Lee's Summit & KC Metro Concrete (816) 608-7761
LS Concrete Contractors
Finished concrete driveway installation in Lee's Summit, Missouri

Lee's Summit, MO — Residential + Commercial

Concrete contractor
in Lee's Summit, MO.

Driveways, patios, stamped work, pool decks, sidewalks, and commercial flatwork for Lee's Summit and the KC metro. Every project starts with the conditions underneath the slab.

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Residential + Commercial Concrete Free Estimates Lee's Summit + KC Metro Built for Clay Soil + Freeze-Thaw

Concrete Diagnosis

Before we quote, we find out why the old concrete failed.

Most concrete in the KC area fails early because of what happened under the slab. Clay-heavy soil, poor drainage, inadequate base prep, and skipped control joints all shorten concrete life — sometimes dramatically. We look at those conditions before recommending repair, resurfacing, or full replacement.

That diagnosis changes the scope. A settled slab that looks like a cracking problem might be a drainage problem underneath. A driveway that's scaling isn't always a mix failure — it could be deicer exposure on a surface that wasn't air-entrained for it. Getting the diagnosis right means the fix actually holds.

Cracks and Scaling

Surface cracks, spalling, and scaling often come from freeze-thaw exposure, deicer damage, or insufficient air entrainment in the original mix. We distinguish cosmetic surface wear from structural failure before recommending anything — because the right repair depends on which one you actually have.

Settled and Uneven Slabs

Settlement happens when the subgrade shifts under the slab. On Lee's Summit clay soil, that can happen after wet seasons, drought shrinkage, or insufficient base depth. We assess whether lifting, void filling, or full replacement is the right call for the conditions you have.

Drainage and Runoff Problems

Water pooling near foundations, driveways, or patios usually means the flatwork was installed without proper slope — or drainage wasn't designed around how the yard actually drains. We fix the drainage design, not just the surface that got damaged because of it.

Repair vs. Replacement Guidance

Some slabs are worth repairing. Others are past the point where overlay or patching makes economic sense. We give you an honest read on which path applies to your situation, with the trade-offs explained clearly — including cases where repair is the right answer and we say so.

Residential Concrete

Driveways, patios, pool decks, sidewalks, stamped concrete, and retaining walls for Lee's Summit homeowners.

New concrete driveway installation in Lee's Summit residential neighborhood

Most Requested — Residential

Concrete Driveways

Driveway work in Lee's Summit starts with the subgrade. On clay-heavy soil, that means proper compaction, base depth matched to expected vehicle load, and drainage planned before the first yard of concrete is poured. We install replacement driveways and new driveways built to hold through KC winters and the freeze-thaw cycles that crack shortcuts early.

We also handle driveway aprons, concrete approaches, and curb cuts for residential properties throughout Lee's Summit and Jackson County.

Residential

Concrete Patios

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

Residential

Pool Decks

Slip-resistant pool deck concrete with drainage-forward design and decorative finish options.

Residential

Sidewalks & Walkways

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

Decorative

Stamped & Decorative Concrete

Stamped, stained, colored, and decorative concrete finishes for patios, pool decks, entries, and feature areas.

Residential

Retaining Walls

Concrete retaining walls for sloped yards, drainage management, and erosion control on Lee's Summit clay soil.

Repair

Concrete Repair & Replacement

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

Commercial Concrete

Commercial concrete for Lee's Summit — foundations, parking, warehouse floors, and ADA work.

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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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Commercial

Warehouse & Industrial Floors

Durable floor surfaces for warehouse, logistics, light industrial, and commercial operating spaces.

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Commercial

ADA Concrete

ADA ramps, accessible entries, walkways, and concrete access improvements for commercial properties.

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Commercial

Curbs & Gutters

Commercial curbs, gutters, access concrete, and drainage infrastructure for business properties.

Commercial concrete work in Lee's Summit and Kansas City metro
Commercial concrete work in Lee's Summit and Kansas City metro
Commercial concrete work in Lee's Summit and Kansas City metro
Commercial concrete work in Lee's Summit and Kansas City metro
Commercial concrete work in Lee's Summit and Kansas City metro
Commercial concrete work in Lee's Summit and Kansas City metro

KC Concrete Standards

Why concrete fails in Kansas City — and what we do differently.

Kansas City's clay soil expands when wet and contracts when dry. That seasonal movement, combined with hard winters and repeated freeze-thaw cycles, puts real stress on concrete that wasn't prepared correctly. The shortcuts that look fine in October start showing cracks by March.

We've been working in Lee's Summit and Jackson County long enough to know exactly where low-prep pours fail and why. Our standards aren't the minimum code requirement — they're what it actually takes for concrete to perform for 20+ years in KC conditions.

