What’s Included in a Patio Project

1

Layout and design

We walk the space with you to confirm size, shape, and how the patio connects to your home and yard.

2

Excavation and base prep

The area is excavated and a compacted gravel base is set for proper drainage under the slab.

3

Forming and reinforcement

Forms are set for the exact shape and slope, with reinforcement placed based on the patio’s size and intended use (fire pits, hot tubs, and heavy furniture all factor in).

4

Pouring and finishing

The slab is poured and finished in your chosen style: broom, exposed aggregate, or stamped.

5

Control joints and curing

Joints are placed to control shrinkage cracking, and the patio is left to cure before heavy use.

Planning a Patio for Our Climate

A patio in Snohomish County needs to handle standing water from our long rainy season and the settling that can come from our region’s slow-draining soils. We slope every patio slab away from your home and grade the surrounding area so water doesn’t pool against the slab edge, a common issue with patios that were poured flat without a drainage plan.

What Affects the Cost of a New Patio

Patio pricing is driven by square footage, finish type (stamped and decorative finishes run more per square foot than plain broom finish), thickness and reinforcement, and any site prep needed for excavation, grading, or drainage work. We’ll spell out each of these in your written estimate.

What You Can Expect Working With Us

A written, itemized estimate before work starts, one crew from layout through final finish, and clear communication about drainage and slope decisions that affect how your patio performs over time, not just how it looks on pour day.

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We’ll walk your site, explain your options, and give you a written estimate, no pressure.

Patio Projects

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Patio FAQs

What finish options do you offer for a patio?

Standard broom finish, exposed aggregate, and stamped/decorative patterns are all options. See our Stamped & Decorative Concrete page for more on the stamped option specifically.

Can a patio be built to handle a fire pit or hot tub?

Yes. Tell us during your estimate and we’ll plan the slab thickness and reinforcement around that added weight and heat exposure.

How do you keep water from pooling on the patio?

We grade the slab with a slight slope away from your home and plan the surrounding drainage as part of the project, not as an afterthought.

How long until I can use my new patio?

Walkable in a day or two, with full cure strength at around 28 days. We’ll let you know the specific timeline for your project.

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