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Q: Are concrete porches less expensive than wood?

• <div><p>A concrete porch costs about $2 to $10 per square foot upfront, while a wood porch costs about $4 to $30 per square foot, making concrete less expensive upfront. However, wood requires much more maintenance than concrete, so you&rsquo;ll need to consider the costs of staining, painting, and resealing the porch every few years, which makes wood more expensive in the long run.</p></div>

Q: Do you need a concrete base for a pergola?

• <div><p>A concrete base&mdash;or concrete footings, more specifically&mdash;is necessary for a freestanding pergola build. A pergola is top-heavy and can&rsquo;t stand on its own, so it will always need some type of base or support. If you&rsquo;re attaching a pergola to a deck, the deck&rsquo;s supportive joists will act as the support, so there will be no concrete base or footings necessary.</p></div>

Q: Are there alternatives to pea gravel?

• <div><p>Alternative landscaping materials similar to pea gravel include wood chips, decomposed granite, crushed stone, and pebbles. You can also invest in specialty <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/rock-landscaping-ideas-your-backyard.htm">landscape rocks</a> such as quartz, river rock, lava rock, and Mexican beach pebble. While many of these stones will cost more than pea gravel, some are more ideal for designing an attractive garden bed or managing drainage.</p></div>

Q: Are patios a good investment?

• <div><p>In most cases, patios are an outstanding investment, typically providing a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/remodeling-projects-highest-roi.htm">return on investment</a> of between 80% and 90%. Patios provide a dedicated place to relax and entertain, so you and your family will enjoy them until you sell your home. Once you sell your home, buyers typically love to see patios and outdoor entertainment areas and may be willing to pay more for your home if your patio is well-maintained. The only thing to keep in mind is that patios may be a drawback if they take up too much of a small yard.</p></div>

Q: How much base is needed under a concrete slab?

• <div><p>You should have at least <b>4 to 6 inches</b> of compactable base under your concrete slab. Your contractor may recommend more depending on the structure.</p></div>

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Last update on January 03, 2026

Reviewed in September 2025
Reset my paver patio and it looks brand new!
Ronald Kasuba Enterprises, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2025
They are also installing a paver patio and walkway, with the weather problems, they are still working. So far they are doing a good job !!!
Alternative Edge Curbing, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2022
Casey was very professional from quote to finish. Explained in detail what needed to be done and what the results will be. After completion he should his work in pictures.
Energy Enforcement
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Reviewed in October 2021
He was very nice and professional. He did the repair within a few days and communicated with us through the entire process. Highly recommended.
Fischer Construction Group, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2021
Marcelo is great to work with, and his crew did an awesome job laying my new patio!
Bosstones Masonry, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2021
Jarrod did well at protecting my plants and my patio furniture.
One Supreme Powerwash
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Reviewed in July 2020
Patio looks great. Excellent job. Austin and Bobby did a great job. Very Professional. Highly recommend.
Ground Control
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Reviewed in August 2017
Michael Godwin arrived for the estimate exactly on-time. I could tell that he knew the business well from the way he spoke and the options that he explained. His price was in line with another bid so I engaged Rain Flow to do the work. His crew arrived on-time and did the work efficiently and...
RAIN-FLOW OF NORTH FLORIDA
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Reviewed in August 2017
They also had to do some wall work. We changed the towel racks that were glued to the wall so they had to be patched and fixed. Quality was outstanding!
Fresh Coat
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