| Work | Typical range | What changes it |
|---|---|---|
| Broom-finish driveway (new) | $8–$14 / sq ft | 4 inch typical; thicker for trucks and steep approaches |
| Driveway replacement (demo + new) | $12–$20 / sq ft | Includes tear-out, haul-off, base correction |
| Broom-finish patio | $8–$13 / sq ft | Elevation and drainage often matter more than size |
| Stamped patio or walk | $12–$22 / sq ft | Pattern, color layers, borders, sealer |
| Stain and seal existing sound slab | $4–$9 / sq ft | Only if the slab is structurally honest |
| Walkways and sidewalks | $8–$16 / sq ft | Curves, stamp, and city right-of-way change it |
| Demolition and haul-off only | Quoted per job | Thickness, access, and dump fees drive this |
Why two driveways of the same size do not cost the same
A short, flat Stone Oak drive the truck can chute is the cheap version of this job. A sloped Boerne approach, a 200-foot Bulverde ranch drive, or a New Braunfels sidewalk in the right-of-way is not. Demo of a failed slab, haul-off, extra base, a pump, and stamped color are the usual adders. Read the full driveway cost article.
How to compare bids
Ask every contractor for thickness, base, reinforcement, PSI, joint plan, and whether haul-off is included. If one number is thousands cheaper, it is usually thinner concrete or no base. SATEX puts those specs on the written estimate.