Concrete Patios in Lubbock TX

The price of concrete patios changes with size, thickness, finish, access and site work. A plain gray broom finish patio costs the least. Color, a border, stamped patterns or exposed stone add to the price. If we have to remove an old slab, haul away dirt or build up a low area, that adds cost too.

We do not quote by phone because every yard is different. At your free estimate, we measure, check the slope, talk through finishes and write the price down. If you have a budget, tell us. We can show you ways to save, like a smaller footprint now with room to extend later, or a simple broom finish with a decorative border. Our goal is a patio you enjoy, at a price you understand. Before a big project, a quick call to the city or county about setbacks and permits is time well spent. We take pride in straight lines, square corners and clean edges, because those are the details people notice when a job is done.

Four inches is the standard for concrete patios that carry chairs, tables and people. If you plan to park a golf cart, put in a heavy grill island or add a hot tub, we pour five or six inches and add more steel. The thickness is only part of the picture. The base under the slab, the steel inside and the way the slab is cured matter just as much.

On Lubbock clay, we also thicken the edges a little, because that is where moisture changes hit first. We cut control joints so any cracks follow straight lines. When you tell us what will go on the patio, we choose a thickness that fits. It costs very little to add strength at the start and a lot to fix a failed slab later. We call you before each major step, so you always know what is happening and when the crew will be on your property.

Concrete patios can crack like any slab, but we plan to keep cracks small and straight. Wind and heat are the biggest threats while the patio is fresh. They pull water from the surface before the concrete has set, and that makes tiny cracks. We pour at calmer hours, wet the base, use evaporation retarder on windy days and cure the surface right after finishing.

We also cut control joints so the slab has a planned weak line to crack along. And we use steel to hold any cracks tight. If a thin hairline shows up later, it is usually cosmetic and can be sealed. We will tell you what to expect, how to care for the patio, and what to watch for in the first year. Ask us how we handle cleanup, because a good crew leaves your yard tidy and takes the debris with them. We are glad to meet your builder, plumber or electrician on site so the sleeves, steel and forms all line up before the pour.

Lighter colors stay cooler. A light gray or tan broom finish patio is comfortable under bare feet, even on a hot afternoon. Dark colors absorb more heat and can feel hot to touch in July. A sealer helps too, because it protects the surface and lets you rinse off dust and spills easily.

If you like a more decorative look, a colored patio in sand or terracotta fits our desert style, and a stamped pattern can look like stone without the cost of stone. Texture matters for safety, so we avoid very smooth finishes outside. We bring samples to your estimate and hold them up in the real sun, which tells you more than any catalog picture. Heavy trucks, moving vans and delivery vehicles should stay off new concrete for about four weeks, until it reaches its full strength. If your budget is tight, we can phase a project, doing the most important slab first and the rest later.

Yes. We can pour a new patio beside an existing slab, a porch or a driveway. We saw cut a clean edge, drill steel dowels when the design calls for it, and match the finish so the join looks neat. The color of new concrete is lighter than old concrete at first, but it blends in after a season or two, and a sealer helps even things out.

If the old slab is cracked or sunken, we will tell you honestly whether it is better to repair it or replace it so the two pieces last the same length of time. We also check the slope so water does not run toward the house. A short visit lets us give you a clear plan and a free written price. We confirm the pour day with you the afternoon before and again that morning, so nothing about the schedule is a surprise. Good drainage keeps puddles, ice and algae off your concrete, and on flat land it takes careful planning of every slope.

Many simple concrete patios on your own lot do not need a city permit, but rules vary. A patio that is covered, attached to the house or built near a property line may need approval. Many Lubbock subdivisions also have HOA rules for size, color and placement. It is smart to check before you pour, and to get approval in writing.

We can help by drawing a simple sketch and bringing finish samples, which makes the approval easier. We also call Texas811 before we dig, so buried lines are marked for free. If you are not sure which rules apply, tell us your address and what you want to build. We will point you to the right office, and we will not start until you are ready. We pour year round on the South Plains, and the plan changes with the season, not the quality of the work. Keep a copy of your estimate and any approvals with your home records, since they are handy when you sell or add on.