Concrete steps construction in Tustin CA - a solid way up to your front door
If your steps are cracked, sinking or crumbling at the edges, our crew builds new concrete steps that sit firm and look neat.
Out with the old
We break out the worn steps and haul the concrete away.
Poured or precast
We form and pour on site, or set precast steps.
A look underneath
We check the ground and the water before building anything new.
A neat finish
We give each tread a broom finish, a light texture for grip.
Should you repair your concrete steps or build new ones?
Concrete steps construction in Tustin means our crew either forms, pours and finishes new steps right at your door or sets precast steps in place, so you have a solid, even way in and out of your house.
Thank you for considering us. Most calls start with steps that are cracked, sinking or pulling away from the house, and the first question is whether to patch them or start over. I go over precast and poured steps with you, and if the old steps are breaking up because of what's underneath, I'll say so before suggesting a repair.
The price mostly turns on the method you choose and the height and width of the steps, and with poured steps the forms and the rebar, steel set inside to help hold the concrete together, are part of the material cost. The schedule turns on whether the city needs to review plans and inspect. My written estimate spells out what's included.
- A straight answer on repair or rebuild
- Precast and poured weighed side by side
- Steps that sit firm against the house
- A tidy site when the crew leaves
How do you know your concrete steps need work?
Look into your steps when they feel different underfoot or the cracks keep growing, since they carry every trip in and out of your house.
Cracks across the treads
Cracks that run across a step or keep widening usually mean the concrete is moving, not just wearing on the surface.
Steps pulling away from the house
A gap opening between the top step and your threshold usually means the steps are settling, and it tends to grow.
Crumbling or chipped edges
Edges that flake or break off make your footing uncertain, especially for anyone carrying groceries or a child up the steps.
Water sitting on the treads
Puddles on the treads or at the base point to a drainage problem that keeps working on the concrete every rainy season.
A step that rocks or tilts
If a step shifts or leans when you stand on it, the ground beneath has likely moved and the steps need a closer look.
Rust stains or showing steel
Rust streaks or bare steel showing through mean water has reached the rebar inside, and the concrete around it will keep breaking.
Ask for your free steps estimate
Send photos of your steps and their rough height and width. We reply within one business day to set up a free on-site estimate, with no obligation.
What I check on a concrete steps visit
Before I recommend a repair, a rebuild, precast or poured, I look at what's causing the trouble, because new concrete over the same problem usually doesn't hold up.
The ground underneath
Settling or a soft spot under the steps tells me whether a repair can hold or whether the steps should come out.
Where the water runs
I check gutters, downspouts and the ground near the steps, because water collecting at the base is a common reason steps break down.
The space you have
I measure the height and width you need, which drives the price and shows whether a precast size fits or poured makes more sense.
How a concrete steps job runs
We plan each steps job around how you use your entry, so you know when the old steps come out, what happens in between and what comes next.
Your first call
Thank you for calling. We listen to what you have in mind and set a time to come out and see the steps.
The site visit
We measure, look over the ground and access, and answer your questions on the spot so nothing is left unclear.
Written estimate
You get a written estimate that spells out what's included, so you can compare it and decide in your own time.
Permit and pour
Once you're ready, we take care of any permit steps, prepare the ground, then form and pour or set the precast steps.
The walk-through
We walk the finished steps with you, and we keep in touch throughout the job so you know what comes next.
Why Tustin homeowners call Custom Tustin Concrete Company for steps
From the first call to the last, you can expect courtesy, plain explanations and the choice left to you. We're fully licensed and insured. Satisfaction guaranteed.
I write every estimate myself
I come out to look at every job and measure it myself, so the person pricing your steps is the one answering for them.
In business since 2020
We've been in business since 2020, and steps are among the jobs we're best known for, done neatly and explained clearly.
Our crew, checked on site
Our own crew of finishers and laborers does the work, and I check in with them while your steps are underway.
Bigger problems named early
If what's under your steps points to the house itself, we also handle foundation installation and slab foundation building. Call (714) 361-0137 to start.
Concrete steps construction in Tustin and nearby cities
In Tustin, plans for grading or building-related work go to the city for review before construction starts, and the Building Division counter has the permit application forms. We help with the application, and if we're unsure what applies to your steps, we ask the city before work begins. Any work that reaches the public sidewalk or street needs an encroachment permit from the city's Engineering Division.
Before digging, the city asks that underground utilities be marked through Underground Service Alert of Southern California at least 2 full working days ahead, so we plan the dig around that wait. Some parts of Orange County have expansive soil that swells and shrinks with moisture, one more reason I look hard at the ground. We're based in Tustin and work in the cities around it, including Irvine and Santa Ana.
Have a question about replacing your concrete steps?
(714) 361-0137Concrete steps questions we hear
How much do concrete steps cost in Tustin, CA?
Across the US, poured or precast concrete steps usually cost about $100 to $500 per step, which is the market's range and not our price. Precast prices rise with the height and width of the steps, and for poured steps the forms and the rebar or mesh are part of the material cost. I measure on site and send a written estimate with your own figure.
Should I choose precast or poured concrete steps?
Precast steps usually cost less because they're hollow and easier to assemble, while poured steps cost more but come in a wider range of sizes. When a precast size fits your entry, I'd lean toward precast for the savings, and when it doesn't, poured is worth the extra. I lay out both on site and leave the choice with you.
How long do concrete steps last?
Concrete steps usually last 30 to 40 years with proper care and upkeep, going by national figures. That span depends on the care they get, so it's worth planning for upkeep from the day they're finished.
What does Tustin require before building new concrete steps?
Beyond the plan review covered above, Tustin has city inspectors check permitted work at several stages of construction. Each inspection is requested one day ahead with the permit number and the project address. Where a permit applies, we work with the city through those steps so you aren't chasing them yourself.
Do I need a licensed contractor for small concrete step work in California?
Yes, in California any work that needs a permit of any kind calls for a licensed contractor, even when the job comes to less than $1,000, and that holds when an unlicensed person hires helpers to assist. It's also fair to ask about workers' compensation, since concrete contractors can't file the exemption for having no employees. Ask every contractor you're comparing, us included, to show both.
What causes concrete steps to crack and pull away from the house?
Cracking and steps pulling away from the house usually come from what's underneath, such as ground movement, poor drainage or a base that's giving way. One contractor's guide says that when damage points to problems like those, replacement is usually the better long-term choice than repair. That's why I look at what's behind the damage before suggesting either one.
Ask Custom Tustin Concrete Company about your steps
We're reachable into the evening and on weekends, so call (714) 361-0137 or send the form whenever it suits you.