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Q: Can you pour concrete if it rained the day before?

• <div><p>Yes, you can pour concrete if it rained the day before, but you&rsquo;ll need to drain the construction site to ensure there isn&rsquo;t standing water where your slab will sit. You might need to manually remove any puddles and set up drainage on your site to dry it before pouring. Moist soil won&rsquo;t be an issue, but standing water will throw off your concrete mix ratios. Additionally, ensure there isn&rsquo;t more rain expected in the near future before you pour.</p></div>

Q: Are there alternatives to pea gravel?

• <div><p>Alternative landscaping materials similar to pea gravel include wood chips, decomposed granite, crushed stone, and pebbles. You can also invest in specialty <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/rock-landscaping-ideas-your-backyard.htm">landscape rocks</a> such as quartz, river rock, lava rock, and Mexican beach pebble. While many of these stones will cost more than pea gravel, some are more ideal for designing an attractive garden bed or managing drainage.</p></div>

Q: 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>

Q: Which is less expensive, a deck or a patio?

• <div><p>Decks are generally more expensive to build because they require elevating and railings. The difference between decks and patios is that decks are elevated, while patios are usually on the ground level. Plus, decks are usually made of wood and need more maintenance than most patios. However, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/deck-vs-patio-which-works-better.htm">decks and patios</a> serve the same purpose, providing outdoor space for you to enjoy.</p></div>

Q: How thick do stair treads need to be?

• <div><p>Standard residential stair treads need to be at least 1 inch thick. Open staircases without risers must be at least 1-1/2 inches thick. </p><p> </p></div>

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Last update on January 21, 2026

Reviewed in October 2025
Excellent pre work and completion of sunroom and separate screen patio enclosure. Very professional, blends in perfectly with new home from Shea- looks like additions part of original build!
Skyline design and build inc
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Reviewed in November 2023
I just had ET General Contractor Inc. install a new patio at my home. Julio is extremely knowledgeable and kind. He and his crew worked hard, completed the project within our timeframe and was affordable. My project was extensive but Julio and his team made it look like a breeze. If you are...
E.T. General Contractor, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2022
Allen and Nate did an awesome job building my deck and patio. The custom work they did and my requests throughout were handled and completed professionally. Would not hesitate to hire them again. I actually am planning on other projects specifically for them to work on.
Burke Home Improvements
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Reviewed in July 2020
Larry and his crew were able to start immediately on my 500 sq ft pave stone patio with a built-in grill, natural stone fire pit, and sitting wall and they finished in a week. They were all professional, listened to my requirements, and provided feedback and suggestions. I recommend them and...
L-H Masonary
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Reviewed in June 2020
The contractor is very knowledgeable and very responsive
Kay's Tree Service and Pressure Washing LLC
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Reviewed in August 2018
I sent an inquiry through Home Advisor Tuesday night and was called back within minutes, this was after 7 pm. Not only did I get a call Tuesday evening, but they were at our house the next day to see the unit and they fixed the same day. It was a stress to have no water, but knowing that they...
Dexter Wells & Plumbing, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2018
We called to get an estimate they scheduled a time to come out - they are so busy they couldn't come out for 2 weeks. Then 2 days prior to the scheduled time we were advised we lived too far to provide an estimate and "the distance is impractical for the crew." Apparently they are so busy as to...
Salzano Custom Concrete
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Reviewed in October 2017
Stamped concrete patio with a sitting wall. Very nice.
Blackwater Designer Concrete Coatings, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2015
We hired Blue Moon to construct an outdoor grill island and pergola. The design portion of the experience was good. It was an interesting design that captured our desires. Our initial meeting with John was good and we felt like we had made a good choice of contractors. We met at his design...
Blue Moon Construction
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Reviewed in August 2013
They did a terrific job! We called them because the chimney was leaking water very badly. They came out promptly, and correctly diagnosted the problem. The repairs were performed quickly, and the problem was solved. We liked them so much that we had them put in a Flagstone patio. We were very...
Mottern Masonry Design
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