Concrete Patios in Seattle, WA
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Your backyard can be transformed into an expansive outdoor room through a well-designed and durable concrete patio. King Concrete Seattle builds patios that will withstand the Pacific Northwest’s weather while also providing you with an area to relax, entertain, and enjoy those long Seattle summer days.
I have installed hundreds of patios throughout King County. The key to building a patio that will last decades, versus cracking within years, is to understand the weather patterns of Seattle and its surrounding areas. We experience shifting clay soils based on the amount of moisture present. Seattle experiences extreme freezing and thawing cycles during the winter months, as opposed to other parts of the country. Drainage in Seattle differs significantly from drier climates.
Every patio I install takes these specific aspects of the environment into consideration when designing the patio. The proper base preparation, adequate thickness, strategically placed reinforcements, and properly drained bases are all essential to ensuring that your patio will perform beautifully for 30+ years.
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Why Choose a Concrete Patio?
King Concrete Seattle patios offer several benefits that other materials cannot:
Long-Term Durability: The rain, snow, sun, etc., in Seattle will warp, rot, or otherwise destroy many types of outdoor decking. This type of destruction does not happen with Seattle concrete patios, as they are very durable.
Variety of Shapes & Sizes: Unlike many other decking options, we are able to build a variety of shapes, sizes, designs, etc. (curved edges, built-in planters, multi-level, fire pit surrounds, etc.) using our Seattle concrete patio system.
Very Low Maintenance: A simple clean and seal every year or so for a few years, and you’ll have a beautiful Seattle concrete patio. In contrast, you’ll need to replace boards, remove weeds growing between deck boards, and level the pavers on a deck made with pavers.
Value: While the cost of a new Seattle concrete patio may be moderate at first, due to the low amount of money needed to maintain your Seattle concrete patio over time, it provides long-term value.
Style/Design: With a wide range of finish options available (smooth, textured, stamped, etc.), colors available, and even the option to show the natural texture of the aggregate used in making your Seattle concrete patio, there are virtually limitless ways to design your Seattle concrete patio.
Concrete Patio Designs
Our team will collaborate with you to create a unique custom concrete patio design that enhances your home, garden, and neighborhood:
Modern/Minimalist Design: A clean line design using an extremely smooth troweled finish with built-in lighting and geometric shapes creates an ultra-modern outdoor living space.
Concrete Natural Stone Appearance: Patterns of stamped concrete to replicate flagstone, slate, or river rock can give the appearance of natural stone at a fraction of the price of natural stone.
Traditional Design: Patterns such as brick or cobblestone stamps and border accents are great for traditional homes.
Multi-Step Design: Different levels can be created on the patio to help define different spaces (example, dining area, lounge area, fire pit area).
Built-in Features: Planters, seat walls, fire pits, outdoor kitchen, and water features can all be incorporated into your patio design.
Concrete Patio Finishes
The surface finish of your concrete affects how it looks, how well it grips, and how much maintenance it needs:
Broom Finish: This is the classic, slip-resistant surface that can be made using a broom to drag across freshly poured concrete. The broom finish provides superior traction as long as it’s been wetted down, and it works best for areas that are exposed to lots of water (like Seattle)
Smooth Trowel: This is a sleek, modern look that is obtained through the process of steel troweling. It works well for either covered patios or contemporary architectural designs.
Exposed Aggregate: Exposed aggregate will expose the decorative stone in the concrete mix to create a textured surface with a natural appearance and good slip resistance.
Salt Finish: Salt Finish creates a light-textured surface by applying rock salt to the surface of the wet concrete. The Salt Finish has good traction but an interesting surface design element.
Stamped Patterns: Stamped patterns allow you to replicate the natural characteristics of stone, brick, or even wood to provide both a textured surface and a decorative element.
We can help determine which finishes are right for you based on your aesthetic desires, your safety needs, and how you plan to utilize the area.
Concrete Patio vs Pavers
Consider the following when you compare a concrete patio to a paver patio.
Advantages of Concrete Patio:
- A seamless surface for your patio so weeds will not grow through the spaces in between each paver.
- The initial cost of installing a concrete patio is generally lower than that of a paver patio.
- Concrete patios are installed faster than paver patios.
- You can create unlimited designs for a concrete patio.
- In general, you’ll spend less money on maintaining your concrete patio over time.
- Concrete patios won’t settle or shift as paver patios may.
Advantages of Paver Patios:
- Each individual paver unit can be replaced individually if it’s damaged.
- There are some design aesthetic choices available for paver patios.
- You’ll have immediate access to your paver patio after it’s installed (unlike concrete).
For a city as wet as Seattle, the ability to prevent weeds and moss from growing between the joints in a paver patio by using a seamless concrete surface is an advantage of choosing a concrete patio.
Why Choose King Concrete Seattle for Your Patio
Seattle Climate Expertise: We are experts on climate in Seattle. In addition to designing drainage systems to handle rainwater, we consider freeze/thaw cycles in the design of our reinforcement systems and protect your new patio from moisture damage with sealer coatings.
Customized Design Process: We do not follow a “cookie-cutter” approach when it comes to designing patios. Each patio is custom-designed based on your property, your lifestyle, and your personal aesthetics.
Quality Installation: The experience of our concrete patio contractors spans many years, and they have installed over 200 patios in King County alone. This level of experience is reflected in the quality of their installation results.
Complete Project Management: We provide complete project management of each of our projects. We will design your patio, install your patio, apply the sealant coating to protect your patio, and seal your patio from start to finish, with you working with just one person during this entire process.
Transparent Pricing: All estimated costs are broken down by line item, so there will be no surprises as far as costs go. You will receive detailed estimates of what you can expect to pay, and you will never find yourself paying extra (hidden) fees.
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FAQs About Concrete Patios in Seattle, WA
Typical timeframe for a standard (Seattle) concrete patio job: 3 to 5 days of labor.
- Site prep typically takes 1 to 2 days
- Pouring and finish of the pour 1 day
- Allow for at least 1 to 2 days to cure (before you can use it lightly)
More time will be required if there are complicated design elements or large projects.
Of course! A concrete patio is an ideal way to utilize your outdoor space all year round in Seattle; however, the rain can be a challenge, and to stay comfortable, you want to think about the following to enjoy your patio during any time of the year:
- Creating a drainage system that prevents water from pooling on the surface, and creating a non-slip texture to walk on safely.
- Covering your patio with a roof or a pergola can protect it from rain.
- Using a heater such as a fire pit, heaters, or other heat sources to warm up the area and make it cozy when it gets cool outside.
All of these elements create a patio you can comfortably use through all of the seasons.
Seattle residents should consider a minimum of 1/8 inch to 1/4 inch of slope per foot to allow water to run off from structures. Adequate grading is key in Seattle as it prevents standing water from developing and deteriorating concrete rapidly, creating ideal conditions for algae to grow on the surface and making the surface slippery. Drainage issues cause frost heave (freeze/thaw) issues and shorten the life span of your patio.
Remember, a well-designed and properly installed concrete patio is an investment in your home’s value and your quality of life. Trust King Concrete Seattle to create an outdoor space that’s built to last through Seattle’s seasons.