Concrete Driveway Installation
New concrete driveways built on compacted stone over Fairfax clay — 4,000 PSI air-entrained, jointed and sloped right.
A Driveway Is a Structure, Not Just a Slab
Fairfax County is famous for its marine clay — the dense, dark soil that swells up when it rains and shrinks back down when it dries. Pour concrete straight on that clay and you are pouring on a sponge. A few wet seasons later the slab starts to heave, sink, and crack. We see it on driveways all over the county.
Fairfax Concrete Driveway Pros builds driveways the way this ground demands: a deep, compacted stone base between the clay and the concrete, 4,000 PSI air-entrained concrete that stands up to freeze-thaw winters, control joints cut where cracks want to happen, and a slope that moves water off the slab and away from your garage. That is what makes a driveway last 30 years instead of 10.
Concrete vs. Asphalt in Northern Virginia
Asphalt costs less up front, but Fairfax summers soften it and winters crack it — and it needs resealing every few years just to stay alive. Concrete costs more on day one and then mostly takes care of itself: no resealing cycles, no ruts, no weeds growing through. For a home you plan to keep, concrete is the cheaper driveway over its lifetime. Our concrete vs. asphalt guide walks through the real trade-offs.
What We Build
Concrete Driveways
New concrete driveway installation for new builds and additions, and full driveway replacement when the old slab is past saving. Need more parking room for a growing household? Driveway extensions and widening add space without tearing out the good concrete.
Patios and Decorative Work
A concrete patio turns the backyard into living space. Stamped concrete gives you the look of stone, brick, or slate for less — a good fit for the brick-front colonials all over Fairfax. Exposed aggregate adds texture and grip.
Repair and Care
Cracked or sunken but still sound? Concrete repair can buy years. Resurfacing gives tired concrete a fresh face. Sealing protects against water, road salt, and oil stains. Not sure which path fits? Read our repair vs. replace guide.
Built for Fairfax County's Rules, Not Just Its Soil
Fairfax has some of the strictest driveway rules in the region. Work at the street apron or in the right-of-way needs Fairfax County or VDOT sign-off, and most of the big subdivisions — Reston, Burke Centre, Kings Park — have HOA design standards that say what your driveway can look like. We deal with these requirements on every job: permits, apron specs, and HOA-friendly finishes. Our Fairfax County permit guide explains what to expect.
What Does a Concrete Driveway Cost in Fairfax?
Most of our Fairfax County projects land between $5,000 and $15,000 — driveway size, thickness, how much grading the site needs, and whether old concrete has to be torn out all move the number. Decorative and stamped finishes cost more than plain broom-finish. Treat every range as a starting point: your written estimate, after we walk your property, is the real number. Our full driveway cost guide breaks down the pieces.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a concrete driveway last in Fairfax County?
A properly built driveway — deep stone base, 4,000 PSI air-entrained concrete, joints cut right — typically lasts 25 to 30 years or more. The ones that fail early were almost always poured on unprepared clay or with too little thickness. The base and the mix decide the lifespan.
Will you handle the Fairfax County permits for my driveway?
Yes. When the job touches the apron at the street or the county right-of-way, Fairfax County or VDOT wants a permit. We check the requirements for your address during the estimate and handle the paperwork as part of the job.
My HOA has design rules. Can you still do my driveway?
Usually yes. Plain broom-finish concrete passes nearly every HOA, and stamped patterns that mimic brick or stone fit most design guidelines in places like Reston and Burke Centre. Bring us your HOA's written standards and we will match a finish to them.
How soon can I drive on a new concrete driveway?
Plan on 5 to 7 days before regular car traffic. You can walk on it in a day or two. We give you the exact date based on the weather during your pour.