The short answer
In Surprise in 2026, a new broom-finished concrete driveway costs about $8 to $12 per square foot installed — $5,000 to $7,500 for a standard 20-by-30 two-car driveway including tear-out of the old one, $7,500 to $11,000 for a three-car, and $10 to $14 per square foot for the six-inch reinforced slab an RV needs. Colored concrete adds $2 to $4 per square foot; stamped concrete runs $14 to $22 all-in; an exposed-aggregate finish $11 to $15.
Prices by driveway
| Driveway | 2026 installed price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Single-car, 12×25 (300 sq ft) | $2,800 – $4,000 | Demo, base, 4 in. reinforced, broom |
| Two-car, 20×30 (600 sq ft) | $5,000 – $7,500 | Same |
| Three-car, 30×30 (900 sq ft) | $7,500 – $11,000 | Same |
| RV-rated, 6 in. with #4 rebar | +$2 – $3 per sq ft | For coaches and trucks |
| Colored (integral) | +$2 – $4 per sq ft | Tans, browns, grays |
| Stamped | $14 – $22 per sq ft | Pattern, two colors, sealer |
| Extension only (widening) | $10 – $14 per sq ft | Saw-cut, doweled; small-job minimum |
What moves the price
Demolition. Tearing out and hauling the old driveway is $1.50 to $3 per square foot and is included in the totals above. A driveway on bare dirt or gravel skips it.
Base and soil. Four inches of compacted aggregate base is standard. Where we find expansive clay — common in pockets across the northwest Valley — we over-excavate and replace it, at $2 to $5 per square foot for the affected area, because a slab on wet clay heaves. Caliche is good bearing once it's broken and compacted.
Thickness and reinforcement. Four inches with fiber and #3 rebar for cars; six inches with #4 rebar for RVs, trucks and trailers. Wire mesh lying on the dirt does nothing; rebar on chairs does.
The approach. The section between the sidewalk and the curb belongs to the City of Surprise, needs a right-of-way permit, and is built to the city's detail. It's on the estimate as a line.
Finish. Broom is standard and the most slip-resistant. Color, exposed aggregate and stamping add material and labor; sealing adds $0.75 to $1.50 per square foot and is worth it on anything colored.
Timing. Summer pours start at 4 a.m. with chilled mix and wet curing. It doesn't change the price, but it's the reason a July driveway lasts as long as a January one.
Concrete vs. pavers
Pavers over a compacted base run $16 to $26 per square foot installed in the West Valley — two to three times concrete — and can be lifted and reset if the base settles. Concrete is cheaper, smoother to drive on, and cracks at the control joints where it's supposed to. Both last 30 years when built right; the honest difference is budget and look. See our comparison guide.
What a real quote includes
Ours lists demo and haul-off, base depth, over-excavation if needed, thickness and rebar, the approach permit, finish, sealer, and the total, good for 30 days, with the ROC license and insurance certificate attached. If a quote is one number on a card, ask what's in it.
Common questions
Why did I get quotes from $4,000 to $8,000 for the same driveway?
Usually base and reinforcement. The low quote is four inches on raked dirt with mesh; the high one may include over-excavation you don't need. Ask each company what the base is, what the steel is, and to see their ROC license.
Is it cheaper to resurface instead of replace?
Yes — $4 to $7 per square foot versus $8 to $12 — if the slab is level and sound. If sections have dropped or lifted, resurfacing fails. See our resurfacing page.
Does the HOA need to approve a new driveway?
For a like-for-like replacement, usually no. For widening, extending, or changing the color or finish, most Surprise HOAs require a submittal; we prepare it.
How long does it take?
Demo one day, base and forms one day, pour one morning — two to three working days, plus 7 days before you park a car on it and 28 for anything heavy.
Do you offer financing?
Yes — see the financing page. Most driveways qualify.
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