What are the disadvantages of a concrete house?

• <div><p>Concrete houses cost 10% to 20% more to build than stick-built homes, and maintenance on home systems is more invasive and expensive due to pipes and wires being buried in concrete. Concrete homes can also look more industrial and less comfortable if you don’t cover the concrete with finishing materials. It’s also more challenging to make changes to concrete, so reframing doors and windows or building home additions will cost more. Concrete needs time to cure, too, so the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-long-does-it-take-build-house.htm">timeline to build a house</a> out of concrete is a bit longer.</p></div>

Get matched with top concrete driveway pros in Clovis, NM

Q: How does spraying concrete with water help it cure successfully?

• <div><p>Yes, spraying water on the surface helps concrete cure evenly by preventing the top layer from curing long before the wet bottom layer cures. Otherwise, the top layer will cure and shrink, creating tension, and this tension will tear the top and bottom layers apart, creating a weakened slab. Water prevents this from occurring.</p></div>

Q: Is thicker concrete more or less likely to crack?

• <div><p>Thicker concrete is less likely to crack due to extreme weather changes. At a minimum, concrete slabs should be at least 4 inches, but if you&rsquo;re worried about the concrete cracking under the weight of heavy machinery or from the freeze-thaw patterns of your climate, you should use even thicker concrete. A professional <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/concrete-companies/">concrete company near you</a> will be able to advise on the best thickness for your climate and use case.</p></div>

Q: What happens if there is too much moisture in concrete?

• <div><p>If the moisture level in your concrete flooring is higher than what is acceptable for your primer or flooring materials, then you are looking at dealing with major flooring issues down the road. From mold and mildew, to warping, buckling, bubbling, and soft spots, you could see a wide range of moisture-induced problems.</p><p>These issues can affect not just your flooring but your foundation too. That is why measuring moisture in concrete is so important before starting a project.</p></div>

Q: Could I get a concrete slab instead?

• <div><p>If you're only working with a gravel pad, and there is no concrete foundation, you might be able to upgrade to a concrete slab, but you&rsquo;d have to speak with a professional concrete expert to confirm and get pricing. If you have a concrete foundation or cement block walls around the area where you want to build flooring, you might be able to pour a new concrete floor over the existing one to forgo repairs. Again, speak with a concrete expert or foundation company to see if this is an option.</p></div>

Enter your ZIP and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your concrete driveway service project in Clovis, NM?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Verified Reviews for Concrete Driveway Service pros in Clovis, NM

*The Angi rating for Concrete Driveway Service companies in Clovis, NM is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Concrete Driveway Service needs.

*The HomeAdvisor rating for Concrete Driveway Service companies in Clovis, NM is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Concrete Driveway Service needs.

Last update on November 01, 2025

Reviewed in April 2021
They were hired to do a complete overhaul of a major business building. 14,000 sqft. building. It is difficult to list all that was done. Highlights are: removal and replace all stucco, exterior roofing, internal flooring, drop ceiling, bathrooms - 6 of them, kitchen, all interior walls with...
ProInsure, LLC
Request a quote
Reviewed in January 2020
The whole process was very smooth considering how many unexpected situations popped up. When I tore up the old tiles i damaged the underlying concrete so badly that Euro Painting had to put down a self leveling cement to make the process possible. I was offered the choice of doing this myself or...
Euro Restorations
Request a quote
Reviewed in October 2017
I was happy with them because Chris offered some suggestions to make the yard work better for me. But the options are not probably the best for my needs. The gravel and mulch areas are great and the drip system seem to be working just fine but the mulch may not be a good choice for my dogs since...
Natural Masterpiece Landscape Design
Request a quote
Reviewed in February 2015
The first several times we called we couldn't get in touch with anyone. Knowing it was near Thanksgiving we didn't worry about it much. I finally got in touch with someone when they returned my message on a weekend, but the person didn't speak very good English. We gave him our information,...
CASA DI FERRO
Request a quote
Reviewed in June 2014
The roof looks FANTASTIC! That has to be the hardest working roofing crew we have ever seen and we watched a whole bunch of crews working last summer on roofs around here. The work was completed in one day. They were also very kind in that I had to leave for a medical appointment and they moved...
Westers Roofing
Request a quote
Reviewed in March 2014
I arrived home after work to find my yard had been cleaned up alright. It as free of weeds as well as several plants and scrubs that it has taken me ten years to cultivate. Gordon and I did walk through prior and I assumed he was listening. Plants and scrubs that I have worked on for quite a...
All Around The House Cleaning,Handyman&Landscaping
Request a quote
Reviewed in July 2012
He arrived with one other gentleman on time and give us a free estimate. The quote was $400.00 to cut four trees down that were next to our newly built home. The price did seem a little high since it didn't include stump grinding. BUT, these very old and very tall water oaks were between to...
Williams Tree and Stump Service
Request a quote
Reviewed in March 2012
My wife and I would recommend Roof Masters of New Mexico, LLC, to everyone who needs a roofer. As stated above, Kyle, the general manager, was a great leader of his team. The team members were themselves polite and very professional. I never imagined roofers being so timely and competent. ...
Roof Masters Of New Mexico LLC
Request a quote
Reviewed in October 2011
Tim Miller is a very professional guy, and a master with a backhoe! He and his you g son and son-in-law did the job together and worked well as a team. I admit, I didn't even get anyone else to do an estimate, as I had heard what a good job they do from a neighbor. Tim is part of the...
MILLER CONCRETE SVC
Request a quote

Get matched with top concrete driveway pros in Clovis, NM

Enter your ZIP and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your concrete driveway service project in Clovis, NM?

Concrete Driveways & Floors Installation

Asphalt Paving Installation

Concrete Patios, Walks & Steps Installation

Verified Reviews for Concrete Driveway Service pros in Clovis, NM

Find Concrete driveway pros in Clovis

Modern Rock Contractors

Modern Rock Contractors

Kevgen Maintenance

Kevgen Maintenance

Nevarez Concrete

Nevarez Concrete

American Pride Construction

American Pride Construction

ADCO Contractor Group, Inc.

ADCO Contractor Group, Inc.

New Horizons Construction LLC

New Horizons Construction LLC

E&L Construction LLC

E&L Construction LLC

Coble Constructors

Coble Constructors

Spot Free Window Cleaning & Construction Clean Up

Spot Free Window Cleaning & Construction Clean Up

Y B C Construction LLC

Y B C Construction LLC

The Clovis, NM homeowners’ guide to concrete driveway services

How Much Does a Concrete Driveway Cost? [2025 Data]

How Much Does a New Concrete Slab Cost? [2025 Data]

How Much Does Concrete Delivery Cost? [2025 Data]

Can You Pour Concrete Over Asphalt?

Exposed Aggregate Concrete: Cost, Pros, and Cons

17 Types of Concrete and How They’re Used

Find Concrete driveway service Pros in other cities near youNot finding what you are looking for in Clovis? Check surrounding areas for Concrete driveway pros.

Which Concrete driveway service task are you tackling?Find Clovis Concrete driveway services on Angi who specialize in any of these tasks