Concrete Steps & Stairs
Whether you need a new front entry, a back door landing, or a full staircase from your deck to the yard, we build concrete steps that are safe, solid, and built to last.
Your Entry Steps Are the First Thing People Notice
Cracked, crumbling, or sunken steps at your front door do not just look bad. They are a safety risk for your family and your guests. Old steps that have separated from the house or sunk into the ground are also a sign of larger foundation and drainage issues that need to be addressed.
Premier Laredo Concrete Contractor builds new concrete steps and stairs for homes and commercial buildings throughout Laredo, TX. We form, pour, and finish every staircase to the correct rise and run dimensions so the steps are comfortable to use, compliant with building codes, and built on a stable base that will not settle or separate.
If your current steps need more than a refresh and the surrounding walkway is also worn, we can bundle the work with our sidewalk and flatwork installation service to handle everything in one visit.
Types of Concrete Steps and Staircases We Install
We work on a wide range of step and stair projects for homes and businesses. Here is a look at the most common types we build.
- Front entry steps: Poured concrete steps leading from the driveway or sidewalk to your front door. These can be formed as a straight run, a curved entry, or with side walls and landings built into the design.
- Back door and side door steps: Simple 2 to 4 step entries from grade to a back door, utility entrance, or garage entry. Often paired with a small landing pad to give you a stable, flat surface at the door.
- Deck-to-yard staircases: A poured concrete staircase connecting an elevated deck or porch to the yard or patio below. These need proper reinforcement and a stable pad at the bottom to prevent settling.
- Commercial entrance stairs: Wider, ADA-compliant stair systems for storefronts, office buildings, and commercial properties. These must meet specific rise, run, and handrail requirements that we build to from the start.
- Retaining wall steps: Steps cut into or alongside a retaining wall to allow access up a sloped yard. These integrate with the wall structure and require careful planning to drain properly.
- Replacement and repair: If your existing steps are cracked, sunken, or separated from the house, we can demo and replace them. In some cases, minor damage can be repaired with resurfacing instead of a full rebuild.
Why Concrete Steps Crack and Pull Away From the House
Most concrete step failures come down to a few common construction mistakes. Understanding what goes wrong helps you see why getting it done right the first time matters.
No footing or a shallow footing
Steps need a proper concrete footing below the frost line or set into undisturbed soil. Without one, the whole staircase floats on loose fill and settles over time.
Poured on uncompacted fill
When steps are poured over loose backfill or disturbed soil, the fill settles under the weight of the concrete and the steps sink or pull away from the building.
No rebar reinforcement
Unreinforced concrete steps crack under load, especially at the nose of each step where the weight is concentrated. Rebar holds the section together even if a crack forms.
Separation from the foundation
Steps that sit against a house without a proper connection joint will pull away as the soil shifts. We form a clean joint and use flexible sealant to accommodate movement.
Incorrect rise and run
Steps that are too steep or have inconsistent heights are uncomfortable and can cause falls. We measure and form every step to consistent, comfortable dimensions.
No drainage slope
Steps and landings should be formed with a slight slope away from the building so water drains off instead of pooling. Standing water accelerates surface deterioration.
Every concrete step project we build starts with a proper footing, compacted base, and correct rebar placement before a drop of concrete is poured. Request your free estimate on the Premier Laredo Concrete Contractor home page and we will come take a look at your existing steps and tell you exactly what the job involves.