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Serving Burlington, VT and surrounding areas. (802) 307-0462
Burlington summers are too short to spend on a muddy, cracked, or nonexistent patio. We build concrete patios that handle Vermont winters, drain away from your foundation, and give you a surface you can actually use from May through October.
Concrete patio construction in Burlington, VT means excavating the area, laying a compacted gravel base for drainage and stability, pouring the concrete, cutting control joints, and finishing the surface - with the whole active work phase typically taking one to two days, though you should plan to stay off it for a full 28 days before putting heavy furniture or grills on it.
Burlington presents specific challenges that any contractor working here needs to account for. The freeze-thaw cycle averages more than 150 cycles per year, and the city sits near Lake Champlain, where stormwater drainage rules require patios to be sloped so runoff does not pool near foundations or flow into the city system incorrectly. A patio built without attention to these details will crack, heave, or create drainage problems within a few years.
If you are considering a more decorative surface, our stamped concrete services can be applied to a patio pour to create patterns that mimic stone or brick while keeping the durability of a properly poured slab.
If you can see cracks running across your existing patio, or if sections have lifted so one edge sits higher than another, the base underneath has failed. This is very common in Burlington after a hard winter. Widespread cracking or significant tilting usually means the whole slab needs to come out and be replaced.
Burlington's spring thaw is messy. If your outdoor entertaining area becomes soft, muddy, or unusable from March through May, a concrete patio solves that permanently. A properly poured slab with good drainage stays firm and usable year-round, even during mud season.
If water collects close to your house after heavy rain or during spring snowmelt, a properly graded patio can redirect that flow away from your foundation. In Burlington, where spring runoff can be significant, this is worth addressing before water finds its way into your basement.
If your backyard transitions directly from the back door to lawn or dirt, you are losing usable outdoor living space. A concrete patio creates a clear, defined area for furniture, a grill, or a fire pit. Many Burlington homeowners with older homes find the backyard was simply never finished.
Our patio work covers the full project from ground prep to finished surface: excavation, compacted gravel base, formed and poured slab, control joints, and a finish matched to how you plan to use the space. For homeowners who want a more distinctive look, our stamped concrete services and concrete pool decks use the same high-quality base and mix design, adding surface patterns and finishes suited to outdoor living areas near water.
Every patio we pour gets sloped to move water away from your foundation - this is not optional in Burlington where spring snowmelt can be heavy. We also apply a sealer after curing to protect the surface through its first winter, because the first season is when most surface damage from freeze-thaw and road salt tends to occur.
The most practical option - textured for wet-weather traction, durable, and priced for most backyard budgets.
For homeowners who want the look of stone or brick with the long-term performance of poured concrete.
For patios that will hold a hot tub, large pergola, or other heavy structure - poured thicker with internal steel reinforcement.
Burlington's construction season for outdoor concrete runs roughly from late April through mid-October - and good contractors book up quickly once spring arrives. If you are planning a patio project, reaching out in March or April gives you the best chance of a summer install date. Burlington's older housing stock also means many backyards have mature trees, established root systems, and underground utilities from decades past. We walk every site carefully before quoting and factor in any root removal or rerouting that the gravel base will require.
We work throughout the Burlington area, including homeowners in South Burlington and Shelburne. Burlington's stormwater program - shaped by Lake Champlain proximity - means we pay close attention to how every patio we pour handles drainage, so you stay in compliance and your foundation stays dry. Learn more at the City of Burlington Stormwater Program.
We measure the space, ask how you plan to use it, and look at drainage before writing your quote. You will get a written estimate that covers site prep, base depth, thickness, finish, and cleanup - no surprises after the crew arrives.
We check Burlington's planning and zoning requirements for your specific project and handle the permit application if one is needed. Permit processing takes time, so starting in March or April gives you the best shot at a summer pour date.
The crew digs out the area, fills it with compacted gravel, and sets the wooden forms. This is the most disruptive part of the job - expect some noise and equipment in your yard. Clear furniture, planters, and anything in the work area before the crew arrives.
Concrete is poured, smoothed, and finished in a single day. We cut control joints before the concrete sets and walk the finished patio with you before we leave. Expect 24-48 hours before light foot traffic and 28 days for full strength.
We respond to all inquiries within 1 business day. On-site estimates are typically scheduled within the same week.
There is no obligation - just a free on-site look at your yard and a written quote you can take your time with. We respond within 1 business day and will schedule a visit at a time that works for you.
(802) 307-0462We carry current Vermont contractor licensing and full liability and workers' compensation insurance. Verifying our credentials before you sign is straightforward through the Vermont Secretary of State office.
Burlington requires permits for permanent outdoor structures, and navigating city requirements on your own is time-consuming. We handle the application and scheduling around approval so your patio is on record and fully compliant before closing.
Burlington's stormwater rules are shaped by the need to protect Lake Champlain from runoff. We slope every patio to move water away from your foundation and meet city drainage expectations - protecting your basement and your relationship with the city.
Every estimate we provide spells out exactly what is included: base depth, concrete thickness, control joints, finish, and site cleanup. The quote does not change once the work starts. No change orders after the crew is on-site.
We are happy to provide references from Burlington-area patio projects. The American Concrete Institute publishes the workmanship standards we follow for base prep, control joint placement, and cold-weather concreting - the same standards that matter most in a freeze-thaw climate like ours.
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