Patio Installation · Northern Virginia

Patio Installation in Northern Virginia

A patio adds ground-level outdoor living space and pairs naturally with a deck above it on sloped Northern Virginia lots.

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Paver and stone options

Concrete pavers offer the widest range of shapes, colors, and price points. Natural stone costs more and gives a more organic surface. Both depend far more on base preparation than on the surface product.

Drainage and site preparation

Excavation depth, compacted base, edge restraint, and where water goes afterward determine whether a patio stays level. We look at grade and downspout locations before designing the layout.

Deck and patio combinations

On walk-out lots, a deck off the main level with a patio underneath or beside it doubles the usable outdoor area and gives shade to the lower space.

Backyard concrete paver patio with a seating wall next to a deck in Northern Virginia
Backyard concrete paver patio with a seating wall next to a deck in Northern Virginia. Shown as a design example rather than a completed project record.

Planning Ranges

Deck repair

  • Small board or railing repair$1,500 – $5,000
  • Moderate repair or partial resurfacing$5,000 – $12,000
  • Significant framing, stair, railing, or structural repair$10,000 – $20,000+

New wood decks

  • Small pressure-treated wood deck$8,000 – $14,000
  • Approximately 16×20 pressure-treated deck$9,000 – $17,000

New composite decks

  • Small 12×16 composite deck$14,000 – $24,000
  • Approximately 16×20 standard composite deck$20,000 – $32,000
  • Approximately 300–400 sq ft premium composite deck$24,000 – $40,000
  • Approximately 500 sq ft or multi-level deck$32,000 – $55,000+

Patio installation

  • Approximately 250–300 sq ft concrete paver patio$14,000 – $22,000
  • Larger or upgraded paver patio$22,000 – $35,000
  • Approximately 350–450 sq ft premium stone or detailed patio$28,000 – $48,000+

What changes the price

Deck size, material selection, framing condition, deck height, stair runs, railing type, demolition, site access, drainage, and design complexity all move the number.

Displayed prices are general Northern Virginia planning ranges and are not guaranteed estimates. Final pricing depends on dimensions, materials, framing condition, deck height, stairs, railings, demolition, property access, drainage, design complexity, engineering, permit requirements, HOA requirements, and the final written scope of work.

Related Deck & Outdoor Living Services

Custom Deck Building

New decks designed for your yard, grade, and door heights.

Composite Deck Installation

Low-maintenance composite and PVC surfaces with matching trim.

Wood Deck Installation

Pressure-treated and cedar decks at a lower entry cost.

Deck Repair

Boards, stairs, railings, and framing repairs after an on-site look.

Deck Resurfacing

New surface and railings over framing that is still sound.

Deck Railings and Stairs

Aluminum, cable, composite, and wood railings plus stair runs.

Deck Replacement

Full rebuilds when repair is no longer the practical option.

Patio Installation

Paver and stone patios, walkways, and deck-patio combinations.

Outdoor Carpentry

Pergolas, privacy walls, built-in benches, and deck framing.

Our Deck Building Process

  1. Step 1

    Initial consultation

    We talk through how you want to use the space, rough size, materials you like, and the budget range you are planning around.

  2. Step 2

    Property and structure evaluation

    On site we look at grade, door heights, access, drainage, and — for existing decks — the condition of framing, posts, and stairs.

  3. Step 3

    Design and material selection

    Footprint, stair placement, railing style, and decking selections are settled before pricing is finalized.

  4. Step 4

    Written scope and estimate

    You get a written scope of work that states what is included so the number is tied to something specific.

  5. Step 5

    Permit and HOA coordination

    Requirements depend on the property, jurisdiction, and scope. We confirm what applies to your project and what we will handle before work begins.

  6. Step 6

    Construction

    Framing, decking, stairs, railings, and any built-in features, with the site cleaned at the end of each phase.

  7. Step 7

    Final walkthrough

    We walk the finished deck with you, review care instructions for the material you chose, and close out any punch items.

Patio Installation — Common Questions

How much does a paver patio cost?

A 250–300 sq ft paver patio generally plans in the $14,000–$22,000 range, with larger or upgraded patios planning higher.

Can a deck and patio be designed together?

Yes, and it is often the better use of the yard on a sloped lot. We design them as one project so the transitions work.

Do patios need drainage work?

Most do, at least in the form of proper slope and base preparation. Some properties need additional drainage, which is identified during the site visit.

Do you build seating walls?

Seating walls and walkways can be included in the scope when they fit the design and budget.

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Talk Through Your Patio Installation Project

Tell us about the space, the materials you are considering, the approximate size, and how you want to use it. We will review the project and explain the next steps.

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