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Q: Do masons pour concrete?

• <div><p>In most cases, yes, masons can build concrete forms and pour concrete for a variety of home improvement projects, including foundation pouring. Some masons may prefer to focus on more aesthetic and artistic masonry work, like building retaining walls, crafting custom fireplaces, tiling, or installing stucco siding, but most also have experience pouring concrete. You can always <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/questions-ask-masonry-contractor.htm">ask your masonry contractor</a> if they also handle poured concrete projects.</p></div>

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: Are sidewalks concrete or cement?

• <div><p>Sidewalks are concrete, not cement. Cement is merely an ingredient of concrete. To pour a sidewalk, driveway, or patio, you need to form the right mixture of concrete using cement, aggregates, and water. Pouring concrete requires special tools such as a concrete mixer, compactor, screeds, and floats. Unless you're pouring a small area, it's best to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-hire-a-concrete-contractor.htm">hire a concrete pro</a> for a sidewalk or driveway project. </p></div>

Q: Does patio installation require a permit?

• <div><p>In many cases, you will need a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/do-i-really-need-building-permit.htm">building permit</a> for your patio, but it depends on the type of patio. Generally speaking, any improvements to your land considered &ldquo;permanent&rdquo; will require a permit. Since a concrete patio is a permanent foundation, you will need a permit. On the other hand, a paver patio or flagstone patio usually sits over gravel and sand, are considered &ldquo;temporary&rdquo; improvements, and rarely require permits. To be safe, you should always ask your building department or your patio company if a permit will be necessary.</p></div>

Q: Are there eco-friendly concrete options?

• <div><p>Yes, including sustainable mixes and reflective surfaces to reduce heat absorption.</p></div>

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The Outdoor Advantage LLC

The Outdoor Advantage LLC

Customers say: Quality work

808 local quotes requested

22 years of experience

The Outdoor Advantage, LLC has been making customers happy in central Maryland by performing quality work at reasonable prices since 2002. We specialize in hardscape design and installation, mulching, hauling, planting, gutter cleaning, landscaping, power washing, snow removal and general outdoor maintenance. We help the homeowner add value to their land and create beauty according to the homeowner’s budget and dreams. It is our pleasure to serve the homes of Carroll County, Baltimore County and Baltimore City. We also have several customers as far south as Montgomery County.

"Excellent service!"

Lee L on July 2025

"Excellent service!"

Lee L on July 2025

Pristine Lawn Services

Pristine Lawn Services

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

5 years of experience

Pristine Lawn , is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"They are very responsive and they do what they say they would do."

Tyler R on November 2021

"They are very responsive and they do what they say they would do."

Tyler R on November 2021

BoMaK Contractors LLC

BoMaK Contractors LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

44 years of experience

BoMak Contractors proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today! We guarantee your satisfaction!

"Extremely happy with every aspect."

Lori L on July 2023

"Extremely happy with every aspect."

Lori L on July 2023

The Green Men

The Green Men

Customers say: Quick response

12 local quotes requested

4 years of experience

The Green Men is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, our priority is to give the best solutions and educate the customer on the best solution, while tailoring to their needs.

"Finished it up in a single afternoon."

Pete D on August 2025

"Finished it up in a single afternoon."

Pete D on August 2025

Barkers

Main St

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Barkers

Main St

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Barkers offers a variety of services including home renovation, roof repair, flooring, landscaping, fencing, etc. We guarantee quality work in a timely fashion within your budget. At Barkers, we take pride in our work and make it our mission to ensure 100% customer satisfaction. Barkers is a quickly growing, owner operated company, that employs only the most experienced and skilled workers.

"The service was excellent. He was fair and timely. I am very pleased with the outcome."

Jamie L on October 2021

"The service was excellent. He was fair and timely. I am very pleased with the outcome."

Jamie L on October 2021

YWL Pools and Spas

61 Larchmont Rd

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YWL Pools and Spas

61 Larchmont Rd

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7 years of experience

Yard Wolves Landscaping LLC provides weekly lawn care, flower bed installation, concrete and paver sidewalks, patios, and driveways, and wood and vinyl fencing. We have 15 yrs experience. My wife and I decided to start our own small business in 2018. We currently have 8 employees.

Piedmont Equipment Inc

695 Atlantic Ave

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Piedmont Equipment Inc

695 Atlantic Ave

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Free onsite estimate

Oil Storage Tank Removal & Installation Specialist's "We can dig it, drill it, or move it!" Piedmont Equipment INC has over 40 years experience in Oil Tank & Pump removal and installation in Rochester, NY, Monroe County and New York State. We are licensed, bonded & insured in New York State and the City of Rochester. We are a registered NYS DEC Waste Transporter with a valid NYS Waste Transportation PART 364 permit. Offering both Commercial and Residential Services Additional Services offered: Heating oil storage tanks services: above/ underground petroleum tanks, Environmental Evaluation & Spill Remediation, Excavation Services & clean up, Spill Cleanups, Soil Testing, Boiler Demolition, Special Equipment Contracting, Natural Disaster Cleanup, Drilling, Crash truck Rental's, Road Plate services and Rental's, Trucking: hauling of material, delivery or equipment transportation, DEC waste transportation

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Oasis Ponds & Patios

7710 Rouse Road

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Oasis Ponds & Patios

7710 Rouse Road

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Free onsite estimate

Oasis Ponds & Patios is a family owned and operated business serving from the Corning, Elmira, and Horseheads area to Ithaca, Watkins Glen, and the entire Finger Lakes area. Based in Corning, NY, we work and live in your communities, and are committed to the success of the local economy. We had a dream that is now becoming a reality. When you choose Oasis Ponds & Patios, you are helping us achieve that dream, so we want to return the favor by making a dream outdoor space your reality! Our desire is to provide you with outstanding service and a quality product that will add value to both your home and your life. We want to create an outdoor space that you can be proud of, a place for enjoying time with family and friends or to find your own personal refuge. Whatever it is you’re longing for, we are excited to join with you and bring it to life.

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Patios questions, answered by experts

In most cases, yes, masons can build concrete forms and pour concrete for a variety of home improvement projects, including foundation pouring. Some masons may prefer to focus on more aesthetic and artistic masonry work, like building retaining walls, crafting custom fireplaces, tiling, or installing stucco siding, but most also have experience pouring concrete. You can always ask your masonry contractor if they also handle poured concrete projects.

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’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.

Sidewalks are concrete, not cement. Cement is merely an ingredient of concrete. To pour a sidewalk, driveway, or patio, you need to form the right mixture of concrete using cement, aggregates, and water. Pouring concrete requires special tools such as a concrete mixer, compactor, screeds, and floats. Unless you're pouring a small area, it's best to hire a concrete pro for a sidewalk or driveway project.

In many cases, you will need a building permit for your patio, but it depends on the type of patio. Generally speaking, any improvements to your land considered “permanent” will require a permit. Since a concrete patio is a permanent foundation, you will need a permit. On the other hand, a paver patio or flagstone patio usually sits over gravel and sand, are considered “temporary” improvements, and rarely require permits. To be safe, you should always ask your building department or your patio company if a permit will be necessary.

Yes, including sustainable mixes and reflective surfaces to reduce heat absorption.

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