Concrete Services
New patios, replacements, and extensions planned around how you use your yard and where the water goes.
A concrete patio should give you space to sit outside, entertain, or step into your backyard without worrying about puddles collecting against the house. D&D Does It LLC installs concrete patios in Bristol, TN, and serves homeowners in Kingsport, Johnson City, and surrounding Tri-Cities communities.
We build new patios, replace existing patios, and expand patios that no longer offer enough usable space. During a free on-site estimate, Devin or Davy will look at the layout, existing grade, and the scope of the work. You'll receive an itemized written proposal before the job begins.
The common problem
One of the patio problems customers bring to D&D is an existing slab that slopes toward the house or has low spots where rainwater collects. That can leave the outdoor area wet and stained, and it may direct runoff toward the building instead of away from it.
Simply changing the surface appearance does not necessarily correct the slope underneath. The first question is whether the existing patio's grade and condition suit the result the homeowner wants. When replacing a patio, D&D plans the ground preparation and finished slope before the concrete is poured.
Patios are particularly sensitive to how they meet the house. The height at the doorway, surrounding yard, and nearby drainage paths all affect the practical layout. A patio that's pleasant on a dry afternoon should also make sense after a heavy rain.
The work we offer
If you're adding a patio where there isn't one today, the layout starts with the available yard space, the access from the house, and how the surface should shed water. D&D prepares the base, sets forms, and pours the patio to the requirements of the project. Homeowners can discuss broom-finish, stamped, and colored concrete options during the estimate.
An aging patio may have persistent low spots, poor slope, or damage that makes a new slab the more practical choice. D&D accepts patio replacement projects and can assess the existing surface at the site visit. The proposal should make clear what removal, preparation, and new concrete work are included.
An extension can create room for seating or make a small outdoor area easier to use. D&D also takes on patio expansion projects. The connection between the existing patio, new slab, door threshold, and surrounding yard matters, particularly if the goal is to change the finished height or improve drainage.
Below the surface
A finished patio shows you the surface, not the work beneath it. D&D's process emphasizes setting the grade before forms, preparing a compacted base, planning control joints, and keeping water moving away from the house.
Before choosing the layout and finish, it helps to consider:
These questions help define the actual project. They are not a substitute for evaluating the site or for project-specific structural requirements.
Bluff City, TN
One homeowner in Bluff City contacted D&D about an existing patio that sloped toward the house, leaving puddles and stains. She also wanted a patio extension and a raised finished level to reduce the step down from the door.
D&D removed the old patio, regraded and compacted the underlying material, and added crushed stone beneath the new concrete. The homeowner was planning to place a hot tub on the patio, so the crew paid particular attention to preparing the base. They poured the new patio with a broom finish.
The yard had another problem too: a depression where a previous swimming pool had been removed. The project also included regrading to fill that area and backfilling around the raised patio.
This example shows why a patio job is not always just a new concrete surface. Here, the work involved the old slab, the finished height, drainage concerns, base preparation, and adjoining yard conditions. The customer's planned hot tub was part of the project discussion; this example does not establish a published load rating or engineering approval for hot tub installations.
Finishes
D&D offers broom-finish, stamped, and colored concrete. Each gives a different appearance and maintenance consideration.
Broom-finish concrete has a textured, straightforward look and is a common choice when traction matters. It's the finish used in D&D's Bluff City patio example.
Stamped concrete creates a patterned surface. D&D offers stamped patterns and decorative borders. The pattern, color selection, and sealer should be specified in the written proposal.
Colored concrete can change the appearance of the slab without relying on a separate paving material. D&D offers both integral or mixed-in color and surface-applied color among its decorative offerings.
For stamped or colored concrete, the company advises homeowners to keep up with sealing periodically to help preserve the appearance. The appropriate product and resealing interval depend on the finish and product instructions.
Our process
Devin or Davy reviews the planned patio and its relationship to the house, yard, and existing drainage.
You can explain whether you want a new patio, replacement, or extension, plus any preferred finish or change in height.
D&D provides a free on-site estimate and an itemized written scope that sets out the agreed work and price.
The site and base are prepared, the planned grade is established, and the concrete is poured and finished according to the agreed scope.
If conditions require a change after the work begins, D&D's stated process is to explain it and obtain written approval before proceeding with that change.
Pricing
There isn't one reliable price for every 12-by-12 or 20-by-20 patio. Two patios of the same size may involve very different work depending on the condition of the ground and the design.
Common factors to discuss during the estimate include the total patio area, whether an existing slab needs removal, site access, grading and drainage work, desired finished height, and the selected surface finish. Stamped or colored finishes can also differ from a simple broom-finished surface in materials and labor.
How pricing works
D&D provides a written, itemized proposal rather than publishing a universal price per square foot. If the project changes, the company says it seeks written approval before carrying out additional work.
FAQ
If you're planning a new concrete patio, replacing a slab that holds water, or expanding an existing outdoor space in Bristol or the Tri-Cities, D&D Does It LLC can look at the site and explain the proposed work. Devin or Davy handles the estimate, and you'll receive the scope and price in writing before the project starts.
