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How Much Does Concrete Work Cost in East Texas?

Updated 2024•By Raul Berumen, Owner

If you're searching for concrete pricing in East Texas, you probably have a project in mind — a new driveway, a home foundation, a patio, or maybe a shop slab. The honest answer is: it depends. But we're going to give you real numbers and explain what makes the price go up or down.

Typical Concrete Prices in East Texas (2024)

Residential Slab Foundations$4 – $8 / sq ft
Concrete Driveways$6 – $12 / sq ft
Patios & Walkways$5 – $10 / sq ft
Shop / Garage Floors$5 – $9 / sq ft

These are general ranges. Your exact price depends on your specific site conditions, which is why we always do a free on-site estimate before quoting.

What Makes Concrete More Expensive?

  • →Difficult soil conditions — East Texas 'black gumbo' clay requires extra site prep
  • →Thicker slabs — 6" costs more than 4" but may be required for heavy loads
  • →Rebar reinforcement — standard rebar grid vs. fiber mesh vs. post-tension
  • →Limited site access — tight lots or steep grades add labor time
  • →Permits and inspections — required in most incorporated cities

What Makes Concrete Less Expensive?

  • →Straightforward flat pours on prepped land
  • →Good site access for concrete trucks
  • →Standard thickness (4") with fiber mesh reinforcement
  • →Larger projects (more volume = better price per square foot)

The All-Inclusive Difference

At Berumen Construction, our quotes include everything — permits, materials, labor, equipment, finishing, and daily cleanup. The number we give you is the number you pay. No surprise line items. No "oh, we didn't include that." Read more on our pricing page.

Why We Don't Quote Over the Phone

East Texas soil varies too much to guess. A lot 5 miles away can have completely different conditions — clay vs. sand, flat vs. sloped, good drainage vs. standing water. We come out, see your site, and give you a real number. That's the only honest way to do it.

Bottom Line

If you want a real number on your project, call us at (903) 917-7554 or request a free estimate. We'll come out, look at your site, and give you a written, all-inclusive quote. No obligation.

Written by

Raul Berumen

Owner, Berumen Construction | Kilgore, TX

Raul founded Berumen Construction in May 2021 after years of hands-on concrete work in East Texas. He and his 7-person crew have poured foundations, slabs, and flatwork across Gregg, Rusk, and Upshur counties. Raul's approach: one all-inclusive price, a clean site every day, and work that stands up to East Texas soil and weather.

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