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Q: What is the standard rise and run of stairs?

• <div><p>It depends on whether you&rsquo;re looking at residential or commercial buildings. For residential buildings, the 2018 International Residential Code asks for a maximum riser (or rise) height of 7 3/4 inches and a minimum tread depth (or run) of 10 inches.</p><p>For fixed stairs in commercial buildings, OSHA requires a rise between 6 and 7.5 inches, with a run between 10 and 14 inches. The standards are different for spiral staircases.</p></div>

Q: Are concrete stairs cheaper than wood?

• <div><p>No, high labor costs and the project's complexity make concrete stairs more expensive than steel or wood stairs. Wood steps cost between<b> </b>$100 and $200 per step, including labor and materials, while concrete steps are about triple, at between $200 and $600 per step. Building codes may also have stricter requirements for concrete steps, as they&rsquo;re considered permanent, so you might also pay more for permits.</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: Is a deck more accessible than a patio?

• <div><p>Generally, a patio is more accessible than a standard deck because patios are constructed at ground level. However, decks can be made accessible by adding a wheelchair-accessible ramp, a vertical lift, or a stair lift along the entry. An ADA-compliant deck ramp costs about <b>$3,000</b> on average. The additional investment will provide a much friendlier experience for your guests with movement impairments.</p></div>

Q: Can you pour concrete when it freezes at night?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s possible to pour concrete if the temperatures are expected to dip below freezing at night, but you need to take some special precautions before you do. Most importantly, you need to make sure your concrete won&rsquo;t freeze, so the best thing to do is enclose the area and heat it. You should also make sure you&rsquo;re using cold-weather concrete that&rsquo;s designed for pouring in cold weather. Use accelerants to help speed up the curing process and avoid cold temperatures from resulting in weak concrete. </p></div>

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Last update on January 14, 2026

Reviewed in May 2025
Tradesmen concrete did an amazing job doing my concrete patio. They were quick and professional. They even buried conduit under the patio for me. I highly recommend them.
Tradesmen Concrete LLC
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Reviewed in October 2024
We couldn't be more pleased with our new patio from Indy Decorative Concrete! From the estimate to the finishing touches, this crew is really professional. They answered our numerous questions every step of the process. And now we have a beautiful patio that we can enjoy for decades. We chose a...
INDY DECORATIVE CONCRETE
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Reviewed in January 2024
Had a paver patio put in by Preston and his crew. Very stand up guy and completed the job on time and within the budget with very clean work. Always stayed in communication with me through the process and I learned alot. Definitely a refreshing change from some contractors I've hired.
Lutz Property Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in June 2021
Core Concrete was excellent to work with. Their communication with us was clear and timely. One reason we chose CC was the fact they returned our initial call. . We had a small patio that we wanted removed and a new, larger patio installed. They began work within a couple of weeks and completed...
Core Concrete Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2020
These guys are the best! I've hired Richey's Woodworks and Handyman Service for multiple projects over the last ten months, the latest being installing a patio. They go above and beyond. My projects are done on time and within my budget. Matt and Don respect what your ideas are, make...
Richey's Woodworks and Handyman Service
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Reviewed in November 2017
Arrived on time and called before he arrived. Very polite and knew what he was talking about. I would hire them again.
Clean Cut Stump Removal
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Reviewed in September 2014
I am very happy with my brick patio. The job took a little longer than I hoped but the end project is fabulous! I would recommend Imagiscapes to anyone who is wanting brick work done..
Imagiscapes
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Reviewed in April 2014
Chris gave us a quote over the phone for the removal of 2 stumps and included the Angies discount as shown above. Had to repair his equipment before coming which caused a delay but not big problem. He had the right equipment for the job and even cut the two stumps clear to the ground before...
The Stump Machine
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Reviewed in November 2013
We are having a very strong odor from our exhaust outside our house and some inside in the basement. We called on a Saturday and they did come out and fixed the exhaust in the basement and didn't charge us for doing that. And assured me that he would check out the history of our furnace and...
S&S Heating & AC, LLC
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