In Macomb Township, concrete projects are often not about crumbling 60-year-old driveways. They are about finally building the patio the house never had, adding a pool deck, upgrading a plain builder driveway to something with more character, or fixing a slab by the garage that has sunk far sooner than it should have. Rock Solid Exteriors has handled all of that for Macomb County homeowners since 1997, and most of the township is a short 5- to 15-minute drive from our Clinton Township base.
Ready to plan your project? Our number is (844) 757-6543, or you can start a free concrete estimate online.
Concrete Services for Macomb Township Homes
- Patios for dining, grilling, fire pits and hot tubs, in plain, stamped, stained or exposed aggregate finishes.
- Pool decks with textured, slip-resistant surfaces.
- Driveways, including replacement, widening and decorative borders.
- Sidewalks and walkways from the driveway to the front door or around to the backyard.
- Steps and landings at front entries and back doors.
- Garage pads and slabs for sheds or equipment.
- Stamped, stained and exposed aggregate decorative concrete. Compare them on our concrete types page.
Backyard Concrete by Rock Solid
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Why Homeowners in Macomb Township Call Us
- Close to home. We are a quick trip up from Hayes Road, usually 5 to 15 minutes to a Macomb Township subdivision, which makes it easy for us to meet you on site more than once while planning a bigger backyard project.
- Local crews since 1997. Over 25 years of work for Macomb County homeowners.
- Certified exterior contractor. Rock Solid roofs as an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor, belongs to the NRCA, installs CertainTeed products, and holds James Hardie Select Contractor and Mastic Preferred siding credentials.
- Written, no-pressure estimates at no cost.
- Financing on approved credit makes a larger patio or pool deck easier to budget, and veterans save 10%.
The Supervisor Rob is definitely a seasoned professional and came out to my home multiple times before the job even started to look at every aspect of the project.
Eric T., Google review
Concrete Considerations in Macomb Township
Newer homes, bigger backyards
Macomb Township grew from about 50,000 residents in 2000 to 91,663 in 2020, and its 2022 Master Plan counts roughly 14,000 housing units built over two decades. Nine in ten occupied homes there are lived in by their owners. For a concrete contractor, that adds up to a lot of homeowners who have settled in and now want to make the yard work for them. Plenty of these houses came with only a small back stoop or a basic slab, and families expanding into outdoor living want something larger, better shaped and nicer to look at.
Settling near the house and garage
A common problem on homes built in the last few decades is sunken concrete right next to the garage or foundation. During construction, the ground around the basement is excavated and then backfilled. Backfill that was not compacted well keeps settling, and the driveway apron, walk or stoop sitting on it drops or tips toward the house. The fix is not a patch on top. The failed section has to come out so the base underneath can be rebuilt and compacted before new concrete is placed.
Drainage in a growing township
The township’s Master Plan puts real emphasis on flood control and resiliency as development continues. On your own lot, the lesson is simple: every new patio, walk or driveway needs a planned slope that moves water away from the house and does not dump it onto a neighbor or into a window well. We look at downspouts, grades and existing drainage before we form anything.
Winter on decorative concrete
Stamped and colored concrete looks great, but Michigan’s freeze-thaw cycles and deicing salts test every surface. The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association’s guidance for exterior slabs includes air-entrained concrete, proper finishing and curing, a breathable sealer, and no deicers in the first winter. For decorative surfaces, periodic resealing is part of the deal. If you want a textured look with less maintenance, exposed aggregate is worth a close look.
Rock Solid installed a beautiful exposed aggregate patio and pad by the garage. The concrete work is top notch and we are getting many complements on it.
Nancy P., Google review
From Estimate to Cleanup
- Planning visit. We measure the space, check grades and downspouts, and talk about how you will use it, whether that is a table for eight, a fire pit or a hot tub.
- Design and finish selection. Choose shape, size, finish, color and borders. We can also coordinate steps and walkways that connect to the new space.
- Written estimate. The complete scope, including removal of any old concrete, base preparation and finish work, in writing. Financing is available.
- Permits and approvals. We pull the permits your township requires. If your HOA needs plans, we will give you what you need to submit.
- Excavation and base. Old slabs and soil are removed as needed, and the base is compacted and graded.
- Forms, pour and finish. Forms are set to slope, concrete is placed and finished, control joints are added and decorative work is completed.
- Curing and cleanup. Once the slab has cured enough, forms are pulled and debris leaves with the crew.
- Walk-through. We review the finished project and explain curing times and first-winter care.
They did an amazing job on my back patio. The project came out smooth and hassle free. Robert was very informative, very friendly and all questions were answered.
Ana G., Google review
Macomb Township Concrete FAQs
Why has the concrete by my garage sunk even though my house is fairly new?
On newer homes, the soil next to the foundation and garage was dug out during construction and backfilled afterward. If that backfill was not compacted well, it keeps settling for years, and the driveway or walk resting on it settles with it. When we replace a sunken section, the base is dug out, re-compacted and brought back to grade before the new concrete goes in.
Can you pour a patio right up to my existing deck or sunroom?
Usually, yes. We plan the patio height, slope and joints around doors, decks and sunrooms so water drains away from the house and the transition is comfortable to walk. Tell us how you plan to use the space, and we will suggest a size and shape that fits.
What concrete finish works best around a pool?
Most homeowners want a surface with texture for wet feet. Exposed aggregate and textured or stamped finishes both offer more grip than a smooth trowel finish. We will show you samples and talk about how each one feels barefoot and how much upkeep it needs.
Do I need HOA approval for a new patio or driveway?
It depends on your subdivision. Some homeowners associations require approval for exterior changes such as driveway widening or large patios, and others do not. Check your association rules before you sign. We pull the permits your township requires and can give you plans and product details for an HOA application.
How do I care for decorative concrete through a Michigan winter?
Keep deicers off it during the first winter, use sand for traction instead, and avoid products with ammonium or magnesium in them, which the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association warns can damage concrete surfaces. Periodic resealing with a breathable sealer also helps stamped and colored concrete hold its looks.
Concrete Pages for Nearby Communities
We also pour concrete in Clinton Township, Utica, Mount Clemens, Sterling Heights, Warren and Rochester Hills. See every service on our main concrete page.
Plan Your Macomb Township Concrete Project
If you are ready for a patio, pool deck or a driveway that finally looks as good as the house, we will come out, help you plan it and give you a written price for free. Call (844) 757-6543.
Talk to Us About Your Project
Estimates are free, in your home and with no obligation. Call (844) 757-6543 to talk to someone about your concrete project in Macomb Township, or request an estimate online.
We also handle roof, siding, window work in Macomb Township. See all of our concrete services, or the communities we cover on our areas served page.