Walkways and steps

Concrete Walkways in Grays Harbor, Mason & Thurston Counties

Front walks, side paths, garden walkways and steps that stay safe underfoot in the rain and look sharp for years.

Lit concrete walkway leading to a front door at dusk

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Walkway installation

The path to your front door

A walkway gets used every single day, by you, your family, your guests and the delivery driver. Old walks that have heaved, sunk or cracked into trip hazards are one of the most common reasons people call us.

We lay out new walkways to fit the way you actually move around the house: straight and clean to the front door, or curving through the garden to the patio. Concrete steps can be poured with the walk so the whole entry ties together.

What's included

What every job includes

Layout and excavation

Straight or curved, sized for your entry and how it is used.

Compacted base

So the walk stays level and does not settle into a trip hazard.

Steps and landings

Poured with the walkway when your entry needs them. [PLACEHOLDER: confirm steps are offered]

Broom finish for grip

A textured surface that holds up on wet days.

Decorative options

Stamped borders or a full pattern. See decorative concrete.

Licensed. Bonded. Insured.

Licensed, bonded and insured in Washington. [PLACEHOLDER: WA contractor registration #]

Local know-how

Moss, roots and rain

Shady walkways here grow moss and get slick, and the big trees that make neighborhoods around Olympia and Shelton so pretty also push old sidewalks up from below. A broom finish, a little slope so water sheds off, and a good base go a long way. If roots are the problem, we talk through options before we pour.

"Fontaine construction is great! They built us a retaining wall, cement walkway, patio and hot tub pad. All the work they did turned out amazing! Dino, the owner, honest, trustworthy, friendly and hard working. His price for each part of the was very fair. We are going to have him back out to do more work. In the construction business there can be some unscrupulous individuals that try to take advantage of your ignorance. Dino and Fontaine Construction are the opposite of that. I truly believe Dino tried his best to make us happy."

Derek B.Olympia, WA

How it works

Our process

Free quote
Tell us about the project. We come look at the site, talk through options and give you a clear price.
Prep
Excavation, grading, base and forms, all done before a drop of concrete shows up.
Pour and finish
The crew pours, levels and finishes in one push for a consistent surface.
Cleanup and walkthrough
We clean up, walk you through the finished job and tell you how to care for it. [PLACEHOLDER: confirm cure and care guidance]

Questions

Walkways FAQ

Have a question that isn't here? Call 360-463-1098.

How wide should a front walkway be?

Wide enough that two people can walk side by side to the door is a good goal for a main entry. Side paths can be narrower. We suggest a width based on your entry and how the walk gets used.

Can you replace a sidewalk that tree roots pushed up?

Yes. We break out the damaged section, deal with the base underneath and pour new. If the walk is in the public right-of-way, a city permit may be needed, and we will tell you if it is.

Can a walkway match my existing concrete?

New concrete is always a little brighter than concrete that has weathered for years, but the color evens out with time. A clean joint between old and new keeps it looking intentional.

Can I get a stamped walkway?

Yes. Stamped and colored finishes work well on walkways. See decorative concrete for options.

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