Concrete Contractors in Highland City, FL

Highland City is an unincorporated community on US 98 between south Lakeland and Bartow. It's close enough to both that most Lakeland and Bartow concrete crews treat it as part of their regular service area, so it's one of the easiest places in the county to get a quote.

County: Polk
Status: Unincorporated (census-designated place)
Originally: Haskell, a railroad stop
Between: Lakeland and Bartow on US 98

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Contractors serving the Highland City area

We don't list any concrete companies based in Highland City yet. These contractors are based in nearby towns and are the closest ones in our directory. Distance is measured roughly from the center of Highland City; confirm they cover your address when you call.

A little Highland City history

The area was once the site of Fort Fraser, a U.S. Army post built in 1837 during the Seminole Wars. When the South Florida Railroad's branch between Lakeland and Bartow opened in 1885, the only stop between the two towns was named Haskell, after brothers who were early investors in the railroad. Haskell was incorporated as Highlands City in 1925 but lost that status within two years. Today it's an unincorporated community that has grown with south Lakeland.

Where we see work in Highland City

US 98 corridor. Older homes and small businesses that need driveways, aprons, and parking pads.
Lakeland Highlands area. Established neighborhoods to the west where driveway replacement and patio additions are common.
Clubhouse Road area. Mix of older and newer homes with pool deck and patio work.
Toward Bartow and Eagle Lake. Larger lots with RV pads, shop slabs, and long driveways.

Highland City soil and weather: what it means for concrete

Highland City is on the northern edge of Polk County's phosphate region. Natural ground is mostly sandy, but some newer lots sit on fill or reclaimed land, which can settle unevenly. A well-compacted base is the cheapest insurance against cracks.

The terrain is flat, and low spots hold water after summer storms. Slabs need enough slope to drain, and downspouts should discharge away from the edges.

Like the rest of Polk County, summers are hot with near-daily afternoon storms. Expect early-morning pours from about June through September.

Permits in Highland City

Highland City is unincorporated, so building and right-of-way permits go through Polk County rather than a city. Your contractor should confirm whether your project needs a permit and handle the application.

This is general information, not legal advice. Rules change, so confirm with the local building department before work starts.

Common concrete jobs in Highland City

Driveway replacement

Cracked or settled driveways replaced with a properly reinforced slab.

RV and shop slabs

Pads and slabs for RVs, boats, and detached garages on bigger lots.

Patios and pool decks

Back patios and pool surrounds, plain or stamped.

Settling repair

Leveling and crack repair where fill has settled under a slab.

Service guides and typical costs

Concrete driveways Concrete patios Stamped concrete Concrete slabs and pads Concrete repair Concrete resurfacing

Highland City concrete FAQs

Do Lakeland concrete contractors work in Highland City?+

Yes. Highland City is only a few miles from south Lakeland, and most crews in our Lakeland and Bartow listings cover it. Send a job request and we'll match you with one that's available.

Who issues permits in Highland City?+

Highland City is unincorporated, so permits go through Polk County. Your contractor should confirm whether your project needs one.

How long before I can drive on a new driveway?+

Foot traffic is usually fine after a day or two. Most contractors recommend waiting about a week before driving a car on it, and longer for heavy trucks or RVs. Concrete keeps gaining strength for about a month.

Is Highland City priced like Lakeland?+

Generally, yes. It's inside the regular service area for Lakeland and Bartow crews, so there's usually no travel premium.

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