Harahan's quiet tree-lined streets and ranch homes sit on some of the softest, wettest ground in the New Orleans area, and your driveway, patio, and sidewalks know it. We're New Orleans Concrete, and we've spent years fixing sunken slabs, cracked carports, and broken walks all through ZIP 70123 and the surrounding neighborhoods.
If you live in Harahan, you've probably noticed that concrete here doesn't stay flat for long. The clay and organic marsh soil underneath shifts and settles, especially near the river levee where the water table sits high. That's why homeowners on your street call us: we know how to build concrete that holds, and how to fix what's already sinking.
Concrete in Harahan (70123)
Harahan is a neighborhood of modest, well-kept ranch houses and raised cottages, many built in the 1950s and 60s on shallow foundations over backswamp clay. The lots are narrow, which means your driveway is often a ribbon along the side yard, your parking pad sits inches from the neighbor's fence, and your front walk has to work around live oak roots that lift concrete every few years. The real enemy here is water and settling ground. You get about 60 inches of rain a year, plus near-daily summer thunderstorms that dump water faster than the soil can drain. The ground never freezes, so frost heave isn't the problem, but subsidence is. Slabs sink unevenly. Driveways crack and tilt away from raised houses. Sidewalks buckle and crack where oak roots push up from below. Concrete spalls and crumbles in the heat and humidity. Unsealed concrete grows mildew and algae in the damp summer months, and the salt spray and storm debris during hurricane season beat up exposed edges and joints.
We've been serving Harahan and the New Orleans area for years. We understand the soil, the drainage challenges, the tight lot access, and the seasonal storms. We build driveways and patios thicker than standard, with proper base preparation and slope for water runoff. We lift sunken slabs instead of tearing them out. We seal concrete to fight mildew and moisture. And we show up fast when a storm leaves your carport cracked or your walk a trip hazard.
Our services in Harahan
- Concrete Driveways in Harahan · New concrete driveway installation and full driveway replacement built to last…
- Concrete Patios in Harahan · Custom concrete patios that expand your outdoor living space and add lasting…
- Stamped & Decorative Concrete in Harahan · Stamped, stained, and exposed aggregate finishes that replicate stone, brick…
- Concrete Repair & Resurfacing in Harahan · Repair of cracked, spalling, or worn concrete and full resurfacing to restore…
- Concrete Leveling & Slab Lifting in Harahan · Lifting and leveling of sunken or uneven concrete driveways, patios…
- Concrete Slabs & Foundations in Harahan · Poured concrete slabs and footings for garages, sheds, room additions…
- Sidewalks, Walkways & Steps in Harahan · New and replacement sidewalks, walkways, and steps…
- Concrete Pool Decks in Harahan · Slip-resistant pool decks in broom, textured…
- Concrete Sealing in Harahan · Professional sealing that protects concrete from stains, moisture…
- Concrete Removal & Replacement in Harahan · Full tear-out and haul-away of old, cracked…
- Garage Floors in Harahan · Poured and finished concrete garage floor slabs for new builds, replacements…
- Polished Concrete in Harahan · Mechanically ground and polished concrete floors with a smooth…
How a Job Works in Harahan
You call us at (504) 565-2441 or reach out online, and we schedule a free on-site visit to your Harahan home. We look at the concrete, the soil, the drainage, and the access. We ask about your goals, your timeline, and your budget. We measure, take photos, and give you a realistic estimate with no surprises. We explain what we see: is the slab settling because of poor drainage, or because the soil underneath is compressing? Can we lift it, or does it need to come out? Do we need a permit from the city? We answer all your questions before you say yes.
Once you approve, we schedule the work around your calendar and Harahan's weather. If it's a driveway or patio, we prep the base, set forms, pour and finish the concrete, and manage drainage so water doesn't pool and make things worse. If it's a repair or resurfacing job, we clean the old concrete, patch cracks, level high spots, and seal everything to protect it from the humidity and rain. If it's a sunken walk or carport, we use slab lifting to raise it back to grade without the mess and cost of demolition. Tight lot access? We work with what you've got. HOA rules? We coordinate with your community. Permits? We handle the paperwork with the city of Harahan.
When we're done, we clean up completely. No mud, no debris, no concrete dust left in your yard. We do a final walkthrough with you, explain the care and sealing schedule, and give you our contact information for any questions down the road. Your concrete is our reputation.
Pricing in Harahan depends on the size of the job, the condition of the existing concrete, the access to your lot, and how fast you need it done. A basic concrete driveway or patio runs from $6 per square foot, which means a 400-square-foot driveway is roughly $2,400 to $2,800 depending on site prep and finish. Sidewalks, walkways, and steps start at $6 per square foot. Concrete repair and resurfacing, which is steady work in Harahan, runs from $3 per square foot for patching and sealing, up to more if the slab needs to be ground flat or has deep cracks. Slab lifting (the best solution for a sunken driveway or walk) starts at $4 per square foot and is almost always cheaper than demolition and replacement. Stamped or decorative concrete costs more, from $10 per square foot, but gives you a patio that looks custom. Sealing alone, which we recommend every 2 to 3 years in this humid climate, runs from $0.75 per square foot. The best way to know what your job will cost is to call us for a free estimate. We'll come out, look at your property, and give you a price that's honest and competitive. Call (504) 565-2441 today.
