Manteca · San Joaquin County
Concrete contractors in Manteca, CA
Driveways, patios, RV pads and slabs across Manteca, from the older streets around downtown to Union Ranch, Del Webb and the new homes south of the 120. A licensed, insured local crew that knows Manteca's RV rules and soil, with the price in writing.
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What we do
Concrete Driveways
New driveways, replacements and extensions
From $8/sq ftPatios & Walkways
Backyard patios, walkways, pool decks and steps
From $7/sq ftFoundations & Slabs
ADU and garage foundations, shop slabs, shed pads
From $6/sq ftStamped & Decorative Concrete
Stamped patterns, colors, exposed aggregate, overlays
From $12/sq ftConcrete Repair & Replacement
Cracks, settling, trip hazards, spalling, removal
From $300Concrete Retaining Walls
Poured and block retaining walls, garden walls, grade changes
From $35/sq ft of wallRV Pads & Driveway Extensions
RV and boat pads, side-yard parking, driveway widening
From $8/sq ftCommercial Concrete
Sidewalks, ADA ramps, parking areas, dumpster pads, shop and warehouse slabs
From $8/sq ftWhat makes concrete in Manteca different
Manteca has two kinds of houses and two kinds of concrete problems. The older neighborhoods near downtown and closer to the San Joaquin River have original driveways and walks that are decades old, a higher water table, and big trees whose roots lift slabs. The newer subdivisions to the south and east were graded and compacted when they were built, but a lot of that builder-grade concrete is now old enough to settle at the joints and spall at the surface.
The weather is classic valley: long, hot, dry summers when concrete cures fast and needs an early start and steady curing, and a wet winter season when crews watch the forecast. Getting the base, slope and joints right matters more than the finish, especially on the heavier clay pockets in town.
Manteca rules that change the job
Manteca has detailed rules on where RVs, boats and oversized vehicles can be kept (Municipal Code 17.52.120 and 17.52.130). For homes built after July 19, 1978, they can't be parked or stored in the front yard except briefly for loading, unloading or washing. In side yards they need at least 3 feet of clearance from buildings and screening along the neighbor's line, and in the rear yard the paved storage area is limited to 25 percent of the net rear yard and must stay 3 feet from property lines. An RV pad has to be laid out around those numbers.
Permits are simpler than many people think. Manteca's Building Safety division doesn't require a building permit for patio slabs, walks and driveways that are no more than 30 inches above grade, or for retaining walls up to 4 feet measured from the bottom of the footing. But sidewalk and driveway work in the City right-of-way can't happen without permits from Public Works, and walls on a property line with 18 inches or more of grade difference must be reinforced concrete or block.
Manteca-specific help
Manteca RV & Boat Parking Rules
Manteca's RV rules (Municipal Code 17.52.120–130): no front-yard storage for post-1978 homes, side-yard clearance and screening, and a 25 percent rear-yard paving limit. How to plan an RV pad that complies, and what it costs.
Read more →Do You Need a Permit for Concrete Work in Manteca? Driveways, Patios, Walls and Sheds
Manteca's building permit exemptions for patios, driveways, retaining walls and sheds, the property-line wall rule, and when sidewalk or driveway work in the right-of-way needs Public Works permits.
Read more →Manteca neighborhoods and what we see there
Downtown and Central Manteca
Older homes around Yosemite Avenue and Main Street with original driveways, walks and mature trees. Replacements, step repairs and sidewalk or approach work in the right-of-way are common. Many of these lots predate 1978, which changes the RV rules.
Union Ranch
North Manteca subdivisions where 1990s and 2000s driveways are reaching the age of settling and spalling. Driveway replacement, widening and backyard patios.
Del Webb at Woodbridge
Active-adult community with HOA architectural review for anything visible from the street. Walkways, patio extensions and smooth, low-trip-risk surfaces are popular.
Oakwood Shores
Lake-oriented neighborhood where drainage and slope near the water matter. Patios, pool decks and walkways.
