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Masonry and Concrete Services in Huston, TX.

Professional driveway, patio, and walkway installation backed by 10 years of experience. Serving Houston and surrounding areas within 50 miles of 77024.

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Driveway Construction Houston, TX.

High Quality Installations & Replacements

Your Houston driveway’s cracking again. You patched it last year, and the year before that. Now those cracks are back wider, deeper, spreading like spiderwebs across concrete that’s clearly failing. Whether you’re in Spring Valley Village, near the Galleria, or over by Hobby Airport, Houston’s clay soil is destroying driveways that weren’t built right from the start.

I’m Marco Lopez. Been doing driveway construction throughout Houston for 10 years now. The problem with most driveways failing in 3-5 years? Contractors skip proper excavation and base prep to save time. Then homeowners end up paying twice once for the cheap install, again for proper replacement. Call now and let’s build your driveway correctly the first time.

About AMS Pavers Services LLC

Professional Driveway, Patio, Porch and Terrace Construction in Houston, TX.

AMS Pavers Services LLC was founded in 2015 to provide Houston homeowners with expert masonry and concrete contractors who understand local conditions. Houston’s expansive clay soil requires different base preparation than other areas. Drainage matters more here because we get 50+ inches of rain annually. Temperature swings stress concrete differently in our climate.

My crew knows Houston because we live here. We’ve built driveways throughout Houston, TX, Downtown Houston, Midtown, Montrose, Museum District, Heights / The Heights and outher surrounding areas. When I look at your property, I can usually tell you what soil challenges you’ll face and how to address them that come from 10 years of experience on Houston streets, not reading installation manuals written for different climates.

Expert paver installation, driveway construction, and masonry services in Houston, TX. 10+ years experience.

  • 10 Years Building Driveways That Survive Houston's Challenging Conditions
  • Proper Excavation, Base Prep & Drainage Engineering for Clay Soil
  • Stamped Concrete, Decorative & Traditional Options With Solid Foundations
  • Licensed, Insured Local Contractors Accountable to Houston Neighborhoods
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Our Masonry and Concrete Services

Driveway Construction in Houston, TX.

You want a driveway that'll last? It's everything underneath that matters. Around East Aldine and South Houston, I've torn out driveways that weren't even 5 years old because contractors poured concrete straight on dirt. Here's how it should go: We dig down 8-12 inches, remove topsoil, bring in crushed limestone, compact it properly, and grade so water runs away from your house. Then we install wire mesh or rebar, pour 4 inches minimum of 3000 PSI concrete, and cut control joints every 10 feet.

Houston's expansive clay soil swells when wet and shrinks when dry, constantly moving your driveway. Add our summer heat, humidity, and those random February freezes, and your concrete takes a beating. We address soil issues up front with proper excavation and base material. Finishing options include broom finish for slip resistance, stamped patterns popular in Spring Valley Village, or exposed aggregate for texture. We handle all Houston permit requirements and city inspections so you don't deal with the building department bureaucracy.

Common Issues We Handle:

  • Driveways splitting apart because nobody dealt with Houston's clay soil movement
  • Water pooling or running into garages from improper grading
  • Thin concrete breaking under normal vehicles because contractors cheaped out
  • Driveways too narrow for modern trucks scraping mirrors on both sides
  • Amateur patch jobs that look worse than the original cracking problem

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Patio Construction in Houston, TX.

Walk out back right now using that patio or just looking at it through the window? Most patios around Aldine crack within three years because nobody thinks about Houston weather. Summer heat expands concrete, winter cold contracts it, rain saturates soil underneath, then drought shrinks everything back. Size matters more than people realize. You can't fit four chairs and a grill on a 10x10 slab. We'll walk your yard, talk about what you're actually doing out there, and size it right for fire pits, outdoor kitchens, or future additions.

Base prep is critical in Houston's climate. We dig out organic material, bring in 6-8 inches of compacted base, and grade for drainage away from your foundation. We install expansion joints where the patio meets your house because concrete needs room to move with temperature swings. Decorative options like stamped patterns mimicking slate or flagstone, border designs, and multi-color custom work are popular throughout the 77053 area. Whatever you pick needs proper construction underneath first or it doesn't matter how pretty it looks when it cracks in two years.

Common Issues We Handle:

  • Patios turning into swimming pools every rain because drainage was an afterthought
  • Cracking everywhere from soil that was never properly compacted before pouring
  • Tiny patios nobody can actually use for entertaining or relaxing
  • Cracks between patio and house from missing expansion joints during construction
  • Slick surfaces becoming dangerous when wet because the finish is too smooth

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Porch Construction in Houston, TX.

