Serving Fort Washington, MD and surrounding areas. (301) 872-6637
From driveways and patios to foundations and retaining walls, Fort Washington Concrete delivers professional concrete services built to handle Maryland winters and last for decades. Serving Fort Washington and surrounding communities since 2019.
Fort Washington Concrete is a licensed Concrete Contractor based in Fort Washington, MD, serving 12 cities across Prince George's County and Northern Virginia. Whether you need a new driveway, patio, foundation, or retaining wall, we bring the right equipment and experience to deliver work that holds up through Maryland's freeze-thaw winters and lasts for decades. We have completed hundreds of residential and commercial concrete projects across the greater Washington, D.C. metro area.
Cracked or sinking driveway? A new concrete driveway adds instant curb appeal and handles heavy traffic for 30+ years.
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Ready to extend your living space outside? A concrete patio creates the perfect foundation for outdoor entertaining.
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Want the look of brick or stone at half the price? Stamped concrete delivers custom patterns that hold up for decades.
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Uneven or crumbling walkways are safety hazards. A new concrete sidewalk protects your family and looks clean year-round.
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Oil stains and cracks making your garage floor an eyesore? Fresh concrete flooring makes your garage workshop-ready.
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Looking to upgrade your outdoor space? Decorative concrete adds custom color and texture that plain slabs cannot match.
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Soil erosion washing out your yard? Concrete retaining walls hold everything in place and create usable terraced spaces.
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Tired of cold, uneven interior floors? Concrete floor installation creates a smooth, durable surface that lasts for generations.
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Pool deck getting slippery or cracked? New concrete pool decking gives you a safe, stylish surface that handles wet conditions.
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Front steps heaving or pulling away from the house? Custom concrete steps solve the problem and boost your home's curb appeal.
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Building an addition or garage? Slab foundations provide the stable base every structure needs to last.
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New home or outbuilding on the way? Foundation installation sets the stage for everything that follows.
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Business parking lot showing its age? Concrete parking lot construction handles heavy loads and lasts longer than asphalt.
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Need a stable base for posts, walls, or equipment? Concrete footings anchor your project in place.
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Foundation settling or sinking? Foundation raising corrects the problem before it damages your home further.
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Removing old concrete or creating expansion joints? Concrete cutting gives you clean, precise cuts without collateral damage.
Learn MoreReach out by phone or online. We will ask a few questions about your project and schedule a free on-site visit. Most estimates are delivered within 1 business day. No pressure, no obligation - just a clear breakdown of what the work involves and what it costs.
We visit your property, measure the area, look at the existing surface and ground conditions, and discuss your goals. You will receive a detailed written proposal that covers demolition, base preparation, the pour, finishing, and cleanup. If permits are required, we handle them for you.
Once you approve the quote, we schedule the work. Our crew removes the old surface, prepares the base, pours the concrete, and finishes it properly. You get clear instructions on curing times and when the surface is ready to use. The job is not done until you are satisfied with the result.
We are a fully licensed concrete contractor in the state of Maryland through the Maryland Home Improvement Commission. We carry general liability insurance and workers compensation coverage on every project. If something goes wrong, you are protected. You should never hire a contractor who cannot provide proof of both.
We come to your property, look at the site, and give you a detailed written quote at no charge. There is no sales pitch, no pressure to sign on the spot. We respond within 1 business day, and most estimates are delivered within 24 hours of the site visit. If you decide to move forward, great. If not, no hard feelings.
We live and work in this community. We know the soil conditions in Prince George's County, we know how Maryland winters treat concrete, and we know what permits are required for concrete work in this jurisdiction. You are not hiring a crew from two states away. You are hiring a local contractor who has a reputation to protect.
Once we schedule your project, we stick to the timeline. If weather or an unexpected issue pushes us back, we call you immediately. You will not be left wondering when the crew is going to arrive. We treat your time and your schedule with respect, and we finish the job when we say we will.
Ready to get started? Call (301) 872-6637 or request a free estimate online.
The crew showed up exactly when they said they would, removed our old cracked driveway in one day, and poured the new one the next. They explained the curing time clearly and we had no surprises. Three years later, it still looks perfect.
Michael D., Fort Washington - Concrete driveway building
We had them build a stamped concrete patio behind our house and the pattern turned out exactly like the sample they showed us. They handled the county permit, sealed it properly, and left the yard cleaner than they found it. We use that patio all summer.
Jennifer L., Oxon Hill - Stamped concrete services
Our pool deck was slippery and cracked, and we were worried someone would get hurt. They replaced the whole thing in two days, added a non-slip sealer, and it has held up great through two summers of heavy use. Money well spent.
Robert T., Clinton - Concrete pool decks
We respond within 1 business day, usually within a few hours. Fill out the form and someone from our office will call to schedule your free on-site estimate. No obligation, no pressure. Just a clear explanation of what your project involves and what it costs.
(301) 872-6637Fort Washington Concrete is based in Fort Washington, MD and serves 12 cities and communities across Prince George's County, Maryland and Northern Virginia. Whether you are in Fort Washington, Oxon Hill, Alexandria, or anywhere in between, we provide the same quality concrete work with same-week scheduling and fast response times. We know the local soil conditions, climate factors, and permit requirements throughout the region.
