Cost of Stamped Concrete Patios
January 2013
Do you need to know the range of average installed costs for Stamped Concrete Patios in your zip code? Do you need an independent, 2013 cost breakdown of Stamped Concrete Patio material and installation costs?
The Homewyse Stamped Concrete Patio cost estimator provides up to date pricing information for your area. Enter your zip code, the size of your project below and click "Update". The table below summarizes the average 2013 cost to install Stamped Concrete Patios in your area for good, better and custom quality work.
- To avoid costly problems and get quality work at a fair price, have Stamped Concrete Patio installation completed by a licensed and bonded Concrete Contractor. Use the free Homewyse checklist for proven advice in finding, hiring and managing a trustworthy Concrete Contractor.
- You may be able to save on Stamped Concrete Patio installation costs by hiring a Landscaping Contractor. Make sure that any prospective Landscaping Contractor has relevant Stamped Concrete Patio experience, that you verify past work, and that you follow the homewyse checklist.
- Avoid costly warranty and maintenance problems for your Stamped Concrete Patio project. Use the homewyse Stamped Concrete Patio Installation checklists to make sure your project is completed with proper installation techniques and materials.
Stamped Concrete Patios - Pricing and Installation Cost Notes
- Stamped Concrete Patio installation cost estimates typically require an onsite inspection - in most cases estimates are free, but will be accompanied by a strong sales pitch.
- The homewyse cost estimates includes all typical costs for site excavation and preparation to ensure uniform patio thickness, surface height and proper water runoff; placement of perimeter form board and expansion joints at spacing not to exceed 8 feet; setting of wire mesh reinforcement; pouring, settling, leveling, uniform stamped surface finishing of 4 inch thick, 4000 psi concrete.
- The homewyse installation cost estimate does not include costs for regrading or excavation, or demolition and removal of existing patio.
- Higher priced Stamped Concrete Patios may include features such as more uniform stamped pattern, more complex patterns, higher quality surface finishing and better warranty.
- Cost ranges account for variations in contractor skill, job location and seasonal contractor wage rates.
- Expect to pay an additional 5% - 14% in material and installation costs for complex installation configurations and patterns.
- To maximize the payback of your Stamped Concrete Patio investment, use materials and installation quality appropriate for your home and neighborhood - but be careful not to overimprove. Less expensive alternatives to Stamped Concrete Patios may provide a better return on investment.
- Stamped Concrete Patio installation costs will approach the high end of the range in or near major metropolitan areas.
- Save money on the total project by having multiple vendors bid on the same, complete description of Stamped Concrete Patio work for your project.
- Save money on installation costs by being flexible on project scheduling - schedule your project during slow periods for the installer.