Your front porch is what everyone sees first, delivery drivers, neighbors, appraisers. If it's cracked or ugly, that's your impression. Wood porches around South Houston? The humidity rots them, termites eat them, and replacing boards gets expensive fast. Concrete makes sense here; it'll outlast wood by decades, doesn't need paint, and termites won't touch it. We've replaced probably 50 wooden porches in Spring Valley Village alone. The first question is always: what's this porch for? Just standing while unlocking doors, or sitting with morning coffee? That determines size and cost.

Structure's important because porches connect to your house and need Houston building code compliance. We ensure footings are adequate, height matches your doorway properly, and drainage slopes away from your entrance not pooling at the door during our afternoon thunderstorms. Finishes range from basic broom texture (works fine, nobody slips) to stamped patterns matching your house style. Steps need specific dimensions for safety and code. If you're thinking about adding columns or a roof eventually, we'll build the porch strong enough now to handle that weight.

Common Issues We Handle:

  • Rotted wood porches falling apart from Houston humidity and termite damage
  • Porches sloped wrong dumping water at your front door every rain
  • Stoops so small you can barely stand while juggling groceries and keys
  • Cracked uneven surfaces creating trip hazards for elderly visitors
  • Separation from house causing water to leak into your home's structure

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Terrace Construction in Houston, TX.

Sloped backyard that's basically useless? Soil washing away creating gullies every storm? Terracing fixes both problems while giving you actual flat space. In neighborhoods around East Aldine and Aldine with any kind of hill, terraces aren't just nice, they're necessary unless you enjoy watching topsoil disappear every thunderstorm. Building terraces means retaining walls that can handle serious soil pressure. Houston's clay soil gets heavy when saturated, pushing hard against whatever's holding it back. We install drainage systems behind every wall, gravel backfill, drain pipes, weep holes.

What you end up with is multiple level areas for seating, gardens, or play spaces connected by steps or sloped walkways. The challenge is accessing equipment and materials into sloped backyards around South Houston takes planning and the right gear. Each level needs proper base prep just like any concrete work. Done right, terraces become the best feature of your yard instead of that unusable hill. Around Spring Valley Village, we've built terrace systems that added thousands to property values just by making yards functional during Houston's unpredictable weather patterns.

Common Issues We Handle:

  • Sloped yards where furniture slides downhill and nothing stays level
  • Erosion washing away your yard creating trenches and bare spots every rain
  • Failed retaining walls tilting forward because somebody built them without drainage
  • Water running down slopes straight into your foundation during storms
  • No safe way to get from one level to another without risking twisted ankles

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Masonry Concrete Repair in Houston, TX.

Not everything needs total replacement. Sometimes repair makes sense and saves you serious money. The trick is knowing when repair will actually last versus just postponing the inevitable. I've been doing this long enough around Aldine and the area to tell you honestly which way your situation goes. Surface spalling where the top layer flakes off from Houston's heat cycles can usually be fixed if concrete underneath is solid. We grind out bad material, use bonding agents, and patch with products made for our climate.

Cracks are trickier. Hairline cracks just need sealing to keep water out during afternoon thunderstorms. Wider cracks need routing out, cleaning, and filling with flexible sealant that moves with temperature swings. Really wide cracks or ones that keep growing? That's usually settling or heaving from clay soil underneath, and patching won't fix the root problem. Sunken sections can sometimes be lifted with mudjacking pumping material underneath to raise slabs back up. We've lifted driveways, walkways, and patio sections all over Spring Valley Village and East Aldine for half what replacement costs.

Common Issues We Handle:

  • Surface flaking from Houston heat making concrete look terrible but structure's still okay
  • Expansion joints deteriorated letting water infiltrate during rain causing more damage
  • Cracks letting water seep through and weeds grow in the gaps
  • Sunken spots creating trip hazards and places where water pools after storms
  • Broken corners and edges from impacts or poor original installation

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Retaining Walls in Houston, TX.

See that slope eroding away? Your neighbor's wall leaning over looking sketchy? Retaining walls hold back soil on sloped properties, control erosion, and create usable space. Problem is, most walls around East Aldine and South Houston were built by landscapers who know plants but not engineering. Three years later, they're failing. The whole game with retaining walls is drainage. Houston clay holds water, and when saturated soil presses against a wall, it creates massive force thousands of pounds that'll push over walls that look solid.

