Concrete Patios and Slabs in Houston

Concrete patio installation in Houston gives you a backyard slab that stays level on clay soil. We build patios, walkways and pads for grills, spas and sheds, with a firm base and rebar under every pour.

When to add a patio or slab

  • You have a muddy yard and no place to sit
  • You want an outdoor kitchen or cover
  • A spa, shed or generator needs a flat pad
  • The old slab is cracked or tilted
  • You want a path from the back door to the gate
  • Water drains toward the house
  • You need a place for a basketball hoop or play area
  • You are adding a covered patio

How a patio project works

  1. 1Plan the spaceWe mark the size, slope and where water should drain.
  2. 2Written priceYou see the price by square foot, with finish and tear-out.
  3. 3811 locateWe call 811. Backyard patios do not need a city permit in most cases, but check HOA rules.
  4. 4Prep and pourWe grade, add base, set forms, tie rebar and pour.
  5. 5Finish and cureWe broom, trowel or stamp the surface, cut joints and let it cure.

Concrete patio options and costs in Houston

Basic broom-finished patio$8–$18 per sq ft (typical)

A durable choice for a plain backyard pad.

Stamped or colored patio$12–$30 per sq ft (typical)

Pattern or color adds cost and care.

Walkway or small pad$500–$2,500 (typical)

A short path or a pad for a grill, spa or shed.

Stain and seal after cure$1,150 (our price)

Stain and seal protects color and cuts staining.

Typical Houston ranges for planning. Your written price comes after we see the job.

What changes the price

  • Size and thickness
  • Finish type and color
  • Drainage and grade work
  • Access for equipment
  • Tear-out of old slab or pavers
  • Ready-mix fees for small pours

See the full cost guide →

Good to know in Houston

Backyards in Houston often hold water, so grading matters as much as the slab. Clay can move enough to tilt a thin slab, so base prep and rebar are worth the cost. In a hot summer, concrete cures fast and needs proper curing to avoid cracks.

A backyard patio usually needs no permit in Houston, but 811 locates are required before digging. Floodplain lots and HOAs may have extra rules.

Questions about patios and slabs

How big should my patio be?

For a table and chairs, plan about 12 by 12 feet. Add more for a grill or outdoor kitchen.

Can a patio crack?

Small hairline cracks are normal. Joints and rebar help control larger ones.

How soon can I use it?

Light foot traffic after a day or two, furniture after a week.

Will a patio change drainage?

It can. We slope it away from the house so water does not collect against the slab.

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