From driveways and patios to foundations and retaining walls, we handle every concrete project with the care your home deserves. Local, licensed, and available 24/7.
Elite San Clemente Concrete is a full-service concrete contractor based in San Clemente, CA, offering 16 concrete services to homeowners and businesses across South Orange County. Whether you need a new driveway, a decorative patio, or a solid foundation, our licensed team handles the project from permit to final walkthrough. We serve 12 cities in the region and have built our reputation on work that holds up in coastal conditions.
Cracked or uneven driveway? A new concrete driveway adds curb appeal and handles heavy traffic for decades.
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No usable outdoor space? A concrete patio gives you a stable, low-maintenance surface for furniture and entertaining.
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Want the look of stone without the price? Stamped concrete delivers natural patterns at a fraction of the cost.
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Crumbling or uneven walkways are a trip hazard. A new concrete sidewalk is safe, clean, and built to last 30+ years.
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Bare or pitted garage floor? Concrete resurfacing or a new slab makes the space cleaner, tougher, and easier to maintain.
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Plain gray is just the starting point. Color, texture, and pattern options transform any slab into a design feature.
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Hillside erosion or a sloping yard? Concrete retaining walls hold the ground in place and define your outdoor space.
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Need a solid interior floor? Concrete floors are durable, easy to clean, and work in garages, basements, and shops.
Learn MoreReach out by phone or the contact form below. Tell us what you need and we will schedule a free on-site visit. You talk to a real person, not an automated system. We respond within 1 business day and can often get to your property the same week.
We come out, look at your property, and talk through exactly what the project involves - slope, drainage, soil, permits, timeline. You receive a clear written proposal that breaks down cost and scope before any commitment is made. No surprises, no pressure.
Once you approve the proposal, we pull permits, schedule the crew, and execute the job. You get updates at each stage and a final walkthrough before we consider it done. We do not leave until you are satisfied with what was built.
We carry a California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) license and full liability insurance on every project. You are protected if anything unexpected happens on your property - and you have the paperwork to prove it.
We come to your property, assess the actual conditions, and give you a written estimate at no charge. We never quote blind over the phone - slope, soil, and access all affect your price, and you deserve a number based on your real project.
We have been operating in San Clemente since 2023 and know the local terrain, permit process, and HOA requirements across the area. When you call, you talk to someone who has worked on streets near yours.
Every project we deliver is mixed, finished, and sealed for San Clemente's salt air and sun. We use penetrating sealers rated for coastal exposure and explain the resealing schedule so your investment holds up for years, not seasons.
Ready to get started? Call (714) 208-7038 or send us a message.
They showed up exactly when they said they would and finished our driveway in two days. The drainage is finally working correctly - no more puddles near the garage after rain. We have already recommended them to two neighbors.
Marcus T., San Clemente - Concrete driveway building
We wanted a stamped patio that matched the Spanish Colonial look of our home. They brought samples, helped us pick a pattern, and the finished surface looks like real stone. The HOA approved it on the first submission.
Renee A., Dana Point - Stamped concrete services
Our backyard was basically unusable because of a crumbling old slab. The crew tore out the old concrete, prepped the base properly, and poured a clean new patio in one day. We are outside every evening now.
James K., Laguna Niguel - Concrete patio construction
We respond within 1 business day. There is no obligation and no pressure. After you submit, someone from our office will call to schedule a free on-site estimate at your property. We come to you, assess the project in person, and give you a written quote.
(714) 208-7038Elite San Clemente Concrete is based in San Clemente, CA and serves 12 cities across South Orange County. From nearby Dana Point and San Juan Capistrano to Mission Viejo and Temecula, we provide the same quality work across our entire service area. We can typically schedule on-site estimates within the same week.
For a residential driveway, 4 inches is the standard minimum. Heavy vehicles or sloped lots call for 5-6 inches. That extra thickness is what keeps a slab from cracking under repeated weight over years.
Yes - salt air gradually works into unprotected concrete surfaces, causing pitting and flaking. In San Clemente, applying a penetrating sealer every 18-24 months is the single most effective way to slow that wear down.
Concrete outlasts asphalt in Southern California's heat and UV exposure. Asphalt softens in high temperatures and needs resurfacing more often. Concrete typically lasts 30+ years with basic maintenance versus 15-20 for asphalt. The{' '} Portland Cement Association offers detailed comparisons between the two materials.
New driveways, patios above a certain size, and any work touching the public right-of-way require a permit from the City of San Clemente. Your contractor should handle this - unpermitted work creates problems when you sell your home.
Poor base preparation and missing control joints are the two biggest causes of unwanted cracking. Control joints - the planned lines cut into a slab - give concrete a place to flex so cracks stay hidden rather than running across the surface.
Plain brushed concrete is the most common and most affordable. Stamped concrete adds patterns and color for a natural stone look. Exposed aggregate shows the pebbles in the mix. Each finish changes the look, maintenance needs, and price.
Elite San Clemente Concrete is a licensed and insured concrete contractor company based in San Clemente, CA, serving South Orange County and 12 surrounding cities since 2023. We hold a California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) license, which is the state-issued credential required to perform concrete work legally in California. Since 2023 we have completed projects across all 16 service categories, from residential driveways and patios to commercial foundations and parking lots.
Learn More About UsSmall hairline cracks can be filled and sealed. Once cracks are wider than a quarter inch, sections have shifted, or the surface is flaking in large areas, replacement is more cost-effective than repeated patching.
Unpermitted concrete work is not on record with the city. When you sell your home, a buyer's inspector or lender may flag it. You could be required to remove and redo the work at your own expense.
Seal the surface within the first few months and reseal every 18-24 months in coastal climates like San Clemente. Clean up oil spills quickly. Avoid using ice-melt products, which can damage the surface.
The American Concrete Institute publishes detailed standards for residential concrete work if you want to understand what proper installation looks like before meeting with a contractor. Ready to move forward? Call (714) 208-7038 for a free on-site estimate.
San Clemente is a coastal city of about 65,000 residents on the southern edge of Orange County, built on a series of hills and bluffs that drop down to the Pacific Ocean. According to Wikipedia, the city was founded in 1925 by Ole Hanson around a Spanish Colonial theme - white stucco walls, red tile roofs, and arched doorways that define the look of the city to this day. The terrain is hilly enough that flat lots are the exception, and most homes sit on sloped properties where drainage and grading are ongoing considerations.
Known as the "Spanish Village by the Sea," San Clemente draws visitors to spots like the San Clemente Pier and T-Street Beach, while residents enjoy some of the best year-round weather in California. The city also includes Talega, a large master-planned community in the northeast with newer homes built mostly in the 2000s, alongside older Spanish-style neighborhoods near downtown and the beach. Many neighborhoods are governed by HOAs with rules about exterior finishes and hardscape materials, which affects how concrete work is planned and approved.
The combination of salt air off the Pacific, steep hillside lots, and clay-heavy soils in parts of the city creates real challenges for concrete work. Salt accelerates surface wear, slopes demand careful drainage planning, and expansive soils push against slabs from below. As a contractor based here, we understand those conditions and build every project to handle them. Whether your home is a few blocks from Casa Romantica or up in the hills of Talega, we serve the whole city and treat every property with the same care.
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Elite San Clemente Concrete
106 S El Camino RealSan Clemente, CA 92672(714) 208-7038quotes@sanclementeconcretecontractor.comAlways open, 24/7.Call or message us today for a free on-site estimate. We serve San Clemente and 12 surrounding cities across South Orange County.
