Sidewalks, Walkways & Flatwork

Why Concrete Walkways Make Sense

A well-designed walkway does more than connect your driveway to your front door. It creates a welcoming path for guests, prevents muddy footprints, and adds structure to your landscape. Concrete walkways handle Farmington's weather without cracking or settling like pavers, and they don't need the constant weeding and maintenance that gravel or mulch paths require.

When you work with SetPath Farmington Concrete, we help you design walkways that fit your property's layout and style. Whether you want a simple straight path or a curved walkway that winds through your garden, we make sure it's level, properly drained, and built to last.

Types of Flatwork We Install

Flatwork includes any horizontal concrete surface that's not a driveway, patio, or foundation. Here's what we do:

• Front walkways: Entry paths from the street or driveway to your front door.
• Garden paths: Winding walkways through landscaping or between outdoor areas.
• Side yards: Functional paths along the side of your house for access to back yards.
• Steps and stairs: Concrete steps that connect different elevations safely.
• ADA-compliant ramps: Properly sloped wheelchair-accessible ramps with code-compliant railings.
• Equipment pads: Level concrete pads for HVAC units, generators, or storage sheds.

We can match your walkways to existing concrete driveways or create contrasting designs using different textures, borders, or colors.

Design Options and Finishes

Your walkway doesn't have to be plain gray concrete. We offer several finish options to create the look you want:

Broom finish: A lightly textured surface that provides slip resistance and works with any home style. This is the most common and practical choice for walkways.

Exposed aggregate: Small decorative stones revealed in the surface create texture and visual interest. This works especially well for curved garden paths.

Stamped patterns: Stamped concrete can make your walkway look like natural stone, brick, or tile. Perfect for formal entries or high-visibility areas.

We can also add decorative borders, integrate lighting, or create distinct sections with different patterns. During your consultation, we discuss options that fit your budget and match your home's architecture.

Installation and Long-Term Performance

Proper walkway installation starts with excavation and base prep. We remove sod and unstable soil, create a level grade, and add compacted gravel for drainage. This prevents your walkway from sinking or developing uneven sections that create trip hazards.

We install forms to shape your walkway, add reinforcement, and pour quality concrete mix. After finishing the surface, we cut control joints to manage where cracking might occur. These joints keep any natural concrete movement from creating random cracks across your walkway.

Once installed, concrete walkways need very little maintenance. Sweep them occasionally, hose them down, and reseal them every few years if you chose a decorative finish. If you notice settling or damage, we provide repair services to fix problems before they worsen.

Frequently Asked Questions