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We pour commercial parking lots, building slabs, sidewalks, ADA ramps and curb and gutter across Houston, from the Energy Corridor and Galleria to Westchase. A new 6-inch concrete lot runs $6–$10 per sq ft. A 10,000 sq ft lot section usually takes 2–3 weeks on site. Bids are written and itemized.
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Building Foundations and Slabs
We place slab-on-grade foundations for retail pads, office shells and small warehouses. Engineered post-tension slabs and floor slabs inside tilt-wall buildings follow the structural drawings line for line. Typical pad sites need 5–10 working days from forms to pour, depending on size and inspections.
Parking Lots and Paving
New lots, drive lanes and panel replacement on failed sections. We stage work in phases so a center keeps at least one entrance and half its stalls open. Each phase cures before cars return, usually 7 days for passenger traffic.
Sidewalks and ADA Ramps
Storefront walks, accessible routes from parking to entries, and curb ramps run $7–$12 per sq ft. Ramps and walks are formed to TAS slopes and checked with a digital level before the pour.
Curb and Gutter
Standard 6-inch curb, curb and gutter along drive aisles, and wheel-stop islands. Gutter grade is shot with a laser so storm water reaches the inlets rather than pooling at the curb line.
Tenant-Improvement Slabs
Interior work for build-outs: trenching for new plumbing, slab infill, and floor patches after a restaurant or clinic layout change. We pour after hours when the center needs the hallway open by 9 AM.
Decorative Entries
Stamped or colored entry plazas, patio seating for restaurants and a textured band at the main door. Pattern options are on our stamped concrete page.
Sectors We Work In
What PSI and Thickness Do Commercial Slabs Need?
Most commercial flatwork in Houston uses 3,500–4,000 PSI concrete. Typical ranges we see on plans:
Accessibility follows the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS), which track the 2010 ADA Standards. Ramp runs are 1:12 maximum running slope, 1:48 (about 2%) maximum cross slope, 36 inches minimum clear width and 30 inches maximum rise per run, with 60-inch landings. Curb ramps get detectable warnings (truncated domes) that contrast with the surrounding walk. Projects of $50,000 or more are registered with TDLR for plan review and inspection. City of Houston and Harris County each review commercial site work, and we tell you in the estimate whether your project needs a permit. All figures above are typical ranges for Houston commercial sites; your engineer's plans govern when a project has them.
Typical Houston project
Before & After: Typical Houston Project
Typical project, Westchase: a retail strip parking lot with heaved and broken panels in the front drive lane. Scope: remove 6,000 sq ft, re-stabilize the subgrade, pour 6-inch concrete at 4,000 PSI and rebuild two curb ramps to TAS. Two phases over 10 working days, with the east entrance open throughout. Typical cost: $48,000–$96,000.
Built for Houston
Built for Houston: Parking Lots on Gumbo and Gulf Rain
A commercial lot covers acres of Beaumont clay that swells after rain and shrinks in August. Unlike a driveway, a lot also takes delivery trucks and trash haulers on the same panels every week. That is why Houston civil plans call for lime-stabilized subgrade: lime mixed into the top 6–8 inches of clay cuts its swell and gives the slab an even bed.
Drainage is the second issue. A flat lot needs a designed grade, usually 1–2% toward inlets, or water stands in the stalls after every storm. More paved area can also trigger stormwater detention review, so we price grading to the civil sheet and flag missing inlet elevations before the bid.
Weather sets the schedule. Summer pours start around 5 AM so finishing ends before the afternoon heat, and the slab gets a curing compound right behind the finishers. From June through November we watch tropical forecasts and hold a pour rather than place concrete ahead of a band of heavy rain. Joints are cut the same day so shrinkage cracks follow the lines we chose.
Concrete vs Asphalt Parking Lots in Houston
| Factor | Concrete | Asphalt |
|---|---|---|
| Upfront cost | $6–$10 / sq ft (6-inch, new) | Usually lower upfront |
| Summer heat | Holds shape; no softening | Softens; ruts under parked trucks and dumpsters |
| Surface temperature | Light surface reflects more sun | Dark surface runs hotter |
| Upkeep | Joint sealing and panel repair | Sealcoat and restripe every few years |
| Typical lifespan* | 25–40 years | 15–20 years with resurfacing |
*Lifespans are typical industry figures, not a promise for any one lot.
Cost
How Much Does a Commercial Parking Lot Cost in Houston?
A new 6-inch concrete parking lot in Houston typically costs $6–$10 per sq ft on a stabilized subgrade. Typical Houston ranges:
| Job | Per sq ft | Example | Example total |
|---|---|---|---|
| New 6-inch parking lot | $6–$10 | 10,000 sq ft (about 30 stalls) | $60,000–$100,000 |
| Commercial sidewalk | $7–$12 | 5 × 200 ft (1,000 sq ft) | $7,000–$12,000 |
| Tear-out and haul-off | $2–$6 | 10,000 sq ft | $20,000–$60,000 |
Our Process with General Contractors and Owners
Plan review
we read the civil and structural sheets, list conflicts and send RFIs before pricing.
Itemized bid
demolition, subgrade, concrete, steel, curb and ADA work each on their own line, with a clear scope and payment schedule.
Schedule tie-in
we set pour dates against the GC's look-ahead and the utility, inspection and testing calendar.
Prep
demolition, subgrade stabilization, forms, steel and dowels.
Inspection point
forms, grades and steel are ready for the engineer, testing lab or GC superintendent the day before each pour.
Pour and cut
early-morning placement, curing compound, and joints sawcut the same day.
Walkthrough
we walk each phase with the owner or superintendent and leave written cure and care instructions, including the date cars and trucks can return.
Why Property Owners and GCs Choose Us
Commercial Service Area by County and Corridor
Harris County
Fort Bend County
Montgomery County
What does a commercial parking lot cost per sq ft in Houston?
A new 6-inch concrete parking lot in Houston costs about $6–$10 per sq ft. Removing old paving adds $2–$6 per sq ft, and thicker truck lanes push a job toward the top of the range.
Concrete vs asphalt parking lot in Houston heat?
Concrete handles Houston heat better because it does not soften in summer. Asphalt costs less upfront but ruts under parked trucks and needs sealcoating every few years.
What PSI is a commercial slab?
Most commercial slabs are poured at 3,500–4,000 PSI. Sidewalks are often 3,000 PSI, and the structural engineer sets the strength for foundations and heavy-load areas.
How long does a commercial foundation take?
A commercial slab foundation for a retail pad or small office takes about 1–3 weeks from forms to pour. Inspections, post-tension stressing and rain days set the final schedule.
What's included in a concrete bid?
Our concrete bid lists demolition, subgrade work, concrete, steel, forming, joints, curb and ADA items on separate lines. It also states the payment schedule and anything excluded, such as striping or testing fees.
What are ADA ramp requirements in Texas?
Texas ramps must follow TAS: a running slope of 1:12 or flatter, cross slope no steeper than 1:48, 36 inches of clear width and 60-inch landings. Curb ramps also need detectable warning domes.
Request a Commercial Concrete Bid in Houston
Upload plans or drawings with the form, or send your project details and a site address. We return an itemized bid after plan review. Heavier slabs for warehouses and plants are on our industrial concrete page; owner-occupied homes are served through residential concrete. Neighborhood coverage is on our Houston service page.
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