Best Concrete Patios in Virginia Beach & Hampton Roads.Proper installation of a stamped concrete patio or even finding the right contractors to do so, can be a daunting task.
Truth is, that Virginia Beach and Chesapeake are two cities where concrete paving and repair are in demand like never before, all due to the amount of new residential properties build in Chesapeake and the high numbers of homes, many of which having driveways and patios that need repair or replacement. We are here to tell you that your search for the right concrete company is over. We have been doing patio work since the opening and the best at what we do. There is a reason our previous customers leave amazing reviews and hire us for repeat work on other projects, upkeep and maintain the ones we've already paved for them. 
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Why have your patio done in concrete
Concrete Patios are a great outdoor addition to your home and can be a terrific place to entertain family and friends when the weather is nice. Nothing makes a better statement about you, your home and your home’s landscaping layout than when you step outside onto a welcoming, well-maintained patio. Comfortable furniture, vivid colors and perfectly placed accent pieces add an ambiance that is not only pleasing to the eye, but can add to a space that might serve as a sanctuary of respite after a long day. Adding elements like this to your patio setup can help to make the space feel warmer and more welcoming, as well. When a patio is constructed of concrete that was stamped and painted with a design that speaks your style, it can make an even bolder statement.
With so many options to dress up a patio, you can take a drab boring space and turn it into a piece of art, with a few smart design choices. Concrete patios are an extension of your home and need proper TLC, especially if you want to successfully blend comfort with nature. Unlike decks, patios require very little maintenance, other than a seasonal power washing, to freshen up the look of the concrete. This can be done with a low potency bleach wash that kills mold and mildew that builds up over the colder months. Most patios are a standard 12X12 in size, but you can customize your patio to whatever space suits your needs.
When problems arise with a concrete patio, you can go about repairing it in one of a few ways. You can remove the patio and pour a brand new one in its place or you can remove the problem section of the patio and pour a new section. You will want to ensure that you get a proper set on the concrete and you should avoid placing any heavy furniture or potted plants with substantial weight to the patio for at least 48 hours. When you add in customized options to your concrete patio, such as stamping, you need to consider the best method for fixing or repairing that area. Sometimes it is best to remove an entire section where it “makes sense” to cut, to be able to pick up the design in a good spot when you reset the new section. A professional would have the proper tools and design forethought to be able to do this successfully, without much hesitation.
There are businesses that claim to be able to repair concrete issues, without the need to replace the patio. They inject foam into the ground, beneath the concrete, which then expands and lifts the concrete back into its original place. Researching the costs associated with this method would need to be considered to decide which would be more cost effective in having the concrete repaired in lieu of having it replaced.
With so many options to dress up a patio, you can take a drab boring space and turn it into a piece of art, with a few smart design choices. Concrete patios are an extension of your home and need proper TLC, especially if you want to successfully blend comfort with nature. Unlike decks, patios require very little maintenance, other than a seasonal power washing, to freshen up the look of the concrete. This can be done with a low potency bleach wash that kills mold and mildew that builds up over the colder months. Most patios are a standard 12X12 in size, but you can customize your patio to whatever space suits your needs.
When problems arise with a concrete patio, you can go about repairing it in one of a few ways. You can remove the patio and pour a brand new one in its place or you can remove the problem section of the patio and pour a new section. You will want to ensure that you get a proper set on the concrete and you should avoid placing any heavy furniture or potted plants with substantial weight to the patio for at least 48 hours. When you add in customized options to your concrete patio, such as stamping, you need to consider the best method for fixing or repairing that area. Sometimes it is best to remove an entire section where it “makes sense” to cut, to be able to pick up the design in a good spot when you reset the new section. A professional would have the proper tools and design forethought to be able to do this successfully, without much hesitation.
There are businesses that claim to be able to repair concrete issues, without the need to replace the patio. They inject foam into the ground, beneath the concrete, which then expands and lifts the concrete back into its original place. Researching the costs associated with this method would need to be considered to decide which would be more cost effective in having the concrete repaired in lieu of having it replaced.
How to find the best concrete patio company for your needs.
In case you're still not sure that we're the best concrete contractors for you and would like to shop around, there's absolutely no problem with that… As a matter of fact, here are some tips and pointers to take into account before making the final decision on whom to hire:
1. Most of the time, you get what you pay for - The reality of the situation is that cheaper is generally not better, as a matter of fact it's quite the opposite. When you're being quoted the cost much less than the industry average for, let's say a decorative or polished concrete installation, be sure to run a background check on that company, check with the city on whether or not they've had bad reviews and complaints in the past and one of the most important things is looking for insurance and licensing proof. Be sure search for those who are licensed, insured and have sufficient experience with various types of concrete work like: stained, polished, stamped & decorative. Although some companies specialize in one or two of the specialties, the more experience they have, the better off you'll be. Want the best concrete patio estimate? Give us a call at (757) 347-8337.
2. Track record and history - As we've mentioned earlier, the past of a company usually paint the picture for its future. When doing your due diligence, make sure to check the history of the contractor you're about to hire. It's totally up to you where you should look for that information, just make sure that it's something you do and never skip.
3. Concrete specialty research - As intense as it sounds, it's actually pretty simple… Understand and decide on the type of work you need done, then search for concrete companies based on that particular need. Let's say you need your driveway repaired… Something you might want to search for is "driveway contractors" or "driveway repair" and your area, which most likely will be Virginia Beach of Hampton Roads. If you think about it, whenever you're looking to get something repaired, searching for replacement isn't necessary the thing you'd do, right?
Those are just a few things we have thought of to help you and something we would definitely do, as homeowners, if we were looking for a concrete contractor. This is not to suggest that everyone out there but us does horrible work, but only to encourage you to do your due diligence before hiring one contractor over another.
Feel free to contact us at (757) 347-8337 for more information or fill out the free estimate for above and we'll get back to you.
2. Track record and history - As we've mentioned earlier, the past of a company usually paint the picture for its future. When doing your due diligence, make sure to check the history of the contractor you're about to hire. It's totally up to you where you should look for that information, just make sure that it's something you do and never skip.
3. Concrete specialty research - As intense as it sounds, it's actually pretty simple… Understand and decide on the type of work you need done, then search for concrete companies based on that particular need. Let's say you need your driveway repaired… Something you might want to search for is "driveway contractors" or "driveway repair" and your area, which most likely will be Virginia Beach of Hampton Roads. If you think about it, whenever you're looking to get something repaired, searching for replacement isn't necessary the thing you'd do, right?
Those are just a few things we have thought of to help you and something we would definitely do, as homeowners, if we were looking for a concrete contractor. This is not to suggest that everyone out there but us does horrible work, but only to encourage you to do your due diligence before hiring one contractor over another.
Feel free to contact us at (757) 347-8337 for more information or fill out the free estimate for above and we'll get back to you.
