Concrete Driveway Cost in Pembroke Pines, FL

The first question most Pembroke Pines homeowners ask about a new driveway is "what will it cost?" The honest answer is that it depends on size, thickness, reinforcement, finish, site conditions and whether an old driveway has to come out first. But that doesn't mean you have to go in blind. This guide lays out general price ranges for the Pembroke Pines and Broward County area, explains what pushes a project toward the low or high end, and walks through a realistic example so you can set a budget before you request estimates.

Important: every number on this page is a general range, not a quote. Prices change with material and labor costs, and every property is different. Your contractor will provide a written quote after seeing the site.

Concrete Driveway Price Ranges in Pembroke Pines

The wide spread in the "standard installs" row reflects real differences between jobs. A simple 4-inch slab with fiber mesh and a broom finish on an easy, flat lot will land near the bottom. A 6-inch slab with rebar, thickened edges, complex shapes and an upgraded finish will land much higher.

Pembroke Pines Driveway Cost Calculator

Enter your approximate square footage and choose a finish type to see a low and high estimate based on the ranges above. To estimate square footage, multiply length by width in feet; for odd shapes, break the driveway into rectangles and add them together.

Worked Example: A Typical Two-Car Driveway (~600 sq ft)

Many Pembroke Pines homes have a two-car driveway that's roughly 20 feet wide by 30 feet long, or about 600 square feet. Here's how the ranges play out for that size:

So a homeowner replacing an aging concrete driveway with new plain concrete might budget roughly $3,600 to $5,400 before permits and any extras. Switching the same project to stamped concrete could put it anywhere from about $5,400 to $13,200 once the $600 tear-out is included. Note that a job of this size would typically exceed $5,000, which means the city requires a recorded Notice of Commencement before the first inspection.

Comparing Driveway Materials

For more on each option, see new concrete driveway installation, stamped concrete driveways and paver driveways in Pembroke Pines.

Factors That Change the Price

Size and shape

Larger driveways cost more overall but often less per square foot, because fixed costs like mobilization, forming setup and permits are spread over more area. Curves, flares and multiple levels require more forming and labor.

Thickness

A 4-inch slab is typical for cars. Moving to 5 or 6 inches for heavy vehicles increases concrete volume by 25% to 50% and raises the cost accordingly.

Reinforcement

Fiber mesh adds relatively little. Rebar grids or welded wire add material and labor but improve structural performance, especially for heavier loads.

Finish and color

Broom finish is the baseline. Exposed aggregate, integral color, stains, stamping, borders and multi-color work all add cost, with intricate stamped designs at the top of the range.

Demolition and haul-off

Removing an existing concrete driveway adds about $1 per square foot; removing pavers adds about $4 to $5. Thick or heavily reinforced old slabs can cost more to break up.

Site preparation and drainage

Soft soil, washed-out areas, roots, grade changes or the need to correct drainage add excavation, fill and compaction work. On flat Pembroke Pines lots, establishing proper slope is essential and occasionally requires extra grading.

Access

If a concrete truck can't reach the pour area directly, crews may need a pump or wheelbarrows, which adds cost.

Apron, sidewalk and swale work

Replacing the apron where the driveway crosses the sidewalk and meets the street, or working in the swale, involves extra forms, inspections and sometimes thicker concrete.

Permits, surveys and HOA requirements

The City of Pembroke Pines requires a permit for driveways. Permit fees, a property survey (if you don't have a current one), a recorded Notice of Commencement for jobs valued over $5,000, drainage district releases and HOA application requirements can all add cost and time. HOA approval in particular can add weeks before work can begin. Read the Pembroke Pines driveway permit guide for the full checklist.

Timing and demand

Material prices and contractor schedules shift through the year. Rainy-season weather can also delay pours. Getting estimates early gives you more scheduling flexibility.

How to Compare Quotes

When you receive estimates, make sure you're comparing the same scope. Check that each written quote specifies:

• Total square footage and slab thickness.
• Base material, depth and compaction.
• Reinforcement type (fiber, rebar, wire).
• Finish, color and any decorative work.
• Demolition and haul-off.
• Apron, swale and sidewalk work.
• Permit handling and fees.
• Sealing, cleanup and payment schedule.

A noticeably lower quote often leaves something out, with thinner concrete, less base or no permit. Ask questions before you sign.

Ways to Manage Your Budget

• Choose a broom finish for the main driveway and add decorative accents only at the border or entry.
• Repair rather than replace if the slab is structurally sound. See concrete driveway repair options.
• Combine projects (driveway, walkway and patio) to spread fixed costs.
• Start the HOA approval process early to avoid delays that can affect scheduling.