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Concrete Patio Services Cost Factors
- Location
- Patio Size
- Patio Shape
- Thickness
- Patio Color
- Multiple Levels
- Purchaser
Needless to say, the farther the concrete has to travel, the more expensive it will be. In fact, according to our concrete delivery cost guide, the national average is $1,200. Furthermore, the larger or more complex your patio design is, the more expensive it will be.
Finally, any added color will increase your total patio price. Staining or using stamped concrete is more expensive than the traditional gray for concrete patio.
A patio is an essential element in today’s backyards. Concrete is the most popular patio material in the country. With many decorative finishes, concrete patios attract homeowners who want an outdoor surface with unlimited design potential. When compared to wood decks, pavers and natural stone, a concrete patio is also more durable and requires less maintenance.
Here, we offer tips for designing and sizing a concrete patio, give you an overview of the various concrete patio finish options, and tell you about ways you can accessorize and enhance your patio. For people with existing concrete patios, we also tell you about ways to give your old patio a decorative makeover by resurfacing, staining or engraving.
Is A Concrete Patio A Good Choice For My Backyard?
Here are four reasons to pick concrete for your patio:
Create an outdoor entertaining zone
In addition to serving as a gathering zone for lounging and entertaining, concrete patios allow homeowners to seamlessly blend interior and exterior living spaces. They are the perfect decorative flooring surface for outdoor kitchens and living rooms, complete with cozy seating areas, fireplaces and water features.
Customize with color and pattern
What’s more, this outdoor floor offers unlimited design options. When enhanced by stains and integral colors, concrete patios can be color coordinated to match a home’s exterior or landscape. They can also be stamped or engraved in patterns that mimic other popular paving materials, such as brick, flagstone, slate and tile.
Check out these examples:
Stamped concrete patios
Stained concrete patios
Save money without sacrificing style
As an investment, concrete patios typically cost less than patios made of brick or natural stone because they are less labor-intensive to install. The lower price tag combined with the wide array of patterns and colors available make concrete an economical choice for most budgets. Plus, concrete is easily formed into any shape to accommodate backyard space restrictions.
See a more detailed breakdown of concrete patio cost.
Enjoy a durable, low-maintenance surface
Upgrading your backyard with a decorative concrete patio is also an investment that will provide many years of enjoyment while improving the look of your landscape. Concrete is easy to maintain and can stand up to the harshest of weather conditions. Unlike paving stones, you won’t have joints between units where grass and weeds can sprout. And unlike wood, concrete won’t warp, rot or require periodic staining.
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PROS & CONS OF A CONCRETE PATIO
Until wood decks became so trendy a decade or so ago, most patios were made of hard materials like concrete, brick or stone. Today, many homeowners who installed those wood decks need to replace them because of rotting or warped wood, or because they are simply fed up with the hassle of staining and sealing them every few years. Patios made of concrete or concrete pavers are making a big comeback as homeowners now realize all the benefits they were missing out on by installing wood or wood-composite decking. Here are some of the reasons why people are making the switch.
Versatility
Thanks to the design versatility of concrete, your patio will never look just like your neighbor’s. And with recent advances in coloring techniques and stamping tools, patios made of poured-in-place concrete are more versatile than ever before. Concrete is easily formed into any shape, allowing you to accommodate backyard space restrictions or incorporate attractive curves. With the use of stains and other coloring methods, you can also achieve just about any hue imaginable, whether you want to match the stone facade of your house or blend in with the natural landscape.
You can also choose from a vast array of pattern and design options, including stamped patterns, stenciling, engraving, exposed aggregate and more (see Concrete Patio Finishes). While many concrete patios are designed to complement the outdoor landscape, some homeowners choose a concrete patio style that complements their indoor living space to create a surface that blends in seamlessly with the interior decor. Concrete can also be made to resemble other popular patio materials, including brick, natural stone and even wood.
Durability
In addition to concrete’s versatility, concrete is highly durable and can stand up to the wide range of weather conditions found across the country. In fact, many concrete contractors in colder climates take special measures to ensure the durability of the concrete patios they produce.
