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Concrete Contractor in Independence, MO

LS Concrete Contractors serves Independence with residential driveway replacement, sidewalk repair, patios, and commercial concrete. Independence has a large inventory of mid-century residential concrete that's reached replacement age — we assess conditions and scope replacements built for Jackson County clay and KC freeze-thaw.

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Residential and commercial concrete in Independence, MO.

Driveway and sidewalk replacement are the dominant residential scopes in Independence. Many established neighborhoods have original concrete that's cracking, settling, or showing widespread surface deterioration — particularly in areas where the clay subgrade was never adequately addressed in the original installation.

The 23 Highway and Noland Road corridors have ongoing commercial concrete needs — parking lots, entrances, curb-and-gutter work, and ADA accessibility upgrades for older commercial properties that predate current accessibility standards.

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Business Info

Name: LS Concrete Contractors
Phone: (816) 608-7761
Address: Lees Summit, MO 64063
Email: service@lsconcretecontractors.com
Hours: Open 24/7

Coverage Area

Independence and the surrounding Jackson County area, plus the broader KC metro.

Local Conditions

Independence concrete — mid-century housing stock and high replacement demand

Independence has some of the KC metro's largest concentrations of mid-century residential development — neighborhoods built from the 1940s through the 1970s where original driveways, sidewalks, and flatwork are now 40–70 years old. Many of these original pours were done before modern base-preparation standards and are failing from clay soil movement and freeze-thaw stress. The 23 Highway commercial corridor adds commercial concrete demand. Independence is a high-volume replacement market.

Concrete repair and replacement work in progress at an Independence, MO residential property

Residential Concrete

Residential concrete services in Independence.

Residential

Concrete Driveways

Driveway installation and replacement built for Lee's Summit clay soils, daily traffic, drainage, and curb appeal.

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Residential

Concrete Patios

Outdoor living concrete for patios, seating areas, grilling spaces, and backyard upgrades.

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Residential

Sidewalks & Walkways

Residential sidewalks, front walks, and yard pathways with proper slope and control joint spacing.

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Repair

Concrete Repair & Replacement

Repair, resurfacing, overlays, or full replacement for cracked, settled, scaling, or worn-out slabs.

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Commercial Concrete

Commercial concrete in Independence.

Commercial

Foundations & Sitework

Concrete foundations, slabs, and sitework for residential additions, commercial properties, and larger pours.

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Commercial

Parking Lots

Commercial parking lots with proper base prep, drainage, joint spacing, and heavy vehicle load design.

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Stamped concrete patio work in the Jackson County area

Finished concrete project in Independence, MO

Residential concrete driveway in Independence, MO

FAQ

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Do you replace driveways in Independence, MO?

Yes. Driveway replacement is one of the most common scopes we handle in Independence. The city has a large volume of original mid-century driveways that are at or past the point of economical repair. We assess the subbase condition before scoping the replacement — because on Jackson County clay, getting the base right is what determines how long the new driveway holds.

What causes sidewalks to crack and heave in Independence?

In Independence, the primary causes are clay soil movement and freeze-thaw stress working together. The expansive clay in Jackson County heaves when saturated and contracts in dry periods, which stresses slabs from below. Tree roots in established neighborhoods compound this. Sections that are creating trip hazards can often be replaced individually rather than doing full sidewalk replacement.

Do you handle commercial concrete on the 23 Highway corridor?

Yes. We work with commercial property owners along Independence's commercial corridors on parking lots, entrances, curb-and-gutter work, ADA ramps and accessible routes, and concrete repairs. Older commercial properties along established corridors often need ADA upgrades as well as concrete replacement.

Is concrete repair worth it on older Independence driveways?

For driveways more than 30–40 years old in Independence, repair is often a short-term solution that doesn't address the underlying cause. If the original base preparation wasn't adequate — which is common in mid-century KC construction — the slab will continue moving. We'll give you an honest assessment of whether repair makes economic sense or whether replacement with a corrected base is the better decision.

How do I request a concrete estimate in Independence?

Call (816) 608-7761 or fill out the form on this page. We come to the site before providing any scope or pricing — Independence's mix of older concrete and clay soil conditions requires a direct look before we can give you useful numbers.

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Concrete Contractor in Independence, MO

Residential and commercial concrete in Independence, MO.

Independence concrete — mid-century housing stock and high replacement demand