Concrete Contractors in Fairway, KS

Fairway calls itself the City of Trees, and that is the first thing concrete contractors in Fairway have to plan around. Mature trees line most streets and shade most yards. Their roots lift walks and driveway edges, and digging carelessly near them can harm a tree that took 80 years to grow. Our job here is to replace worn concrete without damaging the canopy that defines the town.

A 1930s Nichols subdivision

Fairway's subdivision was laid out in the 1930s by developer J.C. Nichols near a golf course, and the name comes from the nearby driving ranges. The city was incorporated in 1949 and covers just over one square mile. Its population peaked at 5,398 in 1960 and was 4,170 in 2020, in 1,822 housing units. Much of the housing and original concrete dates from the 1930s through the 1950s.

Working near roots

When a walk or driveway has been lifted by roots, simply pouring new concrete in the same spot often leads to the same crack a few years later. We look at a few options on each job:

• Rerouting a walk slightly to give the trunk more room
• Bridging over a root zone with a thicker, reinforced section
• Adding a joint where movement is most likely
• Removing only the concrete, not the roots, when we demolish

If a root is large enough that cutting it would be a concern, we will tell you before we dig and suggest you talk with an arborist.

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Old driveways and narrow lots

Many Fairway homes have single-car driveways leading to detached or tuck-under garages. Replacing them usually means removing old concrete, regrading the base and pouring a new slab with a clean apron. Some owners widen the drive or add a parking pad where setbacks allow. We check for an HOA or city rule before we plan any added width.

A National Historic Landmark in town

The Shawnee Methodist Mission, founded in 1839 as a school for the Shawnee people, is in Fairway. It is a National Historic Landmark owned by the Kansas Historical Society and run by the City of Fairway as a museum. It is a reminder of how long people have built here, and it is one reason the town values a well-kept, traditional streetscape. We keep front walks and steps simple and in keeping with the house.

Shade and wear

Heavily shaded concrete stays damp longer after rain and snowmelt. That can lead to moss, algae and faster surface wear, especially on north-facing walks and drives. We use air-entrained mixes outdoors and can recommend a breathable sealer for shaded surfaces.

What we do in Fairway

• Driveways: replacement, aprons and modest widenings
• Sidewalks and steps: front walks, stoops and steps
• Patios: new and replacement backyard slabs
• Stamped concrete: garden walks and patios
• Garage and shed slabs: detached garage slabs and shed pads
• Repair and replacement: root-lifted and cracked sections

Call (913) 355-6902 to book a visit.