Is it cheaper to build a brick or concrete patio?

• <div><p>It is generally cheaper to build a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/brick-vs-flagstone-patio.htm">concrete patio versus a brick patio</a>. Basic concrete costs around <b>$8 to $15 per square foot</b>, while a brick patio typically ranges from <b>$10 to $20 per square foot</b>. The cost difference comes down to both materials and labor—pouring and finishing concrete is faster than placing each brick by hand. Brick pavers look great and last long, but they’ll cost more up front. If you’re looking to keep your budget in check without sacrificing function, concrete is usually the more cost-effective choice.</p></div>

How long should I wait to walk or drive on the repaired area?

• <div><p>If you used regular jointing sand, you can typically walk on the repaired area right away. If you used polymeric sand, wait at least <b>24 hours</b> before walking on it and <b>48 to 72 hours</b> before driving over it, depending on the weather. Polymeric sand needs time to fully cure and lock the pavers in place.</p></div>

How big should a driveway apron be?

• <div><p>The size of your driveway apron will vary based on your town's building codes. On average, they range between 12 and 24 feet wide and eight to 15 feet long. One end of the apron usually matches the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/driveway-width-guide.htm">width of the driveway</a>—10 to 12 feet wide for a single-car driveway—while the street end flares out to allow cars to turn in and out.</p></div>

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Q: How long do concrete steps last?

• <div><p>With proper maintenance, exterior concrete steps can last 25 to 50 years or more. In most cases, your steps will require some minor repairs over that time frame, including sealing surface cracks and resurfacing to keep them in good condition. Interior concrete steps should last even longer, normally between 50 and 75 years, as they don&rsquo;t have to stand up to the elements.</p></div>

Q: How much weight can I put on my concrete patio?

• <div><p>A properly installed 6-inch concrete slab, mixed and cured under the right conditions, can support about 3,000 pounds concentrated over a single square foot without buckling. Conversely, concrete pavers can handle around 8,000 pounds per square inch when laid over a solid, well-compacted base. </p></div>

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Last update on November 11, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
Professional services. Land clearing, site preparation and septic installation, they do it all and do it right. Great company.
Dirty Dollars Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2025
We hired O'Neil and Victor to replace post on patio they did a wonderful job at the house early we are very pleased
Home Complete Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in October 2024
Robert is very professional and gets the job done at a reasonable price and takes pride in the quality of work he does. I recommend this company and I will use them again.
PLG Roofing and Contractors
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Reviewed in October 2024
Fair. The owner did not have a firm agreement with the tractor driver so that price went up while the guy was waiting for the one dump truck to go empty and get back. The owner underestimated nr of truck loads to haul away, so the tractor man sat idle for long stretches. The workers pulled the...
Quality Concrete Construction
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Reviewed in September 2024
Great work, very pleased will definitely use this company again in the future!!
R&R Construction
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Reviewed in December 2023
Very professional and fast will definitely use them again !!!!!! Hire this company for all your cleaning services needed !!!
RT Cleaning Company LLC
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Reviewed in December 2022
Davis company is well knowledgeable of Well pumps and is Compassionate about their work And making sure everything is working properly before they leave the job site
Davis Painting and Home Repair
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Reviewed in July 2022
Very Good company
All of the Above Cleaning and Painting
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Reviewed in July 2020
We paid the 90 service charge and they told us it would be 3200. We used another company and paid 365 dollars.
Stewart Plumbing Co
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Reviewed in July 2016
This company was so easy to work with! They responded quickly to my call and sent someone (Nathan) to look at my patio and make an estimate. The estimate was emailed to me within 2 days. It was 1 of 2 estimates I got (and 1 of 3 that I requested - one company that came out to look at my patio...
Don Sharp Home Improvements
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