An Ascension Parish town 7 feet above sea level
Concrete Contractors in Sorrento, LA
Driveways, patios, walks and slabs for homes in and around Sorrento, built for low ground and long wet spells.
- Free measuring visit at your property
- Written quote with each line priced
- Grade and drainage planned before forms go in
Concrete Work in Sorrento
Sorrento sits about 7 feet above sea level, among the lowest towns in the Baton Rouge area, so concrete contractors in Sorrento have to plan every slab around water. The town incorporated on September 11, 1956, and grew slowly from 1,151 residents in 1960 to 1,514 at the 2020 census. River Parishes Community College opened in Sorrento in 1998. We pour driveways, patios, decorative concrete, walks and steps and slabs, and we repair or replace concrete that has settled or cracked.
Why elevation matters for concrete
At 7 feet, the water table is close to the surface and the ground stays wet for long stretches after rain. Concrete on wet, soft soil settles unless it has a strong base. That is why older Sorrento driveways often have panels that have sunk, separated or tilted. In Ascension Parish as a whole, nearly one-third of homes, about 15,000 structures, flooded in August 2016 after a levee along the Amite River was overtopped.
For every new slab here, we:
- Remove soft or organic soil and replace it with compacted base
- Set a clear slope so water leaves the slab quickly
- Check where downspouts and yard water go
- Use reinforcement and control joints that keep any cracks tight
Raised homes and steps
Many homes in low parts of Ascension Parish sit on raised foundations or have been elevated, which means taller steps and landings at the doors. We form steps with even risers, set them on footings that reach firm soil and separate them from the house so movement in one does not crack the other.
Permits in Sorrento
Sorrento is its own town, while the surrounding unincorporated areas fall under Ascension Parish. The parish permitting page lists a residential accessory structure permit and a grading and fill form, and first access driveways along public rights-of-way are requested through the parish call center. We confirm with the town or parish which rules apply to your address before we schedule.
Driveways that cross the ditch
Many Sorrento homes sit along roads with open ditches, so a new or widened driveway often needs a culvert. The culvert has to be sized for the ditch, set at the right grade and inspected where required before we pour over it. On very low ground, we also look at whether the driveway should be raised slightly so it does not become the lowest point on the lot.
Timing in a wet climate
The area's heavy rain means we keep a close eye on the forecast. We pour early in the day, cover fresh concrete when a storm is close and reschedule rather than pour on a saturated base.
Small town, steady work
With about 1,500 residents, Sorrento is a town where most concrete work is replacement and small additions: a new patio, a wider drive, new steps. We are glad to take on small jobs as well as large ones.
What we pour in Sorrento
- Driveways: replacements, widening and new drives with culverts
- Patios: backyard slabs and covered-patio pads
- Decorative concrete: stamped patios and walks
- Walks and steps: front walks and steps to raised homes
- Slabs: shed pads and detached garage floors
- Repairs: sunken panels and broken sections
Call (225) 239-2979 to set up a visit.
Sorrento Facts That Affect Concrete
- Very low ground. Sorrento sits at about 7 feet above sea level in Ascension Parish.
- Incorporated 1956. The town incorporated September 11, 1956, and had 1,514 residents in 2020.
- Parish flooding. About 15,000 Ascension Parish structures flooded in 2016 after an Amite River levee was overtopped.
- College town. River Parishes Community College, located in Sorrento, was established in 1998.
Our Services in Sorrento, LA
Sorrento Questions
Why do driveways in Sorrento sink?
The ground is low and stays wet, so soil under a slab without a strong base compresses over time. We remove soft soil, compact a proper base and pour with a slope that sheds water.
Can you build tall steps for a raised home?
Yes. We form steps with even risers, set them on footings and separate them from the house with an isolation joint.
Who issues permits in Sorrento?
Inside town limits, the town handles permits; outside, Ascension Parish does. We confirm which applies to your address.
Should my driveway be raised on a low lot?
Sometimes. If the drive is the lowest point on the lot, water collects on it. Raising the base slightly and setting the right slope keeps it dry and protects the garage.
Free Estimates in Sorrento, LA
Tell us about your Sorrento project, and we will schedule a free on-site estimate.
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