Concrete resurfacing
Concrete Resurfacing in Lake Elsinore That Renews Sound but Worn Concrete
When the driveway, patio or walk is still solid underneath but the top looks tired, we bond a thin new surface over it, so you skip the tear-out and the new pour.
Free, no-obligation estimates. Licensed and insured, and we show up when we say we will.
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A new top, the same slab
Concrete resurfacing in Lake Elsinore
We resurface structurally sound but worn concrete in Lake Elsinore with a bonded overlay instead of tearing it out.
An "overlay" is a thin new layer bonded to the concrete you already have. The slab underneath stays put and keeps doing its job, and the overlay gives it a clean, even surface again.
It suits concrete that is solid underneath but looks old and worn. Check your slab against this short list:
- Solid underneath, with no major structural damage
- Worn, stained, dull or rough on top
- Minor cracks we can repair before the overlay goes on
Driveway to shop floor
Surfaces we resurface
We resurface driveways, patios, walkways, pool decks, garage floors and commercial slabs.
The surfaces we resurface, each on its own card:
- Driveways
Tired, stained driveway concrete gets a fresh top layer instead of a new pour.
- Patios
A backyard slab gone dull and rough gets an even surface you want to sit out on again.
- Walkways
Front walks and side-yard paths, so the way to the door matches the rest.
- Pool decks
Worn decks take a cool-deck coating or a textured overlay.
- Garage floors
We grind the floor first so the new surface bonds to concrete, not to dirt and oil.
- Commercial slabs
Entry walks, pads and floors at shops, offices and other business spaces.
From grinder to sealer
Repair first, then the overlay
We clean and grind the surface, repair cracks and remove loose coatings, then apply the overlay and seal it.
The overlay is only as good as what is under it, so most of the work happens before it goes down. We match the prep and the overlay system to the condition of your concrete and how you use it.
Every resurfacing job runs these five steps:
- Look and choose
We check the slab for soundness, cracks and old coatings, and pick the overlay system that fits how the surface gets used.
- Clean and grind
Dirt, oil and stains come off, and "diamond grinding" opens the surface so the repairs and the overlay can bond.
- Repair and strip
Low spots are patched so the overlay goes down on an even base. White powdery "efflorescence" is dealt with before anything goes on.
- Overlay and seal
The new layer goes down over the prepared slab, and a fresh coat of sealer goes on top of it.
- Clean up
We clean up when the work is done, so all that is left is the new surface.
Straight talk on cost
How resurfacing is priced
Resurfacing is priced by area and the overlay system, and it costs far less than tearing concrete out and replacing it.
Four things move the number the most:
- Square footage
The size of the area to cover sets most of the price.
- The overlay system
A plain overlay costs less than one with added color or a pattern.
- The prep the slab needs
Crack repair, grinding and stripping old coatings add work before the overlay goes on.
- Access
How easy the area is to reach changes the labor, and so the final price.
Typical ranges in Lake Elsinore
Basic resurfacing typically runs
$2 to $2.50
per square foot
With colors or patterns, typically
$4 to $8
per square foot
These are typical ranges for the area, not our quote. We price your surface after we see it, and we quote the whole job before we start.
Free, no-obligation estimates, with no surprise charges after.
Why neighbors call us
Worn concrete, handled the way we say we will
Resurfacing is a prep job first, and it goes right when the people doing it keep their word. This is what you get when you call:
- Free, no-obligation estimates
- We answer the phone or call back the same working day
- We show up when we say we will
- We quote the whole job before we start, with no surprise charges after
- We clean up when the work is done
Open Monday through Saturday. Calls outside our hours go to voicemail, and we return them the next working morning.
Resurfacing for homes and commercial spaces
We resurface concrete for homeowners and for commercial spaces.
At home that is the driveway, patio, walk, pool deck or garage floor. For a business it is the entry walk, the pad or the shop floor.
Where we resurface concrete around Lake Elsinore
We do concrete resurfacing across Lake Elsinore and the nearby towns our service area lists, within about 15 miles.
That takes in Lakeland Village, Wildomar, Canyon Lake, Menifee, Perris and Murrieta. A job farther out is a question for the call.
Google reviews
What neighbors say about working with us
These are our own Google reviews, shown exactly as they were written.
I hired this concrete contractor for my driveway replacement and I couldn’t be happier with the results. The team was professional, showed up on time, and worked efficiently to get everything done ahead of schedule. The finish is smooth, durable, and really improved the curb appeal of my home. I would definitely recommend them for any concrete work.
Nick, and coworker did a outstanding job. Working on our front yard. My neighbor was so impressed he’s planning on hiring Nick, to do their front yard. Thanks, Nick
Trustworthy, dependable, and quality service. Greenscape Projects transformed my backyard space into a beautiful oasis. Budget friendly prices. Affordable landscaping made possible with greenscape Projects. They arrived on time, cleaned up afterwards and sent pictures of the progress. Trust Greenscape Projects for all of your landscaping, gardening, yardscaping needs.
Straight answers
Concrete resurfacing questions we hear most
Does concrete resurfacing really work?
It does on the right slab. Resurfacing suits concrete that is structurally sound but looks old and worn, and it holds when the prep and the overlay system match the concrete's condition and use. Concrete with major structural damage may need replacement instead.
How much does it cost to resurface concrete?
In Lake Elsinore, basic resurfacing typically runs $2 to $2.50 a square foot, and $4 to $8 a square foot with colors or patterns. That is far less than tearing the concrete out and replacing it, and the estimate for your own slab is free. Our concrete repair cost guide sets out what else moves the price.
Can existing concrete be resurfaced?
Yes, as long as it is sound underneath, and the signs that decide are set out on our page on when to repair or replace concrete. Driveways, patios, walkways, pool decks, garage floors and commercial slabs can all take an overlay once the minor cracks are repaired and loose coatings come off.
Can I do concrete resurfacing myself?
The overlay is the part you see; the prep decides whether it lasts. The surface has to be cleaned, ground where needed, patched and stripped of loose coatings, and the overlay system has to suit the slab. If you would rather have that done for you, call us for a free estimate.
Give worn concrete a new surface without the tear-out
Call and tell us what the surface looks like. We come out, check that the slab is sound, and tell you plainly whether an overlay is the right fix.
We quote the whole job before we start, with no surprise charges after.
Free, no-obligation estimates. We answer the phone or call back the same working day.