Concrete Patios in Charlotte, NC
Charlotte Concrete Services builds concrete patios that give you a level, dry place to sit outside instead of soggy grass, a rotting deck or tilted pavers, plus extensions, stamped finishes and replacements.
Many Charlotte lots fall away toward a creek, the Piedmont clay holds rainwater, and willow oaks drop pollen and shade that feed mildew. We set grade, base and finish so the patio sheds water away from your foundation.
We pour patios in Huntersville, Matthews and Pineville & more. Still deciding? Read concrete patio vs. pavers in Charlotte.
Why Choose Charlotte Concrete Services
- Licensed & Insured
- Years of experience pouring residential and commercial concrete
- Proper reinforcement on every pour
- Written warranty on workmanship
- Local crew, local reputation
- On-time, on-budget completion
- Free, no-obligation estimates
- Wide range of finishes
- Proper site prep and drainage grading
- Clean job sites
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Concrete Patio Services
New Patio Installation
We compact the clay, lay a 4-inch GAB base and pour a reinforced slab pitched a quarter inch per foot away from the house. Broom finish runs $7 to $11 per square foot, so 300 square feet is roughly $2,100 to $3,300.
Patios on Sloping Lots
When the yard drops away, we step the patio into two levels or tie it into a short retaining wall so the low edge rests on compacted base.
Stamped & Colored Patios
Stamped slate, flagstone or brick patterns with integral color give the look of stone for less. Stamped and decorative patios run $12 to $20 or more per square foot and are sealed after curing.
Patio Extensions
A small builder patio gets outgrown fast. We dowel new concrete into the old slab so both move together without a trip edge, and match the texture or add a stamped border.
Patio Replacement
Heaved panels, deep cracks and sinking sections mean the base failed. Removal adds $2 to $6 per square foot, then we rebuild the base and pour fresh reinforced concrete.
Drainage & Runoff Fixes
Water pooling at the back wall usually means the patio slopes the wrong way. We correct the pitch, add channel drains or pop-up emitters and route downspouts clear, within Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services rules.
From Bare Yard to Finished Patio
Layout & Estimate
We mark the shape, check the fall of the yard and note protected roots, then estimate base, finish, steps and walls.
Excavation & Base
After NC 811 marks the lines, we dig out topsoil, compact the clay and place GAB, with forms set to the final pitch.
Pour & Finish
We place reinforcement, pour and finish with a broom, stamp or exposed texture, then cut control joints.
Cure & Seal
We keep the patio damp or apply cure compound. Foot traffic is fine after a day; stamped work is sealed once cured.
Patio Questions From Charlotte Homeowners
How much is a concrete patio in Charlotte?
Broom finish is $7 to $11 per square foot and stamped $12 to $20 or more. Removal adds $2 to $6, steep grading $1 to $3.
Does a patio need a permit in Charlotte?
A ground-level slab usually needs no building permit but counts toward impervious-surface limits. Covered patios trigger review.
Why is my patio turning green?
Shade plus humidity keeps the surface damp, so algae grows. Proper slope and a breathable sealer help it dry and wash off.
Concrete or pavers for a backyard patio?
Pavers shift and grow weeds on clay soil. Concrete has fewer joints, and stamping gets a similar look.
How long does a patio take to build?
Two or three days from excavation to finish. Furniture can go on after about a week.
Can you pour next to my house foundation?
Yes. An isolation joint lets the patio and house move separately, as with any concrete slab beside a house.