Concrete base preparation for a residential driveway in Lee's Summit, MO

Base Preparation

Properly compacted subgrade and gravel base depth matched to expected load and KC soil conditions. This is where most low-bid pours cut corners.

Drainage Planning

Slope, pitch, and surface drainage designed before forming, so water moves away from structures rather than pooling at the edges.

Control Joint Spacing

Joints placed at regular intervals to direct where the slab will crack — so cracks happen in predictable lines, not random surface fractures.

Air-Entrained Exterior Mix

Exterior concrete in KC should include air entrainment to handle freeze-thaw cycles without surface scaling or spalling.

Freeze-Thaw and Deicer Exposure

We specify mix designs appropriate for repeated KC winters, including salt and deicer exposure on driveways, walkways, and parking areas.

Why Low-Prep Concrete Fails Early

Most concrete that cracks within 3 years in KC wasn't a bad mix — it was a bad base. We don't skip the work that doesn't show on the surface.

How It Works

From first call to final walkthrough.

No back-and-forth, no ambiguous scopes, no surprises on the bill. Here's how a typical project moves.

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Request an Estimate

Call or fill out the form. We'll get back to you the same day and schedule a time to look at the site.

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Site Review

We look at the existing conditions — soil, drainage, grade, and what's underneath — before recommending any scope of work.

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Written Scope

You'll receive a written scope of work with clear pricing before anything starts. No surprises on the back end.

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Prep, Pour, Walkthrough

We handle base prep, forming, pour, finishing, and curing. Before we leave, we walk the finished work with you.

Service Areas

Lee's Summit and the surrounding Kansas City metro.

Our primary service area is Lee's Summit and Jackson County. We also work throughout the broader KC metro — Independence, Blue Springs, Grain Valley, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Pleasant Hill, Harrisonville, Oak Grove, and Odessa.

Every service area in our coverage zone gets the same base prep standards and KC-appropriate mix design. Clay soil conditions and freeze-thaw exposure don't change much from one KC suburb to the next — neither do our installation standards.

Concrete work in Lee's Summit, MO — Jackson County

Primary Service Area

Lee's Summit, MO

Jackson County's fastest-growing suburb. Clay-heavy soil, active freeze-thaw exposure, and a mix of established and newer residential neighborhoods. We know the ground here.

Kansas City Independence Grain Valley Raymore Belton Grandview Pleasant Hill Harrisonville Blue Springs Oak Grove Odessa

FAQ

Common questions about concrete in Lee's Summit.

If your question isn't here, call us. We'll give you a straight answer.

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Do you repair concrete or replace it?
It depends on the condition of the slab and what caused the failure. Surface cracks and minor scaling can often be addressed with repair or resurfacing. Settled slabs, widespread cracking, drainage problems caused by the original installation, or slabs that have lost structural integrity usually call for replacement. We assess both options and give you an honest read on which one makes sense for your situation.
Why does concrete crack in Kansas City?
Most cracking in the KC area comes from a combination of clay-heavy soil movement and freeze-thaw stress. Clay soil expands when wet and contracts when dry, which puts stress on slabs from below. Combined with hard winters and repeated freeze-thaw cycles, concrete that was installed without adequate base preparation or proper joint spacing will typically crack within a few years. The fix is in the prep work before the pour, not in the concrete mix itself.
Do you install commercial concrete?
Yes. We handle commercial concrete for foundations, sitework, parking lots, warehouse and industrial floors, ADA ramps and accessible entries, curbs, and gutters. We work with commercial property owners, developers, and general contractors in Lee's Summit and the surrounding KC metro.
How soon can I use a new concrete driveway after installation?
Most residential driveways can handle foot traffic within 24 hours and light vehicle traffic within 7 days. We recommend waiting the full 28-day cure period before parking heavy vehicles or placing significant loads. Curing time can be affected by temperature and weather, so we'll give you specific guidance based on the conditions at the time of your pour.
Do you handle stamped and decorative concrete?
Yes. Stamped concrete, stained concrete, colored concrete, and other decorative finishes are available for patios, pool decks, entries, and interior slabs. Decorative work requires a solid base and proper finishing conditions — we don't rush decorative pours, and we'll tell you upfront if conditions aren't right for the finish you're looking for.
Do you serve areas outside of Lee's Summit?
Yes. Our primary service area is Lee's Summit and Jackson County. We also serve Kansas City, Independence, Blue Springs, Grain Valley, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Pleasant Hill, Harrisonville, Oak Grove, and Odessa. Call to confirm your specific location if you're on the edges of our coverage zone.

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Free estimates for Lee's Summit and the KC metro.

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