Concrete Contractor in Gresham, Oregon: Driveways, Patios & Flatwork

Quick Verdict

A concrete contractor in Gresham builds for the east edge of the Portland metro, where Multnomah County clay meets the colder air that funnels out of the Columbia Gorge. Driveways, patios, walkways, steps, and flatwork all depend on base prep and drainage — and because Gresham sits closer to the Gorge and the Cascade foothills, it sees more freeze events than inner Portland, so drainage that keeps water from sitting matters more here. The reliable pour season runs roughly May through October. Scope your job by square footage, thickness, reinforcement, and finish, and insist the bid covers the base, slope, and joints so the slab handles both wet winters and cold snaps.

Concrete Work in Gresham, Multnomah County

Gresham is the largest city in east Multnomah County, sitting between Portland and the Columbia Gorge along the I-84 and US-26 corridors. That location shapes local concrete work:

• Multnomah County clay. Like the rest of the metro, much of Gresham sits on clay that holds water and moves seasonally. A slab on a soft, wet base settles and cracks — good sub-grade prep on valley clay is the foundation.
• Cold Gorge influence. East winds from the Columbia Gorge bring colder air and more freeze events to Gresham than inner Portland sees. Drainage that keeps water from sitting and freezing is more important here.
• Wet winters. The valley's rainy season keeps water in the ground; slope and drainage are designed so water leaves the slab.
• Foothill edges. Toward the east and the Cascade foothills, lots can have more grade, drainage runoff, and varied soils.

For the full range of concrete work, start with our Oregon concrete services guide.

What a Concrete Contractor Does in Gresham

A full-service contractor covers the whole flatwork range:

• Driveways — new pours and replacements sized for vehicle loads. See concrete driveways in Gresham.
• Patios and walkways — broom, exposed-aggregate, or stamped concrete in Gresham.
• Steps, stoops, and ADA ramps — formed and finished to code.
• Slabs — shop, shed, and addition slabs.
• Curbing, aprons, and approaches.

What Drives Cost in Gresham

Concrete is priced per square foot, with local factors moving the number:

• Access. A driveway a truck can reach is cheaper than a fenced backyard patio.
• Demolition. Removing an old slab adds tear-out, haul-off, and disposal.
• Thickness and reinforcement. Heavier driveways cost more than a thin walkway.
• Finish. Broom is baseline; exposed aggregate and stamped finishes cost more.
• Drainage. With Gresham's freeze events, slope and drainage that keep water from sitting earn their cost.

Industry Baseline Range: standard broom-finish flatwork in the Gresham area typically runs in the range of $9 to $18 per square foot, with reinforced driveways and decorative finishes running higher+. These are industry baseline ranges for planning only — actual pricing depends on lot size, access, condition, and current market conditions. Get a site-specific quote.

Current Market Reality

Ready-mix and labor prices move with material and fuel costs. The valley's reliable pour window is roughly May to October, so scheduling early secures the dry days a clean pour and cure need. Because Gresham sees more cold than inner Portland, drainage detailing is worth paying for — water that sits and freezes is what damages slabs here.

How to Choose a Concrete Contractor in Gresham

A short checklist:

• Licensed and insured. Confirm Oregon CCB licensing and insurance. Cojo is CCB Licensed & Insured.
• Base prep in writing. The bid should spell out excavation, base material, and compaction.
• Drainage plan. On clay with Gorge cold, ask exactly how water leaves the slab so it cannot sit and freeze.
• Joints and reinforcement. Confirm control-joint spacing and whether rebar or mesh is included.
• Local references. Work on similar east-Multnomah County soils and conditions tells you the most.

The Bottom Line

Hiring a concrete contractor in Gresham comes down to base prep and drainage on Multnomah County clay, with extra attention to the cold that the Gorge brings to the east metro. Get a per-square-foot range, confirm what is included below the surface, and schedule into the dry season. Cojo is CCB Licensed & Insured, serves Gresham and statewide Oregon, and handles the full range of concrete services. To scope your driveway, patio, or flatwork, request a Gresham quote.