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Patio Resources and Guides
Plain-English guides on how a project works, sizing a patio, comparing materials, planning a kitchen, choosing a fire pit and caring for pavers. Read first, call when you are ready.
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Planning Your Patio
How a project works, how to size a patio, permits, phasing and choosing a contractor.
Planning Your PatioHow a Patio Project Works, From First Call to Finished Yard
A good patio project follows a clear path: listen, measure, design, build and finish. Here is what happens at each step and what you can do to keep it smooth.
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Planning Your PatioHow to Plan the Size and Layout of a Patio
The most common patio mistake is building it too small. Here is how to size a patio from the furniture, the guests and the way you move through the yard.
Read the guidePlanning Your PatioDo I Need a Permit for a Patio or Outdoor Structure?
Ground-level patios often need no permit, but roofs, walls, fireplaces and electrical work usually do. Here is how to find out what your project needs.
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Planning Your PatioHow to Build a Dream Backyard in Phases
You do not have to build everything at once. A phased plan puts the right things first and keeps every later phase easy to connect.
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Planning Your PatioHow to Choose a Patio Contractor in Tennessee
A good contractor listens, explains, shows you real details and puts the scope in writing. Here is what to ask and what to look for.
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Materials and Surfaces
Pavers, stone, stamped concrete, porcelain, wood and composite compared in plain English.
Materials and SurfacesPavers vs Stamped Concrete vs Natural Stone
Each patio surface has strengths. Here is a plain comparison of look, repair, comfort and upkeep to help you choose.
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Materials and SurfacesChoosing the Right Patio Surface for Sun and Shade
Dark surfaces get hot in the sun, and light surfaces can glare. Here is how color, texture and material change how a patio feels underfoot.
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Materials and SurfacesHow Pavers Are Installed, Step by Step
A paver patio looks simple on top, but the real work is underneath. Here is how a patio is built from bare ground to finished surface.
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Materials and SurfacesPorcelain Pavers vs Travertine for Pool Decks
Two popular pool deck materials, compared on heat, grip, stain resistance, look and care.
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Materials and SurfacesWood vs Composite for Decks and Pergolas
Wood is classic and composite is low-upkeep. Here is how they compare on look, care and lifespan.
Read the guideFire, Kitchens and Shade
Fire, Kitchens and Shade
Fire pits, outdoor kitchens, pergolas and roofs, and lighting for the evening.
Fire, Kitchens and ShadeWood or Gas? How to Choose a Fire Pit
A fire pit changes how you use your yard. Here is how wood and gas compare, where to put one and how to plan the seating.
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Fire, Kitchens and ShadeHow to Plan an Outdoor Kitchen Layout
A great outdoor kitchen works because of its layout. Here is how to plan counters, appliances, storage and seating.
Read the guideFire, Kitchens and ShadePergola, Roof or Shade Sail: How to Add Shade
A hot patio goes unused. Here is how pergolas, solid roofs and shade sails compare, and how to pick the right one.
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Fire, Kitchens and ShadeHow to Light a Patio for Evenings
Lighting makes a patio safe and magical after dark. Here is how to layer path lights, uplights and string lights.
Read the guideDrainage, Walls and Care
Drainage, Walls and Care
Why patios sink, how drainage works, caring for pavers and how retaining walls hold a slope.
Drainage, Walls and CareWhy Patios Sink and How to Prevent It
A sinking or tilting patio almost always traces back to what is under it. Here are the causes and how a good build prevents them.
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Drainage, Walls and CareDrainage Basics for Patios and Yards
Water is the number one cause of patio and yard problems. Here is how slope, drains and gutters work together to keep things dry.
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Drainage, Walls and CareHow to Care for and Seal a Paver Patio
A little care keeps pavers beautiful. Here is a simple routine for sweeping, washing, weeds and sealing.
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Drainage, Walls and CareRetaining Walls 101: How Slopes Become Usable Yard
A retaining wall turns a hillside into level rooms. Here is how walls work, why drainage matters and when to bring in an engineer.
Read the guideDo I need drawings to start?
No. A few photos of your yard and some ideas are enough. We measure the space, check the site and draw the plan for you.
Can you build in phases?
Yes. We plan drainage, power and gas for the whole yard, then build the pieces in the order that suits your calendar and your budget.
Will I see the design before you build?
Yes. For most projects we prepare a plan and, for larger ones, 3D renderings that show the patio from several angles so you can approve it before work begins.
What surfaces do you build?
We build with pavers, natural stone and flagstone, stamped and decorative concrete, porcelain pavers and tile, and wood and composite decking, and we help you choose among them.
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- Paver Patio Installation
- Outdoor Kitchen Design and Construction
- Fire Pits and Fire Tables
- Pergolas and Arbors
- Covered Patios and Porches
- Pool Decks and Surrounds
- Natural Stone and Flagstone Patios
- Retaining Walls
- Patio and Landscape Lighting
- Patio Design and 3D Renderings
- Drainage for Patios and Yards
- Permits and HOA Approvals