Concrete Contractor in Kirkland, WA
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(206) 566-0528
Driveways, patios, stamped concrete, steps, retaining walls, slabs and repair for homes and small businesses in Kirkland, WA.
- Local permit notes for Kirkland
- Base and drainage planned for the site
- Typical price ranges on every service page
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Concrete work in Kirkland
Kirkland runs from waterfront neighborhoods below steep bluffs up to Finn Hill, Rose Hill and Kingsgate. Many homes sit on slopes that drop toward Lake Washington, and redevelopment has added a lot of new houses next to original 1950s through 70s homes.
We work across Juanita, Finn Hill, Totem Lake, Kingsgate, Rose Hill, Houghton, Lakeview, Moss Bay, Market and Norkirk.
Concrete services in Kirkland
Each page covers what’s involved, typical price ranges, local permit notes and what to send for a quote.
Concrete Driveways in Kirkland
Stamped Concrete in Kirkland
Concrete Patios in Kirkland
Retaining Walls in Kirkland
Concrete Steps & Stairs in Kirkland
Concrete Pool Decks in Kirkland
Concrete Repair & Leveling in Kirkland
Concrete Sidewalks in Kirkland
Concrete Slabs in KirklandPhotos are illustrative, not completed projects of ours.
What’s different about concrete in Kirkland
Slopes and hills
Finn Hill, Juanita, Houghton and the bluffs above the lake have steep lots. Kirkland’s permit exemptions don’t apply in steep slope, landslide or other critical areas, so walls and grading there get reviewed.
Soil and water
Glacial soils on the ridges are generally firm, while lower areas near Juanita Bay and creek corridors can be wetter and softer. Slopes push water downhill toward patios and foundations. Drains behind walls and along patios matter as much as the concrete itself.
Sidewalks and right-of-way
Kirkland requires a Public Works permit for driveway replacement and for any work in the public right-of-way, so most driveway jobs here involve the City.
Trees
Kirkland regulates tree removal and protects trees during construction, which affects how close we can dig near large trees.
Lots and access
Smaller lots near downtown and the lake, larger ones up the hill. Many back yards step down a slope and need walls or steps to be usable.
Homes we see
Original ramblers and split-levels next to new construction and townhomes, especially around Totem Lake and Houghton.
Have a concrete project in Kirkland?
Call to talk it through, or send a few details and photos.
Permits in Kirkland
Permits for concrete work in Kirkland go through Kirkland Development Services Center. Here is what usually triggers one; the City decides for your address.
| Work | When a permit usually comes up |
|---|---|
| Patios, walks and driveways on your lot | Often exempt from a building permit at ground level; grading, drainage and critical areas can change that. Kirkland requires a Public Works permit for driveway replacement |
| Retaining walls | Walls over 4 ft from the bottom of the footing, or holding back a driveway or slope |
| Sidewalks, curbs, driveway approaches | Right-of-way work with a City permit |
| Foundations and building slabs | Part of the building permit, with inspections |
Typical price ranges
| Service | Typical range other local contractors publish |
|---|---|
| Concrete Driveways | $6–$10 per sq ft (broom finish) |
| Stamped Concrete | $12–$16 per sq ft (single-color stamped) |
| Concrete Patios | $6–$10 per sq ft (broom finish patio) |
| Concrete Foundations | $6–$14 per sq ft (slab-on-grade (base, vapor barrier, rebar, pour)) |
| Retaining Walls | $80–$150 per linear ft (poured concrete, up to 4 ft) |
| Concrete Steps & Stairs | $2,500–$5,500 per set (3–5 steps with landing) |
| Concrete Pool Decks | $14–$28 per sq ft (concrete pool deck, by finish) |
| Concrete Repair & Leveling | $5–$15 per linear ft (crack cleaning and sealing) |
| Concrete Sidewalks | $18–$28 per sq ft (right-of-way panel replacement (incl. permit coordination, demo, pour)) |
| Concrete Slabs | from about $5 per sq ft (basic utility or shed slab) |
Typical market ranges, not a quote from Seattle Concrete Contractors. Published by other Seattle-area contractors, checked November 2026. Your site in Kirkland decides the real number.
How a project usually runs
- Send the basicsPhotos, rough size, and what’s wrong with the existing concrete.
- Talk through the siteAccess, slope, drainage, removal and permits.
- Written quoteThickness, base, reinforcement, finish and cleanup in writing.
- Prep, pour, cureBase and forms, the pour, then cure time before use.
Concrete in Kirkland: common questions
Do I need a permit for concrete work in Kirkland?
Kirkland lists retaining walls and rockeries over 4 ft tall as needing a permit, and requires a Public Works permit for driveway replacement or any work in the right-of-way. Exemptions don’t apply in steep slope or other critical areas.
Do you need a permit to replace a driveway in Kirkland?
Kirkland’s own permit guide says a Public Works permit is required for driveway replacement. We plan for that in the schedule.
Can you build on Kirkland’s steep lots?
Yes. Steep sites change forming, access and drainage, and some walls need an engineer. We’ll tell you early if your site needs one.
Tell us about your project
A few photos and rough measurements are enough to start. If you’re not sure what the job needs, describe the problem and we’ll talk it through.
Call (206) 566-0528 or use the quote form at the top of this page.
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