deep the damage goes and what the ground looks like underneath. Concrete leveling and slab lifting, which we do often here, start around $4 per square foot. A new driveway or patio runs $6 per square foot for basic work, and more if you want stamped or decorative finishes. A full removal and replacement, common on older Adrian properties where the base has failed, starts at $7 per square foot. The biggest cost factors are the size of the area, how hard it is to reach with equipment, what condition the ground is in, and how fast you need it done. Call us at (734) 249-8552 for a free estimate. We'll give you a realistic number based on your specific property and what we see on site.
