National planning ranges
Prices checked 2026-09-25. The figures below are published U.S. ranges from HomeGuide, not east-metro rates or your technician's quote. A site assessment sets the actual scope and price.
| Job | National planning range | Published source |
|---|---|---|
| Standard to basic decorative driveway | $6 to $15 per sq ft installed | HomeGuide driveway cost, June 3, 2025 |
| Plain concrete patio | $4 to $12 per sq ft installed | HomeGuide patio cost, July 10, 2025 |
| Mudjacking a sunken slab | $4 to $9 per sq ft | HomeGuide mudjacking cost, November 5, 2025 |
Tear-out and base
Ask for removal and haul-away separately from new concrete. If the exposed gravel is thin, wet or mixed with clay, a corrected base may change the price. The written proposal should say how discovered base work is approved: allowance, unit rate or change order.
Thickness, reinforcement and mix
Compare proposed thickness and reinforcement with the city minimum for the address and any heavier vehicle load. Cottage Grove's driveway handout gives a local minimum. NRMCA CIP 2 explains air entrainment for freeze-thaw exposure.
Finish, access and permits
Broom finish, aggregate, color and stamping involve different labor and care. A narrow route can change how concrete reaches the forms. Street-apron or curb work may need a separate permit and inspection; show the public and private portions as separate quote lines. A late-fall pour can require cold-weather protection.
Written-quote checklist
Compare proposals line by line:
- Measured square footage, tear-out and haul-away.
- Base depth, compaction, slab thickness and reinforcement.
- Mix, joints, slope, drainage and finish.
- Apron or sidewalk work, permits, inspections and utility locates.
- Curing, first-use date, cleanup and change-order terms.
The driveway page explains how those parts fit a replacement. Your technician confirms the work and price for the actual property.