Los Angeles Concrete Contractor — Driveways, Patios & Foundations
Licensed concrete contractor serving Los Angeles since 2010 — custom driveways, patios, walkways, pool decks, and foundations built to last in the Los Angeles climate.
Hillstar Construction is a licensed concrete contractor serving Los Angeles homeowners since 2010. We handle the full range of residential concrete work — driveways, patios, walkways, pool decks, and foundations — with a choice of finishes including broom, smooth, stamped, and exposed aggregate. Every project starts with a free on-site estimate and a clear written scope, and every finished pour is backed by our workmanship guarantee. We proudly serve Woodland Hills, Encino, Sherman Oaks, Tarzana, Studio City, Reseda, and communities throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
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Planning & Preparation
Every concrete project in Los Angeles starts with a free on-site assessment. We evaluate grading, drainage, soil conditions, slope, and access — then design a layout that fits your property, protects against water issues, and meets Los Angeles building codes.
Our team handles permits where required, material selection, mix design, and scheduling. We walk you through finish options — broom, smooth, stamped, or exposed aggregate — and match the finish to how the surface will actually be used, whether that is a driveway, patio, walkway, or pool deck.
Concrete work is often part of a broader home remodel, so we coordinate carefully with other trades to keep your project on schedule. As a licensed concrete contractor in Los Angeles, we make sure every project starts with a solid, documented plan before any ground is broken.
Concrete Process
Once your plan is approved, our in-house crew handles every step — excavation, grading, compaction, rebar placement, forming, the pour itself, finishing, and curing. We use proper mix designs and reinforcement for each application, whether it is a residential driveway, a backyard patio, a pool deck, or a structural foundation.
Los Angeles heat and dry conditions require specific curing techniques to prevent cracking and surface weakness. We manage moisture, timing, and protection throughout the cure so the finished concrete stays strong for decades. Our crew keeps the jobsite clean, protects landscaping, and gives you regular updates from pour day through final walkthrough.
From small walkway pours to full driveway construction and foundation pours for home additions, our concrete services cover projects of every size across Los Angeles.
Finished Results
A new concrete driveway, patio, walkway, or pool deck transforms the look, function, and value of your property. We deliver smooth finishes, clean edges, correct drainage, and a surface built to handle the Los Angeles sun, traffic, and seasonal rain for years to come.
From stamped and brushed finishes to modern hardscape layouts, Hillstar Construction delivers concrete services in Los Angeles that homeowners are proud of — and every project is backed by final inspection and our workmanship guarantee. Concrete work pairs naturally with hardscape and driveway upgrades when you want the full exterior to feel finished.
Whether you need a new driveway, a backyard patio, a pool deck, or a foundation pour for an ADU construction project, Hillstar Construction stands behind every square foot we pour.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a concrete project take from start to finish?
For most residential pours — driveways, patios, walkways, pool decks — on-site work is completed within 3 to 5 days: one day for excavation and prep, one for forming and rebar, one for the pour and finishing, then two or more days of initial curing before the surface is ready for normal use. Foundation pours for home additions and ADUs take longer because of structural inspections and heavier rebar work.
How soon can I walk or drive on new concrete?
General rule is 24 hours for foot traffic, 72 hours for light vehicles, and 7 days before parking heavier vehicles or trucks. Full structural strength develops over 28 days — we advise holding off on heavy loads until then. Los Angeles heat can stress the cure, so we protect and moisture-control the surface to keep it on schedule.
What concrete finishes do you offer?
We install all the standard residential finishes — broom (most driveways), smooth trowel, stamped (brick, stone, slate, and wood patterns), and exposed aggregate. We also do saw-cut joint patterns and color-integrated concrete. At the estimate we match the finish to how the surface will actually be used so slip resistance and wear hold up.
Do I need a permit for concrete work in Los Angeles?
Driveway aprons, large replacements, foundation pours, and anything affecting drainage typically require a Los Angeles permit. Small patios and walkways that don't change drainage or structure often don't. We confirm the exact requirements with the city before starting and handle the permit process when it's needed.
How do you prevent cracking in the Los Angeles climate?
Proper preparation drives everything — compacted sub-base, correct rebar and mesh placement, the right mix design, and control joints cut at the correct depth and spacing. During the cure we manage moisture and protection to counter the dry Los Angeles air and heat. More detail is in our write-up on professional concrete services.
Can you pour foundations for home additions and ADUs?
Yes. Structural foundation work is one of our core specialties, and we regularly pour foundations for home additions and ADU construction projects. These pours are engineered to the structural plans, inspected by the city, and tied cleanly into the existing structure.
Lior is a fantastic general contractor. He has tremendous work ethic and strong attention to detail.
— J. Glaser, June 2017Hillstar Construction Services is the best, save your time and don’t call anyone else. Lior and his team are professionals.
— Jose Blanco, November 2015
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