How long does it take to build a patio?

• <div><p>The average patio takes anywhere from <b>30 to 50 hours</b> to build, including leveling the ground and paving the patio. If you’re doing the work yourself, you might want to plan on spending significantly more time, especially if you don’t have all the equipment or experience. After completing your patio build, consider <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/who-can-i-hire-prepare-my-patio-spring.htm">hiring a pro to prepare the patio for spring</a>.</p></div>

How much does it cost to install a patio?

• <div><p>The average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-install-patio.htm#">cost to install a patio</a> is around <b>$4,000</b>, but you could spend anywhere from <b>$800 to $14,000</b> or more. Some cost factors you’ll need to consider for an accurate estimate include the following:</p><ul><li><p>Square footage of the patio</p></li><li><p>Type of patio you want (concrete, pavers, or brick)</p></li><li><p>Soil quality on your property, which can dictate if drainage is necessary</p></li><li><p>Add-on products </p></li><li><p>Local permitting costs, if applicable</p></li><li><p>Accessibility of your yard </p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: What other driveway materials can I choose for my driveway?

• <div><p>Cobblestone is just one of many <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/choosing-perfect-material-your-driveway.htm">driveway materials</a>. Other, more economical, albeit less elaborate options include concrete, asphalt, and gravel. </p><p>If you want a material that most closely resembles cobblestone, your best option is bricks or pavers. Both cost anywhere from <b>$10 to $50 per square foot</b> and can be laid in all kinds of patterns. Depending on the type of paver you choose, you can also get a good bang for your buck by investing in durable natural stone. </p></div>

Q: Should a deck be replaced with a patio?

• <div><p>If it&rsquo;s time to remove your deck, there are several advantages to replacing it with a patio. For example, you&rsquo;ll pay much less to build a patio than a new deck, especially if the framework is compromised. A patio also needs less maintenance and will last longer. However, replacing your patio with a deck may not be an option if your terrain is on a slope.</p></div>

Q: What is the proper rise and run for stairs?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.iccsafe.org/">International Building Code</a> requires individual step risers in a residential staircase to measure between 4 and 7-3/4 inches and the maximum rise of a staircase not to exceed 12 feet between landings. Individual step treads can&rsquo;t be less than 10 inches deep. </p></div>

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11 years of experience

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Frisbie Construction, LLC

PO Box 242

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Frisbie Construction, LLC

PO Box 242

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Nawanna Construction

912 17th St.

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Nawanna Construction

912 17th St.

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18 years of experience

Nawanna Construction was founded in 2007. We are located out of Sioux City, Iowa. We pride ourselves in customer satisfaction. We are available for residential and commercial work, as well as sub-contracting. We always offer free estimates, no matter the time of year. We Specialize in Flat work concrete, Asphalt shingling/roofing systems, Grain bin/Silo erections, and Renovation/Remodeling. Every area has a trained and educated in that area of expertise to perform, manage, and complete the project/task as you the customer request obeying State, County, and Nation Building Codes. OSHA trained personals are on our site to see that we carry a work safe and productive manner in all our projects. There is no job to small or big for our company. By hiring our company to do the work not only will you get your project done but it will be done right, safely, in a timely manner, have our experts opinions/referrals, meet all codes, fair pricing, and carry out a personal warranty that we Nawanna Construction carry to our customers that our craftmanship is at hand top of the industry. As the times change we upgrade our knowledge but dont ever change how we Treat our customers.

Fischer Quality Construction

300 West 32nd Street

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Fischer Quality Construction

300 West 32nd Street

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C & K Construction

602 N. 4th Ave

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C & K Construction

602 N. 4th Ave

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We have 3 employee's at the moment. Depending on size of job. Half is due upfront before work is started.

Dudley Brothers Company

3576 Dolphin Dr SE

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Dudley Brothers Company

3576 Dolphin Dr SE

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Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

Family-owned & operated since 1977. We are a full-service remodeling company specializing in Curb Appeal.

Custom Drapery & Blinds by Michael Esch

Custom Drapery & Blinds by Michael Esch

Customers say: Super punctual

17 years of experience

Window Treatment Design + Installation Experts.

"Great, very good service!"

Mark B on December 2019

Window Treatment Design + Installation Experts.

"Great, very good service!"

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Patios questions, answered by experts

The average patio takes anywhere from 30 to 50 hours to build, including leveling the ground and paving the patio. If you’re doing the work yourself, you might want to plan on spending significantly more time, especially if you don’t have all the equipment or experience. After completing your patio build, consider hiring a pro to prepare the patio for spring.

Cobblestone is just one of many driveway materials. Other, more economical, albeit less elaborate options include concrete, asphalt, and gravel.

If you want a material that most closely resembles cobblestone, your best option is bricks or pavers. Both cost anywhere from $10 to $50 per square foot and can be laid in all kinds of patterns. Depending on the type of paver you choose, you can also get a good bang for your buck by investing in durable natural stone.

The average cost to install a patio is around $4,000, but you could spend anywhere from $800 to $14,000 or more. Some cost factors you’ll need to consider for an accurate estimate include the following:

Square footage of the patio
Type of patio you want (concrete, pavers, or brick)
Soil quality on your property, which can dictate if drainage is necessary
Add-on products
Local permitting costs, if applicable
Accessibility of your yard

If it’s time to remove your deck, there are several advantages to replacing it with a patio. For example, you’ll pay much less to build a patio than a new deck, especially if the framework is compromised. A patio also needs less maintenance and will last longer. However, replacing your patio with a deck may not be an option if your terrain is on a slope.

The International Building Code requires individual step risers in a residential staircase to measure between 4 and 7-3/4 inches and the maximum rise of a staircase not to exceed 12 feet between landings. Individual step treads can’t be less than 10 inches deep.

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