Bill Guthro of Distinctive Concrete in Rowley, Mass., says stamped concrete will last longer than any other type of masonry installation. “We use a lot of steel and rebar in a 2-foot grid that controls cracking. We also apply many coats of sealer,” he says. In addition, they use a proprietary high-strength concrete mix that reaches compressive strengths of 4000 psi and includes reinforcing fibers.
Easier Maintenance
When compared with individual masonry paving units and natural stone, concrete is easier to maintain because it’s a solid surface. Unlike paving stones, you won’t have sand-filled joints between units where grass and weeds can sprout. In addition, individual pavers can settle unevenly, creating dangerous tripping hazards.
When compared with wood, a concrete patio saves you the labor of staining and resealing year after year, and it’s invulnerable to termite infestation, wood rot and splintering. (See Concrete Patio Maintenance Is a Breeze).
Environmentally Friendly
Installing a concrete patio rather than a wood deck saves lumber and eliminates the need for regular maintenance with solvent-based wood stains and sealers (see Green Building With Concrete).
Better Value
Concrete can be stamped, engraved, stenciled or textured to resemble pricier stone or brick pavers, and often at a fraction of the cost, especially when you factor in the labor savings. The aesthetic appeal and durability of decorative concrete will also boost the resale value of your home. (See Concrete Patio Costs).
MAKE YOUR PATIO A BACKYARD DESTINATION
In addition to being a great patio material, concrete can also be used to maximize your entire backyard space. The goal is to create destinations in the garden and connect them with welcoming pathways. Use focal points, seat walls, fountains, ponds, arbors, fireplaces, fire pits, and fragrant plantings to create interest at different locations and draw guests out into the yard space.
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Concrete Uses
In addition to patios, concrete has a number of other uses. Homeowners can use the concrete to connect two outdoor entertaining areas, including a patio placed around a swimming pool or a patio attached to a house. Concrete walkways are a popular option in various places across the country, and homeowners will find that they can use pavers to create a walkway that runs across their yards or from a patio in the backyard to the front of the house. Many homeowners add a walkway when adding a patio.
Advantages of A Concrete Patio
Concrete patios bring a wide range of advantages, especially compared to composite or wood deck. Some of those benefits include:
Environmentally friendly
Concrete is a durable material that can hold up well to environmental dangers, making it a good choice for areas that receive a lot of rain. The excess moisture that builds up on the ground won’t affect stamped or poured concrete. Contractors can add a sealant to the top of the concrete that prevents moisture from seeping inside. Sealant can also form a barrier between the concrete and any chemicals used in a swimming pool or on a lawn.
Many people choose concrete because it is more affordable than wood and other materials. It can cost up to half as much as a similar patio made from wood. Those interested in going green will find that concrete is a better alternative. Some manufacturers create concrete from leftover and recycled materials. Homeowners will also find that concrete comes in a wide range of options to fit their needs.
Disadvantages of A Concrete Patio
Though concrete is a good choice for patios, it does come with a few problems. Concrete is durable, but it can develop cracks and chips after prolonged use. Repairing stamped concrete, colored concrete or a patio with a unique design is often expensive because the contractor must match the repair to the original design or color. With concrete pavers, some homeowners need to apply a weed killer or pesticide to prevent weeds from sprouting up between the pavers. Concrete pavers can also chip or crack more easily than poured concrete.
Caring for concrete is generally easy, but homeowners will need to apply more sealant to the surface of the patio every few years. Certain chemicals, including those used to melt snow and ice quickly, can eat through the sealant and damage the concrete beneath. Those willing to take care of the concrete will have a patio that they can use for years to come.
Concrete Delivery
Chances are, most homeowners will not mix the concrete themselves. Likewise, some concrete companies have the concrete delivered themselves. Luckily, there are few different ways to deliver concrete:
Mixer Truck
Special Trailers Electric Concrete Mixer Ready-Mix Dry
For bigger jobs, most companies will call in a mixer truck. These trucks carry up to 10 cubic yards of concrete but will still usually deliver just a yard or two. Special trailers and electric concrete mixers are used for smaller jobs, but still require professional assistance or DIY experience. Finally, for really small jobs, homeowners can purchase sacks of ready-mix dry concrete, which you mix with water in a wheelbarrow.