Concrete contractors pour and finish slabs, driveways, patios, sidewalks, footings, foundations, and retaining walls. Many also do stamped or decorative finishes, demolition and removal of old concrete, and repairs. Invoices usually cover labor, concrete and material costs, equipment, and any extras found once the old surface comes up.
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Most flatwork is priced per square foot, with the price depending on thickness, finish, site access, and prep work. Plain broom-finish slabs sit at the low end, while stamped, stained, or exposed aggregate work costs more. Footings and walls are often priced per linear foot or per cubic yard poured. Demolition and haul-off are usually a separate line, either per square foot or flat. Pump trucks, short-load fees, and extra rebar or wire mesh are commonly itemized or passed through at cost with a markup. Larger jobs are billed in stages, such as a deposit, a draw after forming and prep, and a final payment after finishing. Small repairs and odd jobs may be billed hourly with a minimum charge.
| Service | Priced | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Standard broom-finish slab (4 in, driveway or patio) | per sq ft | $6-12 |
| Stamped or colored concrete | per sq ft | $12-25 |
| Exposed aggregate finish | per sq ft | $10-18 |
| Demolition and removal of old concrete | per sq ft | $3-8 |
| Footings and stem walls | per linear ft | $30-80 |
| Ready-mix concrete (material only, when billed separately) | per cubic yard | $140-200 |
| Pump truck rental (pass-through) | per job | $600-1,200 |
| Crack repair, grinding, or patching | per hour | $65-110 |
Typical US ranges. Rates vary by region, experience, and job size.
| Description | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Demolish and haul off existing cracked driveway slab | 640 sq ft | $4.00 | $2,560.00 |
| Grade, compact 4 in gravel base, and set forms | 640 sq ft | $2.50 | $1,600.00 |
| Pour 4 in slab, 4000 psi mix, #3 rebar at 18 in grid, broom finish | 640 sq ft | $8.00 | $5,120.00 |
| Control joints saw cut and edging | 1 lot | $350.00 | $350.00 |
| Concrete sealer, two coats | 640 sq ft | $0.75 | $480.00 |
| Additional rebar and chairs for soft spot repair found during excavation (approved change order #1) | 1 lot | $275.00 | $275.00 |
| Total | $10,385.00 | ||
Notes: Deposit of $3,000 received at contract signing and applied to this invoice. Balance due within 7 days of completion. Keep vehicles off the slab for 7 days and heavy loads off for 28 days. Cracks from settlement or ground conditions outside our control are not covered by the workmanship warranty.
Many states and cities require a contractor license number on contracts and invoices, and clients need it for permits, insurance claims, and records.
Driveways, foundations, and walls often need permits. Listing the address and permit ties the invoice to the right job and inspection.
Showing slab size, depth, psi strength, and reinforcement proves what was installed and reduces disputes over thin or cheap pours.
Stamp pattern, color, release agent, and sealer choices are easy to argue about later. Naming them avoids rework claims.
Extra excavation, added rebar, drainage, or a larger pour area should be listed as approved changes so the final total matches what the client agreed to.
A clear running balance prevents confusion on multi-stage jobs where payments were made at forming and at pour.
Ready-mix suppliers charge these separately and they can add up. Itemizing them shows they are real costs, not padding.
Putting curing and sealing instructions on the invoice protects you if the client drives on the slab early and it cracks or scales.
Most concrete contractors take a deposit of 10 to 50 percent at signing, since materials and crew scheduling are committed upfront. Some states cap deposits on home improvement work, so check local rules. Larger jobs often use a draw schedule tied to milestones such as forming complete, pour day, and final finishing. The final balance is commonly due on completion or within 7 to 14 days. Commercial and general contractor work is often net 30 and may involve retainage of 5 to 10 percent held until final inspection. Late fees of 1 to 1.5 percent per month are common if stated in the contract. Payment is usually by check, ACH, or card, and some contractors add a card processing fee on large balances. Check your state's mechanic's lien rules, since lien deadlines can be short and often require preliminary notices.
Concrete is perishable and ordered for a specific time. Require the deposit before you schedule the pour, and make sure the next payment is due on pour day or at completion rather than weeks later.
Fuel surcharges, short-load fees, and pump rentals can change between the quote and the pour. Include a clause allowing adjustment, and list actual charges on the invoice.
Rain, frozen ground, or blocked access can cause extra trips or standby time. Note the dates and reasons on the invoice if you bill for them, and back them up with photos.
Photos of the base, rebar, forms, and finished slab show the work done below the surface that the client cannot see later. They resolve most payment disputes fast.
If a client stops paying, a mechanic's lien may be your strongest tool, but deadlines and notice requirements vary by state. Learn them before you start, and keep dated copies of contracts and invoices.
For standard flatwork, a per-square-foot price on the quote is normal, but the invoice should still show the main components such as demolition, base prep, pour, finish, and sealer. Itemizing helps the client understand the total and makes change orders easier to add.
Stop and get written approval before doing it. Document the issue with photos, add it as a change order with its own price, and list it as a separate line on the final invoice with the approval date.
Yes, if your contract says the client pays for materials ordered to the agreed plan. Overage is common because suppliers deliver in whole or half yards. Many contractors build a small overage allowance into the price, and charge extra only if the client changes the plan.
Small hairline cracks are common in concrete and are often outside the warranty. Your contract should say what is and is not covered, such as cracks wider than a stated size or surface scaling from poor workmanship. Point to the control joints and written cure instructions when discussing it.
It depends on the state and on whether the job counts as new construction, a repair, or a capital improvement. Some states tax materials, some tax labor, and some tax neither on improvements. Check with your state revenue department or a local accountant.
Send a Concrete estimate for approval, then turn it into an invoice when the work is done.
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