Concrete Walkway Renovation
From drainage hazard to modern curb appeal
New homeowners discovered their concrete walkway was sloped toward the house, risking water damage. Allforce Services demolished the old path and built modern stepping stone pads with gravel drainage borders, solving the drainage issue and transforming curb appeal.
Drainage Fixed
Water now channels away from the foundation through gravel borders between each pad
Modern Design
Individual stepping stone pads replaced the outdated narrow walkway
Curb Appeal
Dramatic visual transformation of the home's front entrance
The Challenge
What We Were Working With
When the new homeowners purchased this West Ashley property, they quickly noticed a serious issue: the existing concrete walkway along the front of the house was sloped toward the foundation. Every rain directed water straight against the base of the home, creating a real risk of water damage, moisture intrusion, and long-term structural problems. On top of that, the old narrow concrete path looked dated and did nothing for the home's curb appeal.
The original walkway, narrow and sloped toward the house, creating a drainage hazard.
The Process
How We Got It Done
Allforce Services started by demolishing and removing the old concrete walkway entirely. The crew then excavated the area and re-graded the ground to ensure proper drainage away from the foundation. Using wooden forms, they poured individual rectangular concrete stepping stone pads in a clean, modern pattern. After the concrete cured, the forms were removed and the gaps between each pad were filled with gravel, creating natural drainage channels that direct water safely away from the house.
Demolition day. Removing the old concrete to start fresh.
Demolition day. Removing the old concrete to start fresh.
Excavating and re-grading the ground for proper drainage away from the house.
Excavating and re-grading the ground for proper drainage away from the house.
Pouring fresh concrete into forms for the new stepping stone pads.
Pouring fresh concrete into forms for the new stepping stone pads.
The stepping stone pattern taking shape with freshly poured pads and forms in place.
The stepping stone pattern taking shape with freshly poured pads and forms in place.
Forms removed. Pads curing with gaps ready for gravel fill.
Forms removed. Pads curing with gaps ready for gravel fill.
The Results
The Finished Product
The finished walkway is a complete transformation. Clean, modern stepping stones with gravel borders now lead to the front door, giving the home a welcoming, updated entrance. More importantly, the drainage problem is solved. Water flows between the pads and away from the foundation instead of pooling against it. The homeowners got both the look and the protection they needed.
The finished walkway. Clean stepping stones with a dramatically improved entrance.
Gravel fill between pads provides excellent drainage away from the foundation.
The modern aesthetic. Clean lines with natural gravel borders creating a welcoming path.
The Transformation
Before & After
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