Fort Washington's winters bring repeated freeze-thaw cycles that are hard on concrete. Water seeps into small cracks, freezes, expands, and widens those cracks a little more each year. The quality of the initial installation and how consistently you seal the surface every few years makes the difference between a driveway that lasts 15 years and one that lasts 40.
Prince George's County sits on heavy clay soil that swells when wet and shrinks when dry. A contractor who skips proper base preparation is setting you up for cracking and settling within a few years. A compacted gravel base gives the slab a stable foundation that does not move with the soil. This is the most important part of the job, and you cannot see it once it is covered.
Most concrete projects that involve a new driveway, a driveway apron connecting to the street, or a large patio attached to your home require a permit from the county. Unpermitted work can create problems when you sell your home and may require you to redo the work at your own expense. A reputable contractor handles the permit process for you. Learn more at the Prince George's County Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement.
Concrete does not just dry - it goes through a chemical process called curing that makes it hard and durable. You should stay off a new pour on foot for at least 24 to 48 hours, and keep vehicles off it for a full week. Full strength takes about 28 days. Rushing it can leave permanent marks or weaken the slab. Your contractor should explain this clearly before the job starts.
Those straight lines you see cut into a sidewalk or driveway every few feet are not decorative. They are intentional weak points that guide any cracking to happen in a straight, predictable line rather than randomly across the surface. Without them, freeze-thaw cycles and ground movement will crack the slab wherever they want. A concrete surface without control joints in a climate like Maryland's will almost certainly crack within a few years.
A well-done concrete job has clean, straight edges, consistent surface texture, evenly spaced control joints, and no visible low spots where water pools. Poor work often shows up within the first year with flaking on the surface, cracks that run across the slab rather than along the joints, or edges that crumble. You do not need to be an expert to spot these issues. For more information on concrete quality standards, visit the American Concrete Institute.
Fort Washington Concrete is a licensed and insured Concrete Contractor based in Fort Washington, MD, serving homeowners and businesses across Prince George's County and Northern Virginia since 2019.
We hold a Maryland Home Improvement License through the Maryland Home Improvement Commission, and we carry general liability and workers compensation insurance on every job. We have completed hundreds of residential and commercial concrete projects across the greater Washington, D.C. metro area, from driveways and patios to foundations and retaining walls.
If you want to know more about our team, our process, or the work we have done in your neighborhood, visit our about page.
The concrete you see is only as good as what is underneath it. In Fort Washington's clay-heavy soil, a contractor who skips proper excavation and gravel compaction is setting you up for cracking and heaving within a few years. This is the step you cannot see once it is covered, and it is the one that determines whether your driveway lasts 15 years or 40. Always ask what base preparation is included in the quote.
Small hairline cracks can be patched and sealed, and that buys you a few more years. But if you have wide cracks, sections that have heaved or sunk, or surface flaking, patching is usually a short-term fix. In Maryland's freeze-thaw climate, underlying problems tend to come back every winter. A contractor can assess your surface and tell you honestly whether patching makes sense or whether you are better off replacing the whole thing.
Concrete trucks are large and heavy, and they need a clear path to the work area. The crew will move fast once the pour starts because concrete begins to set quickly - they need to spread, level, and finish the surface before it hardens. In hot weather, pours are often scheduled for early morning to avoid surface drying too fast. In cold weather, contractors may delay the pour rather than risk a freeze before the concrete cures. These are signs of a contractor who knows the local climate. For more on concrete construction standards, visit the Portland Cement Association.
Ready to move forward with your project? Call us at (301) 872-6637 or request your free estimate online. We respond within 1 business day.
Fort Washington is an unincorporated community in Prince George's County, Maryland, located roughly 15 miles south of Washington, D.C. along the Potomac River. Most of the housing here went up between the 1950s and the 1980s, which means a large share of homes are now 40 to 70 years old - right in the window where driveways, foundations, and exterior surfaces need serious attention or full replacement. The area has a high homeownership rate and a strong sense of community, with residents who take pride in maintaining their properties.
One of the defining features of Fort Washington is its mature tree canopy and large wooded lots. Many residential properties back up to wooded areas or have large trees close to the house. That tree cover is one of the things residents love about the area, but it also means tree roots can push into driveways and foundations, and storm damage from high winds is a regular concern. If you live here, you know exactly what we are talking about. Notable landmarks in the community include Fort Washington Park, a National Park Service site that preserves the original 19th-century fort, and National Harbor, a large waterfront development just north of Fort Washington that has become one of the most recognizable destinations in the region. The Potomac River waterfront runs along the western edge of the community, and many of the older, more established neighborhoods sit close to the river on generous lots.
Because Fort Washington is part of Prince George's County, all permits and inspections are handled through the county's Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement. Contractors working here need to be familiar with county building codes and permitting processes. We live and work in this area, we know the soil conditions in Prince George's County, and we know what permits are required for concrete work in this jurisdiction. If you need a driveway, patio, foundation, or any other concrete work done right, we are here to help.
By appointment only, no walk-ins.
13312 Digges Terrace
Fort Washington, MD 20744
Phone: (301) 872-6637
Call us today for a free estimate. We respond within 1 business day and serve all of Prince George's County and Northern Virginia.
