Stratford Concrete Driveways

Yes. Driveway replacement is one of our most common jobs in established suburbs like Stratford. We saw-cut where the new work meets anything staying, break out the old concrete, remove it from site and check the ground underneath. Often the base needs topping up or recompacting before we form and pour the new driveway. The whole process usually takes a few days, plus curing time before you drive on it. If the crossover at the street is also being replaced, it may be worth checking requirements with Cairns Regional Council first, as that section sits on council land.

It depends on the height of the wall, what it supports and where it sits on the property. Lower garden walls often do not need approval, while taller walls, walls close to boundaries or walls holding up a driveway or building may need engineering and a building approval. Requirements can change, so we recommend checking with Cairns Regional Council or a private certifier before work starts. We can let you know when a wall is likely to need further investigation, and we are happy to work from engineered drawings when they are required for your site.

Shaded, damp concrete is an ideal spot for mould, moss and algae, particularly during the humid wet season. Homes near bushland or with big shade trees see it most. The green film is mostly a surface issue, but it can make paths and driveways slippery. We can clean the surface and apply a sealer that helps reduce how easily growth takes hold and makes it simpler to wash off. Cutting back overhanging branches so the surface gets more sun and airflow makes a difference too. Sealing will not stop growth entirely, but it does make ongoing maintenance much easier.

Foot traffic is usually fine after a day or so, once the surface has hardened enough not to mark. For cars, we generally suggest waiting about a week for a standard driveway, and longer for heavy vehicles such as trucks, caravans or loaded trailers. Concrete keeps gaining strength for weeks after it is poured, so the longer you can keep heavy loads off, the better. In Cairns heat, curing in the first few days matters a lot, and we will give you clear instructions on keeping the surface moist and protected so it reaches its full potential.