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Q: Will a patio cause my property taxes to go up?

• <div><p>Some patios will cause your property taxes to increase, while others will not. A good rule of thumb is that if your patio requires a permit, your taxes will increase. That&rsquo;s because permits are necessary for &ldquo;permanent&rdquo; land improvements, and your taxes are based partially on improvements. Something like a concrete patio that&rsquo;s considered permanent will bump up your property taxes, while a &ldquo;temporary&rdquo; paver patio or flagstone patio will not negatively affect your taxes. Keep in mind that this can vary, so always contact your building department to see if your patio project will affect your taxes.</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: What is the least expensive way to pave a driveway?

• <div><p>Gravel is the least expensive <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-of-driveways.htm">driveway type</a>, costing between <b>$1 and $3 per square foot</b>. That said, you&rsquo;ll likely need to add new gravel filling once or twice a year which can add up in additional costs over time. In addition, be prepared to regularly rake the gravel into place to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-make-your-gravel-driveway-look-rock-star.htm">keep your gravel driveway looking its best</a>.</p></div>

Q: Is it less expensive to build your own patio?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s definitely less expensive to build your own patio. Depending on the paver material you choose, expect to pay around $1,700 to build your own paver patio. Hiring a local patio builder will set you back $3,700 on average.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to build a staircase?

• <div><p>Building a new staircase can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks, depending on the complexity of the design, materials, and whether an old one needs to be demolished. Straight staircases are quicker to build than curved or spiral staircases, which require more intricate design and precise measurements. </p></div>

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Last update on January 15, 2026

Reviewed in August 2024
None of the projects listed apply to the job. I needed someone to seal my sidewalk and patio. My patio had a low spot because the original person that put in the patio didn't level it right and I had a constant puddle in the middle of my patio. So before applying the sealer a couple of channels...
Creative Concrete Corporation
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Reviewed in August 2024
They showed up and completed the job on schedule. It rained one day and instead of leaving they waited in their trucks for hours for the rain to stop. As a business owner myself I found them to be very professional. They cleaned the area up well and the new patio and restored fireplace looks...
AN Masonry
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Reviewed in May 2024
Patric and crew did an wonderful job on our new patio. Even though we had some weather related setbacks, the job was completed before Memorial day as promised. We had so many positive comments in regards to the style and thickness of the stamped concrete design during our Memorial day picnic. We...
PGS Concrete Designs, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
David was very responsive with coming to look at our patio project and getting us out a quote very quickly. We were able to get him scheduled for when we wanted the patio installed and his workmanship was A+ the patio came out amazing and we look forward to many years of use
Valley Excavating
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Reviewed in August 2021
Brian installed a new lawn and a paver patio in our backyard. We had previously had an above ground pool. After dismantling that, the backyard needed to be refinished Brian did a fantastic job. His passion for his work shows in every step of the project. We would definitely recommend BRL...
BRL Landscaping
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Reviewed in March 2021
Locally owned, very thorough, on time, polite and professional, job done efficiently and quickly, cleaned up well after completion and did most of the footwork for me. This company EXCELS!
Marion Plumbing & Heating, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2021
We recently had a complete roof replacement. Before proceeding, we did comprehensive research of area companies and Vista came out on top, with good reason! All appointments were not only on time but were extremely punctual. We met first with Product Specialist Holly, who was enthusiastic, very...
Vista Home Improvement
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Reviewed in March 2020
David has been great working around my crazy schedule! He is always on time. His quotes for a job are very good. His work is excellent and cleans up after finishing for the day.
Prime Real Estate
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Reviewed in September 2015
Mark was right on time and did a fantastic job removing the old microwave, and installing the new one over the stove in my kitchen. He worked very efficiently and I was very pleased with the whole operation (which he completed within 1 hour). He also took the old unit for recycling, as well as...
Mark's Appliance Sales & Service
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