Ballard Concrete Contractor
Ballard's older lots, narrow alleys, and tight backyard setbacks create concrete work that's different from the rest of Seattle. Many homes are pre-WWII Scandinavian craftsman, and the rise in detached ADUs has driven a lot of new patio and slab work in the last few years.
What we do in Ballard
- ADU and DADU foundations, garage slabs, and access pads
- Backyard patios with stamped or exposed-aggregate finishes
- Alley-access driveways that need narrow forms and tight pours
- Front-stoop replacements on craftsman homes along NW 65th and Market
- Garden-wall and raised-planter concrete work for landscaped yards
Ballard sits close enough to Puget Sound that hard freezes are rare, but the constant wet-dry of fall and spring is hard on uncovered surfaces. We use proper joint spacing and surface sealers so patios and walkways don't spall after their first wet winter.
Services available in Ballard
Driveways
New pours, replacements, extensions, and repairs.
Patios
Backyard patios and outdoor living spaces.
Walkways & Stairs
Front walks, garden paths, steps, and stoops.
Retaining Walls
Structural walls for hillsides and yard leveling.
Foundations
Repairs, ADU foundations, and garage slabs.
Repair & Reconditioning
Restore worn concrete without full replacement.
FAQs from Ballard homeowners
Can you pour an ADU foundation in a tight Ballard backyard?
Yes, regularly. Access is the hardest part — we use wheelbarrow and pump-truck setups depending on what the lot allows. We've poured ADU slabs and foundations on lots where the only access is a 3-foot side gate.
Do you do stamped patios in Ballard?
Yes. Stamped and decorative concrete is popular for Ballard backyards because the older bungalows have tight outdoor spaces where the finish matters. We do broom, smooth trowel, exposed aggregate, and stamped patterns. We'll bring samples to the estimate.
How do you handle alley-access driveway pours?
Alley pours are common in Ballard. We use narrower forms, often pump the concrete in from the alley, and pay extra attention to the transition from the alley pavement to the new slab so it doesn't develop a step or a crack later.
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