Concrete Sidewalks & Walkways

Why Concrete Walkways Matter

Your walkways and sidewalks do more than get you from point A to point B. They're part of your home's curb appeal and they need to be safe for your family and guests. Cracked, uneven, or poorly designed paths create trip hazards and make your property look neglected.

Here in Chico, we see a lot of older sidewalks that are settling, heaving, or cracking due to poor installation or soil movement. At CCW Chico Concrete Works, we fix those problems by starting with proper excavation and base work. We don't just pour concrete on top of dirt and hope for the best.

Whether you're replacing a crumbling sidewalk or adding a new garden path, we take the time to plan the route, grade for drainage, and build a walkway that stays level for years to come.

What Goes Into a Quality Walkway

A good walkway starts below the surface. Here's what separates a professional installation from a quick pour:

• •Site evaluation: We check for tree roots, utilities, and drainage issues before we dig so nothing surprises us mid-project.
• •Proper width and thickness: Sidewalks are typically 4 feet wide and 4 inches thick to handle foot traffic comfortably and safely.
• •Compacted base: We add and compact a gravel base layer that prevents settling and keeps your walkway level over time.
• •Control joints: These planned cuts allow the concrete to expand and contract without random cracking.
• •Non-slip finish: We use a broom or texture finish that provides traction, especially important when the path is wet.

These details matter because walkways get used every single day. We build them to handle constant foot traffic, weather changes, and occasional heavy loads like wheelbarrows or moving carts.

Connecting Your Property

Walkways tie your property together. We often pour paths that connect your concrete driveway to your front entrance, your back door to your patio, or your garage to your garden shed. Each path needs to work with your landscape and drainage patterns.

We can also create decorative pathways using exposed aggregate, stamped patterns, or colored concrete if you want something beyond a basic gray finish. The goal is to match your home's style while keeping the pathway functional and easy to maintain.

During your consultation, we'll measure the area, discuss design options, and give you an honest quote based on the scope of work. We handle everything from excavation to finishing so you don't have to coordinate multiple contractors.

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