**Total Estimated Cost**
Low: $620 Mid (highlight): $765 High: $940
**Scope of Work**
Prepare 8×12 ft patio slab & 50 sq ft of sidewalk (~146 sq ft total). Reduce slope for better water runoff control. Apply resurfacer or sand mix to level uneven areas. Finish surface with trowel and/or broom texture.
**Project Phases**
1. Site Prep & Cleaning (0.5 day) – Remove debris, clean surface, mask edges.
2. Slope Correction & Patch Fill (0.5 day) – Apply leveling compound/sand mix.
3. Full Resurfacing Layer (0.5–0.75 day) – Spread resurfacer evenly.
4. Finishing & Curing (0.25 day active + 1 day passive) – Apply texture and allow curing.
**Material Costs (Reference)**
Concrete resurfacer: 6 bags – $168–$192
Sand mix (patching): 2 bags – $16–$18
Bonding agent: 1 gal – $22–$25
Masking/plastic: 1 roll – $10–$12
**Total:** $216–$247
**Labor Costs**
Prep & Cleaning: 4 hrs – $140–$200
Slope & Patch: 4 hrs – $140–$200
Resurfacing Layer: 6 hrs – $210–$300
Finishing & Curing: 2 hrs – $70–$100
**Total:** $560–$800
**Labor Timeframe**
Total Active Time: 2 days (single experienced finisher)
Curing: 24 hrs before light use, 72 hrs before heavy load.
**Break Points**
1. After prep & cleaning
2. After slope correction/patching
3. After final resurfacing layer
**Tools & Equipment**
Pressure washer (rent), margin trowel, broom, mixing buckets, safety gear.
**Miscellaneous Costs**
Pressure washer rental: ~$45/day
Consumables: ~$20
Debris haul-off: N/A
**DIY vs Contractor**
Contractor: $765 total
DIY (Intermediate skill): $281 total
Note: DIY savings are significant, but quality risk is higher without concrete finishing experience.
After purchase you will receive a downloadable PDF containing the full estimate and customer contact details.
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