How much does concrete sidewalk replacement cost in Dieppe NB?

Replacing a concrete sidewalk in Dieppe costs $8–$12 per square foot fully installed for a standard broom-finish walk, putting a typical front walkway (50–100 sq ft) in the $600–$1,200 range. A longer property-side walk or driveway apron walk of 150–200 square feet runs $1,500–$2,500.

The price includes breaking out and removing the old concrete, re-grading the gravel base, pouring a new 4-inch air-entrained slab with control joints, and broom finishing. Removal and disposal of old concrete adds $2–$5 per square foot to any project where old material exists — and in established Dieppe neighbourhoods, most properties already have concrete walks that need to come out first.

In Dieppe and the greater Moncton area, the biggest sidewalk problem is frost heave. The clay-heavy soils in many parts of Greater Moncton and Dieppe retain moisture and are highly susceptible to frost lifting. Sections of walk that cross areas with poor drainage, tree roots near the surface, or inadequate granular base are particularly prone to heaving and cracking. A reputable contractor will address subgrade drainage and ensure a proper compacted gravel base (minimum 6 inches) before the pour — this is what separates a sidewalk that lasts 30 years from one that heaves and cracks within five.

Control joints — the intentional grooves cut or tooled across the walk every 4–5 feet — are essential for managing cracking in NB's climate. Without them, concrete shrinks and expands with temperature and moisture changes and cracks wherever it wants to. With properly spaced control joints, cracking is guided to the joints and remains manageable.

Replacing a sidewalk in the same footprint generally does not require a building permit in Dieppe, but a new driveway approach connecting to a street requires a driveway permit from the City of Dieppe or NB Department of Transportation for provincial roads. When in doubt, a quick call to the city confirms what approvals apply. New Brunswick Concrete can match you with local sidewalk contractors in the Dieppe and Greater Moncton area at no charge.