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Serving South Kingstown, RI and surrounding areas. (401) 269-0329
South Kingstown Concrete builds driveways, patios, foundations, and more for homeowners across Washington County. We know Rhode Island winters, local permits, and coastal soil conditions - and we do the work right the first time.
South Kingstown Concrete is a locally owned concrete contractor serving South Kingstown, RI and 11 surrounding communities. We handle 16 concrete services - from driveways and patios to slab foundations and retaining walls - using mixes and methods built for coastal New England winters. Every project starts with a free on-site estimate and a written quote before any work begins.
Old driveway cracking every spring? A new concrete driveway handles decades of Rhode Island freeze-thaw cycles and heavy traffic.
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No usable outdoor space? A poured concrete patio gives you a stable, low-maintenance place to gather from May through October.
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Want the look of stone or brick without the shifting joints? Stamped concrete delivers that finish as a single solid slab.
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Uneven, heaving walkways are a tripping hazard. A new concrete sidewalk stays level and safe through years of coastal winters.
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Dusty, crumbling garage floor? A fresh concrete pour gives you a clean, durable surface that handles vehicles and heavy loads.
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Plain gray concrete does not have to be the only option. Decorative finishes add color and texture that hold up outdoors.
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Sloped yard losing soil to erosion? A concrete retaining wall holds the grade and adds usable flat space to your property.
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Interior concrete floors are durable, easy to clean, and can be finished to suit any room from basement to workshop.
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Cracked or slippery pool surround? A resurfaced or new concrete pool deck improves safety and extends your outdoor season.
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Broken or sinking front steps are a safety risk. New concrete steps hold up through frost season and welcome guests safely.
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A properly poured slab foundation is the most critical pour on any project - it supports everything that comes after.
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New build or addition? We pour foundations built to handle Rhode Island soil conditions and the local building code.
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Asphalt parking lot deteriorating? Concrete holds up better under heavy traffic and lasts two to three times as long.
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Footings are the structural base for any addition, garage, or retaining wall. Depth and placement matter more than anything.
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Foundation settling or sinking? Raising restores structural integrity and keeps water from working into your basement.
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Precise cutting for utility access, drainage work, or slab modifications - done cleanly without damaging surrounding concrete.
Learn MoreReach out by phone or through our contact form and tell us what you need. We respond within 1 business day and schedule a free on-site visit at a time that works for you. No pressure, no commitment - just a conversation about your project.
At the site visit, we measure the area, check soil and drainage conditions, and review what needs to come out first. You receive a written estimate covering all costs - removal, base prep, pour, finishing, and cleanup. Nothing is left vague or to discover later.
Once you approve the estimate, we handle permits with South Kingstown's Building Department and schedule your start date. The crew shows up on time, completes the work, and cleans up before leaving. We walk you through the finished project and cover care instructions before we go.
We are registered with the Rhode Island Contractors Registration and Licensing Board and carry full liability and workers compensation coverage on every project.
Every estimate is free, on-site, and written. You get a detailed breakdown of costs before signing anything. We respond within 1 business day and never push for a fast decision.
We are a local South Kingstown business, not a franchise. We know the local soil conditions, permit requirements, and the concrete mix specs that Rhode Island winters demand.
Your written estimate covers everything - removal, base prep, pour, finishing, and cleanup. If something unexpected comes up during the job, we talk to you before doing anything that changes the price.
Ready to get started? Call (401) 269-0329 or send us a message.
"They replaced our driveway in early June and finished in two days, right on schedule. The pour looks clean, the edges are straight, and it has held up perfectly through its first winter. No cracking, no issues - just a solid driveway."
Daniel P., Wakefield - Concrete driveway building
"We had a stamped concrete patio poured last summer and it has completely changed how we use our backyard. The crew was professional, they handled the permit with the town, and the surface still looks the way it did on day one. Very pleased."
Karen M., Narragansett - Stamped concrete services
"Our front steps had been heaving for years and were becoming a real hazard. The new concrete steps are level, well-finished, and I do not have to worry about them anymore. The crew cleaned up completely before leaving - no mess, no leftover debris."
Robert T., Kingston - Concrete steps construction
We respond within 1 business day - no waiting around. There is no obligation for requesting an estimate. After you submit the form, someone from our office will call to schedule a free on-site visit so we can see your project in person before giving you a written quote.
