Does a stamped concrete patio add value to your home?

• <div><p>Adding a stamped concrete patio is an affordable way to bring some elegance into your backyard entertaining area, which could add to your home’s value. Provided your stamped concrete patio is installed by a <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/concrete-stamping/">local stamped concrete professional</a>, the patio should last for 40 years or more, and prospective buyers will likely recognize value in that longevity. Keep in mind that permanent patios like concrete slabs will likely raise property taxes, but the added value is usually well worth the investment.</p></div>

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Q: Is it better to pour concrete or pavers for a patio?

• <div><p>It depends on your priorities. Concrete is more affordable and faster to install, but pavers offer better drainage, are easier to repair, and can create a more high-end look. If budget and speed matter most, go with concrete. If you want style and flexibility, pavers are the better bet. </p></div>

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: 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: What’s the best type of driveway for the snow?

• <div><p>Asphalt driveways are affordable and able to withstand sub-zero temperatures. The asphalt surface makes it easy to plow snow, and it has excellent traction for slippery winter days. Another benefit: it absorbs heat from the sun and can then help to melt snow and ice more quickly than other surfaces.</p></div>

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Last update on October 04, 2025

Reviewed in July 2020
Jason and his crew are the best! Their work speaks for itself! Before my project was even done my neighbors were coming over to drool! When you pay for services you want people that you can trust to get the job done and do it well! I definitely found that with Explicit Exteriors! Their work is...
Explicit Exteriors
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Reviewed in May 2019
Ray and his team did an excellent job. Ray is honest and trustworthy. His team worked hard and were meticulous. This was a big job and they worked very hard and finished it in 3 days. Very impressive. My neighbors won’t stop talking about how nice my driveway looks !! Thank you Ray ! I would...
Elite Concrete
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Reviewed in February 2017
When my boss told me he had no luck finding anyone to inspect and correct the foundation issues on his older home, my 20 years experience working for a structural engineer in another state told me that my boss needed to find a contractor that basically no longer existed. What he needed was...
SOLID ROCK MASONRY
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Reviewed in April 2020
Very friendly and thorough. Top quality work. Always listening to what our needs are. Would definitely recommend
Berthel Construction LLC
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Reviewed in August 2014
Dave Jr. replaced patio door. Very good job. Door had 40 years warranty. Replaced at very good price, also are replacing glass that clouded. Very good company.
Modern Window of NY Inc
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Reviewed in February 2015
Supervisor check out project. Six workmen arrive with a truck load of sand/gravel. Placed flagstone and leveled.
PLANTSMEN NURSERY
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Reviewed in June 2019
Wow! Mike does amazing work. He is so easy to work with. His prices are fair and upfront. He checked in with us throughout the process and was flexible with working with us on new ideas. One of the best contractor experiences we’ve ever had. He finished yesterday and we are already referring him...
Celtic Patios and Concrete
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Reviewed in September 2014
It was the worst experience in my life. It started with a lie from salesman telling me that champion employees with at least 20 years experience would be my installers and when they showed up it was independent contractor with beat up truck that champion hired with 3 young boys in their early...
Champion Windows and Home Exteriors of Albany
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Noah Lamphear

74 Uncas Road

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Noah Lamphear

74 Uncas Road

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7 years of experience

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Noah Lamphear is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 10 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

EMC Property and Excavation

EMC Property and Excavation

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

28 local quotes requested

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Very professional and attentive to detail. Reasonably priced."

Lorraine S on April 2024

"Very professional and attentive to detail. Reasonably priced."

Lorraine S on April 2024

Zehr's Flowers and Landscaping

Zehr's Flowers and Landscaping

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22 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

Zehr's Flowers and Landscaping we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"The crew did an excellent job. They responded to my emails promptly and relayed my messages that I left by phone. They arrived on time as they said they would."

Steve D on May 2025

"The crew did an excellent job. They responded to my emails promptly and relayed my messages that I left by phone. They arrived on time as they said they would."

Steve D on May 2025

Piedmont Equipment Inc

695 Atlantic Ave

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Piedmont Equipment Inc

695 Atlantic Ave

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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

Tiger Luxury Home Improvement

1222 Main St

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Tiger Luxury Home Improvement

1222 Main St

4.92(

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Recommended by 95% of Angi customers

We have over 14 years of general remodeling experience. Our goal is to ensure that our customers are 100% satisfied. We offer quality workmanship. We take pride in remodeling your home. We have done all types of home improvement projects from new hardwood flooring installation, kitchen and bath remodeling, interior and exterior painting, all ceramic tile backsplashes and any type of flooring. Call us today for your free estimate. We would love the opportunity to make your dream home a reality!

