Residential Concrete Walkways

WALKWAYS WITH THE WOW FACTOR

Need a durable walkway for your property? Our stamped concrete is perfect for:

  • Front entry paths that welcome guests
  • Pool and patio access
  • Footpaths to detached garages or guest houses
  • Safe, stable walks to your mailbox
  • Garden and gazebo connections
  • Side yard passages

We efficiently install beautiful and durable walkways on residential properties, wooded land where tree roots are a concern, hillsides where stable footing matters, and more.

The Advantages of a Concrete Walkway

Gravel paths seem like an easy option and look great at first, but they can become a headache. The gravel scatters onto your lawn, creates muddy spots after rain, and leaves ankle-twisting ruts.

What can be more solid than stone and brick? Although these materials are very durable, when they go head-to-head against Minnosota winters, frost heave can push them out of place.  

Pavers work loose over time, especially on slopes, leaving wobbly spots that can catch snow shovels.  Also, weeds grow up through gravel and between bricks and pavers in the summer.  When winter hits, trying to clear snow from uneven surfaces or scattered gravel is frustrating.

Because concrete is poured in larger sections and reinforced with rebar, it has fewer seams, and is better able to stay put as one solid piece. The even surface is slip-resistant but still easy to shovel.

You won’t need to reset sections every spring when the ground thaws (as you would with pavers) or rake gravel back into place.

Concrete Walkway Design Options

Grey and white concrete is practical and sometimes the perfect choice for some designs. However, concrete can come in many more colors and patterns through stamping.

How does stamping work? Once we pour the concrete, we can imprint a molded image into the surface as it dries. The image can be pre-fabricated or we can create it on the spot. We can also add color to the stamped project to give it depth and character. Once the image dries, it takes on the characteristics of the material that you had in mind:

  • Wood
  • Stone
  • Brick
  • Cobblestone
  • Pavers
  • Slate
  • Tile

And more.

Planning Your Walkway

A well-planned walkway creates natural flow through your property. We’ll help design paths that connect your spaces efficiently and beautifully.

While most projects take just 2-3 days, we’ll work with you to schedule installation at a convenient time for your family.

We’ll make sure you understand exactly how your finished walkway will look before we begin. We can show you examples of similar projects to help visualize the end result.

Concrete Walkway Installation Process

We start with grading and compaction to create proper drainage and a stable foundation.

Strong forms and control joints are placed strategically to minimize cracking. We pour the concrete and add your chosen stamp pattern, giving your walkway its unique style.

We use E5 concrete, which includes a sealing agent in the mix.  It doesn’t require additional sealing.  It holds up in harsh weather and looks great.

Creating a Unified Look

If you’re thinking about a driveway or other concrete project along with the walkway, doing both at once gives you perfectly matched patterns across your property, and can save time and money during installation. For these reasons we generally recommend doing concrete projects at the same time, rather than spacing them out over months or years.

What Sets Creative Concrete Apart

We know concrete in Minnesota. After over 20 years working in this climate, we understand what works here. Our crews show up when promised and finish on budget, giving you results you’ll love.

Request a Quote for Your New Concrete Walkway

If you are looking for a professional concrete service in the Twin Cities metro area, contact Creative Concrete. We can meet with you on-site to discuss your upcoming concrete project. To find out more about our services or schedule a consultation, call us today at 612-414-7932, or you can fill out our contact form for a free estimate.

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