(401) 269-0329South Kingstown Concrete serves 12 communities across Washington County and beyond - including Narragansett, Wakefield, North Kingstown, and Westerly. We can typically schedule an on-site estimate within the same week for most of our service area. If you're outside South Kingstown, call us and we'll let you know if your town is covered.
Concrete outlasts asphalt significantly in freeze-thaw climates like coastal Rhode Island - typically 30 to 50 years versus 15 to 20 for asphalt. Asphalt softens in summer heat and requires resurfacing every several years; concrete holds its structure with basic sealing.
Freeze-thaw cracking happens when water enters small surface pores, freezes, and expands - pushing concrete apart from inside. The fix is a combination of the right concrete mix, a properly compacted base, control joints, and sealing before each winter. The Portland Cement Association has detailed guidance on cold-weather concrete practices.
Most new concrete patios, driveways, and sidewalks require a permit from South Kingstown's Building Department - especially when attached to the home or adjacent to the road. Permitted work is inspected and protects your home's value at resale.
Salt air near Narragansett Bay and the barrier beaches accelerates surface wear on concrete. Coastal properties need a denser mix and a high-quality penetrating sealer. Resealing every one to two years near the water keeps the surface intact longer.
Rhode Island's reliable concrete window runs May through September. Good crews in Washington County book out quickly once the ground thaws. Reaching out in February or March gives you the best chance at your preferred summer start date.
In Rhode Island, contractors must be registered with the state Contractors Registration and Licensing Board. Before hiring, ask for the registration number, proof of liability insurance, and workers compensation coverage. A contractor who hesitates to provide these is a red flag.
South Kingstown Concrete is a licensed and insured concrete contractor based in South Kingstown, RI, serving 12 communities across Washington County since 2016. We are registered with the Rhode Island Contractors Registration and Licensing Board and carry full liability and workers compensation coverage on every project.
Over the years we have completed residential and commercial concrete projects across 16 service types - from driveways and patios to slab foundations and retaining walls. Every member of our crew has worked in coastal Rhode Island's climate long enough to know what freeze-thaw cycles, salt air, and shifting soils do to concrete that was not built for them.
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Hairline cracks and minor surface flaking can often be sealed. But if cracks are wider than a quarter inch, sections have shifted, or the base underneath has failed, patching is a temporary fix. Replacement gives you the right foundation for the next 30 years.
Unpermitted concrete work can complicate a home sale, trigger fines, or require the work to be redone to pass a future inspection. In South Kingstown, permits are required for most flatwork and your contractor should handle this before any digging starts.
Most driveways and patios are poured four inches thick. Areas that will carry vehicle weight should be five to six inches. Foundations and footings are sized to code based on what they support. The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association publishes technical standards that guide these specifications.
Have questions about your specific project? Call us at (401) 269-0329 or send us a message and we will walk you through what makes sense for your property.
South Kingstown is one of the largest towns in Rhode Island by land area - covering about 57 square miles and made up of several distinct villages including Wakefield, Peace Dale, Kingston, Matunuck, Snug Harbor, and Perryville. The town borders Narragansett Bay and the Atlantic coast, with beach communities at Matunuck Beach and Green Hill that face extra wear from salt air, wind, and coastal storms. The freeze-thaw cycles that hit this part of Washington County every winter are the biggest threat to driveways, walkways, and any outdoor concrete slab.
Many homes in Peace Dale, Kingston, and Wakefield were built in the early to mid-20th century. A large share have original driveways and walkways that have been through decades of Rhode Island winters - and it shows. Homes near the University of Rhode Island campus in Kingston tend to sit on sandy glacial soils that can shift under slabs over time. Coastal properties near Matunuck and Theatre by the Sea deal with salt air that breaks down unprotected concrete faster than inland sites.
Whether your property is a Cape Cod off Route 138, a cottage near Matunuck Beach, or a house on a wooded lot out in Perryville, South Kingstown Concrete builds concrete that is suited to your neighborhood's specific conditions. We know where the soil shifts, what the town permit process looks like, and what mix specs hold up best through a South Kingstown winter.
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South Kingstown Concrete
153 Winter Stsales@southkingstownconcrete.com
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Call us or fill out our contact form and we will get back to you within 1 business day with a free, no-obligation estimate.