Custom Stone & Paver Patios

A well-designed patio is more than just a flat surface in your backyard. It becomes an extension of your home, a place where you gather with family and friends, enjoy summer evenings, and create lasting memories. Whether you want a cozy spot for morning coffee or a spacious entertainment area for hosting parties, a custom patio adds both functional living space and significant value to your property.

Here in Springfield, we understand that your outdoor space needs to withstand our changing seasons. Hot summers, cold winters, and everything in between put stress on outdoor surfaces. That is why choosing the right materials and proper installation techniques matters so much. A professionally built patio will look beautiful year after year, resist cracking and settling, and require minimal maintenance. When you invest in quality work, you get an outdoor space that will serve you well for decades.

At SFM Springfield Masonry, we create custom patios that reflect your style and meet your needs. We work with you from the initial design concept through the finished installation, ensuring every detail is exactly what you want. From choosing materials and colors to determining the perfect size and shape, we guide you through the process and bring your vision to life with skilled craftsmanship.

One of the most important decisions in creating your patio is selecting the right materials. Each option has its own character, benefits, and best uses. Let us walk you through the most popular choices so you can make an informed decision that fits your style and budget.

Concrete Pavers

Concrete pavers are versatile, durable, and available in countless colors, shapes, and textures. Modern manufacturing techniques create pavers that look like natural stone but offer consistency and affordability. They are strong enough to handle foot traffic and furniture, and if one ever gets damaged, you can replace individual pavers without redoing the entire patio. Concrete pavers work well with our paver walkway and driveway installations for a cohesive outdoor design.

Natural Stone

Natural stone patios offer timeless beauty that never goes out of style. Flagstone, bluestone, limestone, and slate each bring unique colors and textures to your outdoor space. No two stones are exactly alike, giving your patio one-of-a-kind character. Natural stone stays cool underfoot on hot days and develops a beautiful patina over time. While natural stone typically costs more than pavers, many homeowners find the distinctive appearance worth the investment.

Brick

Brick patios create a classic, traditional look that complements many home styles. The warm tones of brick add charm and the uniform size makes it easy to create intricate patterns like herringbone or basketweave. Brick is durable, long-lasting, and ages gracefully. If your home has brick exterior walls, a brick patio creates a beautiful connection between your house and landscape.

Stamped Concrete

Stamped concrete allows you to get the look of natural stone or pavers at a lower cost. Concrete is poured and then stamped with patterns and textures before it hardens. It can be colored to mimic almost any material. Stamped concrete creates a seamless surface with fewer joints, which some people prefer for easier furniture placement and cleaning.

Factors to consider when selecting patio materials:

• Overall budget for materials and installation
• Desired appearance and how it complements your home
• Color preferences and pattern options
• Maintenance requirements and long-term care
• Durability in Springfield's climate conditions
• Texture and comfort for bare feet
• Ability to repair or replace individual elements
• Time frame for project completion

Creating a beautiful, long-lasting patio requires more than just laying stones or pavers on the ground. The process starts with understanding how you want to use your outdoor space. We discuss your needs, preferences, and budget during a free consultation at your property. We look at the area where you want the patio, assess drainage and grading, and talk through design options that will work best for your situation.

The foundation is critical to patio success. We excavate the area to the proper depth, then create a stable base of compacted gravel. This base provides drainage and prevents settling that can lead to uneven surfaces and standing water. We pay careful attention to establishing the right slope for water to drain away from your home. A properly prepared base is what separates patios that last from those that start to fail after a few years.

Once the base is ready, we install your chosen materials with precision and care. Every paver or stone is carefully placed, leveled, and checked for proper spacing. We cut pieces as needed to fit curves and edges cleanly. For natural stone, we select and position each piece to create an attractive, balanced appearance. The joints are filled with sand or polymeric sand that locks everything in place and prevents weeds from growing between stones. Similar to our retaining wall installations, proper base preparation and attention to drainage are essential for lasting results.

The finishing touches make your patio complete. We install edging to keep pavers from shifting over time and create clean borders. We compact the surface to settle everything firmly in place. Any landscaping disturbed during construction is restored, and we thoroughly clean up the work site. The result is a beautiful outdoor space ready for you to enjoy, built to last through many Springfield seasons.