Concrete patio construction in Lancaster CA - a level slab that's easy to keep up
Bare dirt or a cracked slab out back? We build a flat concrete patio on a packed base, cured right before you use it.
What goes into a concrete patiothe way we build them in Lancaster
Most patio calls start with bare dirt that blows around every spring, or an old slab that's cracked and sunk at one corner. Concrete patio construction in Lancaster, CA comes down to a flat slab we form, pour and finish. The part that decides how long it lasts is the part you never see.
That's the base. We dig out the subgrade, the ground the slab sits on, and pack it firm instead of raking it level, because a raked base settles and the slab goes with it. It's the first thing people want to cut from the budget, and the last thing I'll cut.
Price moves with the size of the patio, the finish you pick, how much old concrete or dirt has to come out and how close we can get the truck. The schedule turns on the weather, the cure and any permit. The written estimate I give you puts your own number on it.
You'll know exactly what you're getting before the first truck shows up, so give us a call at (661) 952-4153.
Concrete patio styles and finishes
We match the patio to how you'll use it and how much upkeep you want, from a plain slab off the back door to a patterned one with a walk.
Broom finish
A stiff broom pulled across the wet top leaves a fine texture, which is about as plain and practical as concrete gets. It's what I steer most people toward.
Stamped patio
Stamping presses a pattern into the top during the short window while the concrete still takes an impression, so the crew has to be ready. Our stamped concrete services page covers that look.
Patio with a walkway
Most patios need a path to the gate or the driveway, and pouring both together keeps the heights and joints lined up. We also do concrete sidewalk building on its own.
Why Lancaster homeowners call L&Mfor patios, walks and slabs
Working with us is plain. We tell you what your patio needs, what it doesn't, and what it'll cost before anything gets poured.
Owner measures, owner at the pour
I come out to look at the yard and measure it myself, and I'm on site the day we pour. The crew doing the work is one I trained.
Pouring concrete since 2013
I learned from a foreman who made me redo crooked forms until they were dead straight, then started this business in 2013. The forms still go in straight.
Fully licensed and insured
We're fully licensed and insured, so you're not taking on someone else's risk when a crew and a concrete truck show up at your house.
No patio I'd apologize for
Concrete doesn't give you a second try, so I'd rather pass on a job than pour something I'd have to apologize for later.
Satisfaction guaranteed on every job
You can look over the forms with us before the truck comes, so the shape and height are what you wanted before anything gets poured.
Your patio and walkway estimatefrom L&M in Lancaster
Tell us the rough patio size, the finish you're leaning toward and when you'd like it done. We'll reply within one business day to set up a free on-site estimate, with no pressure and no obligation.
How your patio gets builtfrom first call to walkthrough
You'll know who's coming, what they're doing and what's in the estimate at every step, so nothing about your patio gets decided on the day of the pour.
Call or send the form
Call (661) 952-4153 or use the form, and tell us roughly what you have in mind. We'll set a time for me to come out and look.
I measure and quote
I come out myself, measure the yard and ask what the patio has to carry. Then I send a written estimate that lays out what's included and what isn't.
Permit and planning
If your patio needs a permit, the first plan review in Lancaster usually takes 2 to 3 weeks, and small, simple jobs may be reviewed at the counter.
Base, pour and finish
We dig out and pack the base, set the forms, pour and finish the top, then cut control joints, grooves that tell the concrete where to crack.
Walkthrough and cleanup
Once the slab has cured, we walk the patio with you, check the finish and the joints, and clean up before we call it done.
Patio questions we hear
How much does a concrete patio cost in Lancaster, CA?
Installing a concrete patio across the US usually costs about $10.50 to $12.50 per square foot. That's a national figure for the installed patio, not our price, and the size, finish and site work on your job move it from there. I'll put your own number in writing after I measure.
What is the best concrete patio finish for low maintenance?
A broom finish is the easiest to keep up, because the fine lines brushed into the top give your feet grip and it does fine without a sealer. A sealer is optional if you want a more even look and better stain resistance. Some stamped textures can get slicker than broom when wet, which matters by a pool or on a slope, so we'll help you pick a finish you'll actually want to look after.
Is it normal for a new concrete patio to crack?
Yes, some cracking is normal, and a national slab construction guide says to expect some cracking and curling on every project. The control joints we cut give most of it a place to go, and a packed base helps keep the slab from settling into bigger cracks. A hairline crack along a joint is just the slab doing what slabs do.
Who can pull a building permit for a patio in Lancaster, CA?
In Lancaster, only a property owner who lives at the property or a properly licensed contractor can pull a permit. Whether your patio needs one is up to the city's Building and Safety division, which issues permits, reviews plans and inspects during construction. On the licensing side, the state licensing board's concrete classification covers forming, pouring and finishing flat work like a patio. If your job needs a permit, we check which office covers your address and handle the paperwork and inspections.
What is the best time of day to pour a concrete patio in Lancaster?
Early morning is usually best for pouring a patio in Lancaster. The high desert air here is dry, summers run hot and spring brings blustery wind, and heat, low humidity and wind all dry the top fast and make concrete set sooner, which can leave a weak, dusty surface later. A ready-mix trade group advises early pours whenever possible, so an early start on pour day is normal, and on windy days the same group suggests temporary windbreaks to cut the wind over the fresh surface.
How long does a new concrete patio take to cure before I can use it?
Curing should start as soon as the finishing is done and keep going for at least 3 days, so plan on that before the patio becomes part of everyday life. Curing just means keeping new concrete from drying out too fast while it gains strength. We get the slab cured properly before it goes into daily use.
Concrete patios around Lancaster, CA
We're based in Lancaster and build patios for homes across the cities around it, most with yards that take full sun all summer. Pick your city below, or call if yours isn't listed.
Get a concrete patio estimate in Lancasterand plan around the weather
Call (661) 952-4153 or send the form, and I'll come out and measure. Booking ahead gives us room to wait for a calm morning to pour your patio, instead of fighting the wind on a date that's already fixed.