That's why we install 6-12 inches of gravel behind every wall, perforated drain pipe at the base, and weep holes through the face. Material choices depend on needs and budget: engineered block systems are cost-effective with design options, natural stone looks organic but costs more, poured concrete is strongest for serious height. In Spring Valley Village where yards have significant slopes, we've built walls from 2 feet to over 6 feet tall. Anything over 4 feet needs engineering stamps and Houston building permits. We handle all that bureaucracy during our unpredictable rain seasons.

Common Issues We Handle:

  • Walls leaning forward or cracking because water pressure built up behind them
  • Erosion destroying landscaping and creating drainage nightmares after storms
  • Walls settling because they weren't built on proper footings in clay soil
  • No drainage system letting water pressure accumulate until failure
  • DIY disasters using inadequate materials or completely wrong construction methods

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Walkway Construction in Houston, TX.

That worn path through your grass where everyone cuts across? The cracked sidewalk to your front door that's a lawsuit waiting to happen? Walkways protect your landscaping, direct foot traffic where you want it, and pull together outdoor spaces. Around Aldine and the 77053 area, we've built walkways that completely changed how properties function. Width matters; three feet feels tight, four feet works better for main paths. Base prep is the same drill: excavate organic material, bring in compacted base, grade for drainage away from structures.

Walkways only need 3-4 inches of concrete since they're not supporting vehicles, but they still need wire mesh to control cracking from Houston's soil movement. Control joints every 4-6 feet give cracks a place to form neatly. Finishes can match your driveway for consistency or contrast for visual interest stamped patterns, colored concrete, exposed aggregate, or decorative borders. In South Houston where lots have mature trees, we design walkways working around roots while providing safe solid paths that survive our humidity, heat, and afternoon thunderstorms year-round.

Common Issues We Handle:

  • Cracked heaving walkways that catch toes and cause trips from soil movement
  • Paths too narrow where people bump into each other or landscaping
  • Standing water on walkways after Houston rains making them unusable
  • Missing connections forcing people to walk through grass or flower beds
  • Settled sections creating lips and uneven surfaces that pool water

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Masonry Concrete Removal in Houston, TX.

Sometimes you just gotta tear it out. Concrete's too far gone, was never done right, or you're redesigning everything. Demo needs to be done right or you're creating headaches for whatever comes next. We've got equipment to handle anything from small sections to entire driveways without tearing up your property. Small jobs or tight spaces around South Houston get jackhammers and hand tools, careful work protecting landscaping and structures. Big jobs get the skid-steer with hydraulic breaker making quick work of even thick, heavily reinforced concrete.

Here's what separates us: we actually haul it away. Load it, haul it, dispose of it properly some can be recycled depending on condition. You're not stuck with rubble piles for weeks. In neighborhoods like Aldine where houses are close together, we're careful about dust control, noise timing (respecting Houston's noise ordinances), and protecting your neighbor's property. We handle permits if required by the city, coordinate with utility companies if we're working near lines, and ensure proper disposal meeting Houston environmental regulations for construction debris during our humid conditions.

Common Issues We Handle:

  • Concrete so damaged from Houston clay soil movement that repair costs more than replacement
  • Poorly installed concrete from contractors who didn't know what they were doing
  • Thick or heavily reinforced concrete needing specialized equipment to break up
  • Tight access situations requiring creative approaches to get equipment into yards
  • Removal needed for landscape redesign, additions, or pool installation projects

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Masonry Concrete Staining in Houston, TX.

Want your concrete to look completely different without the cost of tearing it out? Staining works miracles on driveways, patios, walkways, and porches that are structurally fine but boring. Around Spring Valley Village and the 77053 area, we've stained hundreds of surfaces, turning plain gray into rich colors. Two types work differently: Acid stains react chemically with concrete giving earth tones like browns and terra cotta every slab comes out unique. Water-based stains offer more color choices like blues, greens, and grays with more consistent results.

Prep work makes or breaks staining in Houston's climate. The surface needs to be absolutely clean: oil, dirt, old sealers prevent stain from penetrating right. We acid wash, scrub, sometimes grind if needed. Always test small areas first so you see what to expect before we stain your whole driveway. After staining, we seal it. Sealer protects color, adds sheen, and makes concrete more resistant to stains from our humidity, afternoon thunderstorms, and intense UV exposure. Around East Aldine and Aldine, we've stained everything from small porches to large driveways.

