Updated October 2026
Alfords Point is a small pocket with a particular character. Mostly built through the 80s, mostly larger two-storey family homes, bounded by the Georges River and bushland on three sides. The concrete that went in with those houses is now around 40 years old, and it has spent all of that time on the reactive clay that underlies much of the 2234 area, swelling and shrinking with every wet and dry spell.
The result is familiar to anyone who lives here. Original driveways with stepped cracks, front paths that have parted at the joints, and garage approaches that no longer drain the way they did. We connect Alfords Point homeowners with experienced, insured local concreters who replace and repair exactly this era of concrete.
Common concreting jobs in Alfords Point
- Replacing original 80s concrete driveways, usually double width with a slope to the garage
- Exposed aggregate upgrades that suit the suburb's established, well-kept streets
- Concrete repairs for movement cracks and sunken path sections
- Concrete slabs for garages, extensions and backyard studios
- Concrete paths and patios around pools and river-view entertaining areas
Because homes here are substantial, most owners replacing a driveway take the chance to upgrade the finish at the same time. Exposed aggregate and decorative finishes are the common choice over plain grey.
What a concreting job involves
A site visit and written quote come first. The job then runs through demolition and removal of the old slab, excavation, a compacted base over the clay, formwork, steel mesh, the pour, finishing and curing. Alfords Point has one access road in and out, so concrete truck timing is a small logistical detail experienced locals plan around.
Allow about seven days of curing before driving on new concrete.
What concreting costs in Alfords Point
Plain concrete typically costs around $75 to $150 per square metre laid, exposed aggregate and decorative finishes more. Double driveways and decorative finishes put most Alfords Point jobs toward the upper end, with old slab removal on top.
In NSW, any residential concreting job worth more than $5,000 (labour and materials, including GST) must be done by a licensed contractor. Jobs here routinely exceed that, so always check the licence.
Frequently asked questions
Why has my 1980s Alfords Point driveway cracked in steps?
Stepped cracks mean the base has moved, which is what reactive clay does over decades. Replacement with a properly compacted base is the lasting fix.
Is exposed aggregate worth the extra cost here?
For street appeal in an established suburb like Alfords Point, usually yes. It wears well, hides stains and suits larger homes. Expect a higher rate per square metre than plain concrete.
Can a concreter fix drainage at my garage door?
Yes. Re-pouring the approach with correct falls, or adding a strip drain, is a common fix on sloped 80s driveways.
Get a fast quote from insured local concreters. We also cover nearby Illawong, plus Menai and Bangor.