Spreckels Park
Built on the former sugar plant land east of downtown. Patio and driveway work on newer homes, plus side-yard parking pads within the City's RV rules.
Shasta Park and south Manteca
Newer homes south of the 120 with room for side-yard RV and boat pads and third-car driveway extensions.
How it works
- Tell us about the jobCall or use the form. A driveway, patio, slab or repair; rough size; and your address in Manteca or nearby.
- A local contractor calls you backUsually the same business day. A licensed, insured concrete contractor serving San Joaquin County will schedule a time to look at the site.
- Written estimateYou get a written scope and price covering demolition, base, thickness, reinforcement, finish and cleanup. No obligation.
- The work gets doneMost residential jobs take two to four days from demo to a finished slab you can walk on.
Serving Manteca and nearby
Manteca Concrete Pros connects homeowners and property managers in Manteca, Lathrop, Ripon, Escalon, French Camp, Salida, Tracy, Stockton with a concrete contractor who works these neighborhoods every week: Del Webb at Woodbridge, Union Ranch, Oakwood Shores, Spreckels Park, Shasta Park, Lathrop's River Islands and the rest of San Joaquin County.
Manteca concrete guides
How to Hire a Concrete Contractor in Manteca: A Checklist
What to check before you hire a concrete contractor in Manteca: CSLB license, insurance, written scope, down payment limits, and red flags.
Read the guide →Pouring Concrete in Manteca Summer Heat: What Good Crews Do Differently
How hot Central Valley summers affect new concrete in Manteca, and the steps a good crew takes to prevent cracking and weak surfaces.
Read the guide →Clay Soil and Concrete in Manteca: Why Slabs Crack and How to Prevent It
How expansive clay soil affects driveways, patios and foundations in Manteca, and what base, drainage and reinforcement choices prevent cracking.
Read the guide →What Concrete Costs in Manteca in 2026: Driveways, Patios, Slabs and Repairs
Current installed concrete prices in Manteca by project type, what drives the number up or down, and how to compare bids line by line.
Read the guide →ADU Foundations in Manteca: What the Slab Needs Before the Walls Go Up
What goes into a code-compliant ADU or garage-conversion foundation in Manteca: engineering, soils, thickness, plumbing rough-in, and how contractors sequence it.
Read the guide →Concrete vs Pavers vs Asphalt for a Manteca Driveway
An honest comparison of concrete, interlocking pavers and asphalt driveways for Manteca homes: cost, lifespan in Central Valley heat, repairs, and looks.
Read the guide →Cracked Driveway or Patio in Manteca: Repair It or Replace It?
How to tell which concrete cracks in Manteca are cosmetic, which mean settling, and when repair, slabjacking or full replacement is the right call.
Read the guide →Common questions
How much does concrete work cost in Manteca?
Plain gray flatwork (driveways, patios, walkways) runs $7 to $14 per square foot installed in Manteca in 2026, including demolition of old concrete. Decorative finishes add $3 to $10 per square foot. Foundations are priced by the job based on engineering. Every estimate on this site is a local range, not a quote; the contractor will price your specific job after seeing it.
How do I know a concrete contractor is legitimate?
In California, any job over $1,000 in combined labor and materials requires a contractor licensed by the CSLB. Ask for the license number and check it at cslb.ca.gov, confirm the license is active with a C-8 (concrete) or B (general) classification, and ask for proof of liability insurance and workers' comp. Get the scope, thickness, base depth, reinforcement and finish in writing.
What is the best time of year to pour concrete in Manteca?
Spring and fall are ideal. Summer pours are fine but should start early in the morning; concrete placed at 100°F+ sets fast and is prone to shrinkage cracking without extra care. Winter pours are possible on dry days above 40°F; crews avoid rain and the wettest weeks in January and February.
How long does concrete take to cure?
You can walk on it after 24 to 48 hours, drive a car on a driveway after 7 days, and it reaches design strength at about 28 days. Keep heavy trucks off for a month.
Get a free estimate
Tell us about the job and a licensed concrete contractor serving Manteca will call you back, usually the same business day.