Common Issues We Handle:

  • Plain gray concrete making your property look cheap and boring
  • Minor imperfections obvious on bare concrete but blending in with staining
  • Repair patches that stick out like sore thumbs and don't match surrounding concrete
  • Old faded stains needing proper stripping and fresh application after years of sun
  • Concrete stained from oil or rust requiring deep cleaning before new staining

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Why Choose AMS Pavers Services LLC

Why Our Driveway Construction in Houston, TX. Works Different

Big companies send random crews. You never know who’s showing up or if they know what they’re doing. When something goes wrong months later, good luck getting them back. We’re not running that kind of operation. I’m Marco Lopez, I own this company, and I’m on your property personally checking the work. Not because I don’t trust my crew, they’re good. But because my name’s attached to every job we do, and I’ve got to be able to sleep at night.

We Answer the Phone (Actually Try Calling)

You'll reach a real person who can actually answer questions and schedule appointments. We return calls the same day. We show up when we say we will. We stay in touch throughout your project

Ten Years Means We've Already Made Every Mistake

Started this business in 2015. Still here, still growing, mostly from referrals. That doesn't happen if you cut corners or disappear when problems show up.

You See Exactly What You're Paying For

Our estimates break down every cost. Materials, labor, equipment, permits, everything. Not some vague "probably around this much" number that doubles once we start. You know what you're paying before we shake hands.

We Actually Understand Houston's Concrete Problems

We don't just work here, we live here. We've dealt with every soil condition this city has. We know which neighborhoods around Aldine and East Aldine have the worst drainage.

Testimonials

Client Review

Three contractors came out about our driveway. The first guy never called back. Second barely looked at it, and gave me a number on the spot that seemed fake. Marco got down on his hands and knees checking the base, explained exactly why it was failing, and gave us a detailed written estimate. It took five days to finish and it's been perfect for eight months now. Actually worth the money
Jennifer R, Houston, TX
Our patio was a mess cracked everywhere, flooded when it rained, unusable basically. Marco's crew tore it out, fixed all the grading issues, and poured new stamped concrete that looks amazing. They showed up on time every day, kept the work area clean, and finished when they said they would. First contractor in years who actually did what they promised
Robert M, Spring Valley, TX
Needed driveway extension and walkway to connect our patio. Marco was the only one who really listened to what we wanted instead of just selling us a package. Made suggestions that improved our original ideas. The crew was respectful, professional, and the finished work is better than we expected. Already told two neighbors to call him
Patricia ., South Houston, TX

Contact Us for Driveway Construction in Houston, TX.

Tired of looking at that crack every day? Ready to stop worrying about your driveway, patio, or walkway failing completely? Whether you’re in Spring Valley Village with a cracked driveway, East Aldine needing a new patio, or South Houston dealing with a failing retaining wall, we’ve seen it and fixed it before. Call AMS Pavers Services LLC today at Driveway Construction in Houston TX. We’ll come out, look at what you’ve got, tell you honestly what needs doing, and give you written pricing. No pressure, no sales games. Just straight information from someone who’s been doing this work in Houston for 10 years.

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Yes, call now for urgent concrete issues. We’ll assess within 1-2 days, handle temporary safety fixes immediately, and schedule permanent repairs based on availability.

Absolutely. Houston’s expansive clay soil swells when wet and shrinks when dry, causing constant shifting and pressure that cracks concrete over time.

Basic 4-inch concrete runs $8-12 per square foot; decorative options $12-20. A typical 800 sq ft two-car driveway costs $6,400-16,000 depending on conditions and finish.

Wait 7-10 days minimum. Driving too early risks surface damage, tire impressions, and cracks even though it looks hard after a few days.

Yes, Houston typically requires permits for driveway replacements to ensure proper drainage. We handle all permit applications, city coordination, and inspections for you.

Concrete it stays stable in Houston’s 95+ degree heat while asphalt softens, and lasts 30+ years versus 15-20 for asphalt with more design options.

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Stop settling for patch jobs on failing concrete. AMS Pavers Services LLC is ready to build the driveway you should have gotten the first time engineered for Houston conditions, built to last decades. Reach out now for honest assessment and quality work Houston homeowners trust.

Areas We Serve

Houston TX
Spring Valley Village TX
Aldine TX
East Aldine TX
South Houston TX

About Company

AMS Pavers Services LLC, owned by Marco Lopez, brings 10 years of experience in delivering expert masonry and concrete solutions with precision and durability. We specialize in creating long-lasting, high-quality outdoor and structural projects tailored to your needs.

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  • Retaining Walls
  • Driveway Construction
  • Patio Construction
  • Porch Construction
  • Terrace Construction
  • Walkway Construction
  • Masonry Concrete Repair
  • Masonry Concrete Removal
  • Masonry Concrete Staining

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