How Much Does 1 Yard of Concrete Cost?
One cubic yard of concrete in California can cost roughly $160 to more than $225 for the ready-mix material and delivery, depending on location, supplier, concrete mix, order size, and delivery conditions.
That does not mean a finished concrete project costs $200 per yard.
What Is a Cubic Yard of Concrete?
Concrete is commonly ordered by cubic yard.
One cubic yard contains 27 cubic feet of material.
The amount needed for your project depends on three things.
- Length
- Width
- Thickness
A patio, walkway, foundation, slab, or other project may require several cubic yards.
Why Does the Price Per Yard Change?
Concrete prices depend on several factors.
The mix itself can change the price. Higher-strength mixes, additives, colors, fibers, and other specifications may cost more.
Delivery can also affect the final bill.
Small orders may carry short-load charges because concrete trucks are designed to carry larger quantities.
Distance from the batch plant and difficult job access may affect the price too.
Material Cost Is Only Part of a Concrete Project
When hiring a concrete contractor, you are paying for much more than the concrete delivered by the truck.
A finished project may include any of the following.
- Removing old concrete
- Excavation
- Base preparation
- Forms
- Reinforcement
- Labor
- Pumping
- Finishing
- Decorative treatments
- Cleanup
This is why calculating the price of ready-mix alone will not tell you what a finished patio, walkway, foundation, or slab will cost.
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