Concrete Pad Types in Phoenix, AZ
Fifteen kinds of ground-level concrete pad and slab, grouped by what they carry: vehicles, equipment and small structures, and the paths and patios around them. Every one is measured on site and quoted in writing.
- 15 pad and slab types
- Ground-level only
- Licensed Arizona contractor
- Written quotes
RV, trailer and vehicle pads
Pads that carry wheels: RVs, trailers, boats, extra cars and the carport slab above them.
Concrete RV PadsA reinforced pad sized to the rig, set on compacted base, with the slope running away from the house.See this service →
Side Yard RV Parking PadsThe side-yard spot behind the gate, paved so it meets the dust-free parking rules.See this service →
Driveway ExtensionsWidening an existing drive on your own lot for a third car, a trailer or a work truck.See this service →
Boat & Trailer PadsPads for boats, utility trailers, toy haulers and travel trailers, with room to back in.See this service →
Carport SlabsThe ground slab under a freestanding or attached carport, poured to suit the posts that land on it.See this service →Equipment and shed pads
Smaller pads that carry a shed, a spa or a piece of equipment and have to stay level for years.
Shed PadsA flat, square pad for a kit or prefab shed, a little bigger than the floor and set above the yard.See this service →
AC Condenser PadsReplacing a sunken or cracked condenser pad so the unit sits level and drains properly.See this service →
Pool Equipment PadsA level pad for the pump, filter and heater, sized for service access and future equipment.See this service →
Hot Tub & Spa PadsA flat, reinforced pad that carries a filled spa evenly, with the electrical route planned first.See this service →
Generator PadsA level base for a standby generator or battery cabinet, placed to the manufacturer's clearances.See this service →Patios, paths and replacement
Slabs, living space, walkways, the side yard, and replacing the pad that cracked or sank.
Concrete SlabsGround-level slabs for patios, parking, side yards, sheds and sport courts, priced by size.See this service →
Patio ExtensionsAdding usable slab past the edge of a builder-grade patio, joined to the old concrete properly.See this service →
Concrete WalkwaysPaths from the driveway to the gate, the side yard or the backyard, with steps where the grade drops.See this service →
Side Yard ConcretePaving the narrow strip between the house and the block wall so it stays clean and drains.See this service →
Concrete Pad ReplacementBreaking out a cracked, sunken or heaved pad and pouring a new one on a properly prepared base.See this service →Which pad needs what
The load decides the build. A walkway and an RV pad are both concrete on the ground, but one carries footsteps and the other carries tens of thousands of pounds on a few tire patches.
| Pad | What it carries | Usual build |
|---|---|---|
| RV, trailer, boat | Concentrated wheel and jack loads | 5 to 6 in, rebar grid, compacted base |
| Driveway extension, carport | Cars and trucks; carport posts | 4 to 6 in, reinforced; footings for posts |
| Shed | Evenly spread floor load | 4 in, reinforced, a few inches above grade |
| Hot tub | Heavy, evenly spread when filled | 4 in or more, reinforced, flat not sloped |
| AC, pool equipment, generator | Light, but must stay level | 3 to 4 in, level, above splash and runoff |
| Patio, walkway, side yard | Foot traffic and furniture | 4 in, jointed, sloped away from the house |
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Typical published practice; your quote should state the spec for your pad. Prices are in the concrete pad cost guide.
Published Phoenix prices for each are in the concrete pad cost guide.
Concrete pad services: frequently asked questions
What kinds of concrete pads do you pour?
Ground-level pads only: RV and trailer pads, side-yard RV parking, driveway extensions on your lot, carport slabs, shed pads, AC condenser pads, pool equipment pads, hot tub pads, generator pads, patio extensions, walkways, side-yard concrete and replacement of cracked or sunken pads.
Do you pour foundations or garage slabs?
No. A slab that carries a house, casita, garage or other enclosed building is structural work with engineered plans.
Can several pads be poured in one visit?
Yes, and it usually saves money. One mobilization, one concrete order and one finishing crew can cover an RV pad, an AC pad and a walkway on the same day, where three separate small jobs would each carry a minimum charge.
Do you do stamped or decorative concrete?
Not through this site. Every pad gets a broom finish, which gives traction and wears well outdoors. Decorative finishes are a separate trade.