"Our house is in a historical district and approval is needed from the Historical Commission before work can be done. There was other work already scheduled on the property and Felipe was understanding that the exterior painting had to wait. When it was time for the painting, Felipe scheduled the work without much delay. Felipe informed us at each step during the painting, ie, replacing siding. The workers were friendly and respectful. Considering the work to be done, it was completed in a timely manner even though there were a few rainy days."

Brenda J on September 2024

"Our house is in a historical district and approval is needed from the Historical Commission before work can be done. There was other work already scheduled on the property and Felipe was understanding that the exterior painting had to wait. When it was time for the painting, Felipe scheduled the work without much delay. Felipe informed us at each step during the painting, ie, replacing siding. The workers were friendly and respectful. Considering the work to be done, it was completed in a timely manner even though there were a few rainy days."

Brenda J on September 2024

Darn Good Services

745 Brooks Drive

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Darn Good Services

745 Brooks Drive

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11 years of experience

Darn Good Services is a family owned business serving the residents and visitors to The Thousand Islands Area of New York catering to all forms of property maintenance.

Phone (315) 876-1602 Masonry Services of NY LLC has been in business for over 15 years doing both residential and commercial work. Masonry Services of NY is appropriately licensed and insured. We want you to know that we take great pride in our work and our customer service. We do top quality work. We know your home or business is your number one priority and we want to show you the customer service you deserve. We want all our clients to be a happy repeat customers. We build anything involving masonry including brick, block, stone, epoxy or concrete. We perform foundation repair, waterproofing, concrete and masonry sealing, decorative concrete molding, and trim, chimneys, chimney repairs, fire places. fire pits, garage repairs, pavers, concrete sidewalks, brick cleaning, pressure washing, steps, stairs, retaining walls, porches, pillars, footings, windows, sills, lentils, stucco, stone veneer and tile. Installing drainage and drain tiles, sump pits and sump pumps, Bilco basement doors, glass block, and egress windows are other installations we do. Construction and repair of loading docks is another popular request. We are the top chimney, tuck pointing and stucco contractor in the Central New York Area. Other services we do are: Historical Restoration and Preservation Tuckpointing and grouting Concrete Plaster Caulking and Weatherproofing Rigging and Scaffolding Consulting

"I could not be more delighted by the work done by Masonry Services. I needed repairs done immediately and Wolf went above and beyond to meet my timeline. His work was professionally done; he even went above and beyond to paint the repairs. I could not ask for a more responsive, professional mason."

Anne S on June 2018

"I could not be more delighted by the work done by Masonry Services. I needed repairs done immediately and Wolf went above and beyond to meet my timeline. His work was professionally done; he even went above and beyond to paint the repairs. I could not ask for a more responsive, professional mason."

Anne S on June 2018

Maverick's Construction

7 CR 2

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Maverick's Construction

7 CR 2

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12 years of experience

Our Mission is to provide unprecedented service, craftsmanship and accountability while managing and exceeding the expectations of each and every client. Maverick's Construction is veteran owned and operated. With 20 years experience in residential and commercial construction, We are recommended by the people we serve and we stand behind our professional quality work. We produce nothing short of top quality interior/exterior renovations /remodeling , additions, custom cabinetry, patios/ decks, siding, roofing, and new construction from the ground up.

Black lake builders

755 Yankee St Rd

5.00(

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Black lake builders

755 Yankee St Rd

5.00(

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Black lake builders is. Owner operated. Construction company serving upstate NY We do. All phases. Of. Construction new homes. ,remodeling,all types of. Roofing. ,Siding ,windows ,doors and more

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Patios questions, answered by experts

It depends on your priorities. Concrete is more affordable and faster to install, but pavers offer better drainage, are easier to repair, and can create a more high-end look. If budget and speed matter most, go with concrete. If you want style and flexibility, pavers are the better bet.

Adding a stamped concrete patio is an affordable way to bring some elegance into your backyard entertaining area, which could add to your home’s value. Provided your stamped concrete patio is installed by a local stamped concrete professional, the patio should last for 40 years or more, and prospective buyers will likely recognize value in that longevity. Keep in mind that permanent patios like concrete slabs will likely raise property taxes, but the added value is usually well worth the investment.

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.

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.

Asphalt driveways are affordable and able to withstand sub-zero temperatures. The asphalt surface makes it easy to plow snow, and it has excellent traction for slippery winter days. Another benefit: it absorbs heat from the sun and can then help to melt snow and ice more quickly than other surfaces.

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