What expansion joint means
An expansion joint is a full depth gap filled with a compressible material that lets concrete or masonry sections move without pushing on each other.
Where it matters on a concrete job
Joint filler between a driveway and garage slab, or a patio and house, keeps them from heaving into each other. Sealing it keeps water and weeds out and is a good maintenance add on.
What it costs
Koira's concrete driveway cost guide puts a typical job at $5,200, with most between $2,700 to $6,900. The guide shows its sources and what moves the price. The driveway cost calculator prices a job line by line.
Work it out
- Free calculator: Driveway cost calculator
- Cost guide: Concrete driveway cost
- Tools, templates and guides: Free concrete resources