Modesto · Stanislaus County

Patios & Walkways in Modesto

Shade trees and long, hot summers make Modesto backyards great for patios. The work is in protecting the slab from those same trees and keeping water away from the house.

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Modesto pricing: $7–$12 per sq ft. A 300 sq ft backyard patio in Modesto typically costs $2,500–$4,500 with a broom finish; stamped or colored work runs about $4,500–$7,500.

Slope the patio about a quarter inch per foot away from the house. On the loam that covers most of Modesto, drainage is usually easy; near Dry Creek and on clay pockets, add a drain or swale at the slab edge.

Near mature trees, plan for roots. A root barrier along the patio edge and a few feet of clearance from the trunk prevent the lift you see in so many older Modesto patios. Under a heavy canopy, a lighter finish and good sealing keep leaf and sap stains from setting in.

A ground-level patio slab without a roof generally doesn't need a building permit; a patio cover or a slab raised more than 30 inches does. Pour footings for a future cover with the slab to save money later.

Patios & Walkways questions

Will tree roots crack my new patio?

They can. A root barrier and keeping the slab back from the trunk prevent most of it.

Do I need a permit for a patio in Modesto?

Usually not for a slab at grade without a roof; covers and raised patios need permits.

How do I keep stains off a patio under trees?

Seal it, and choose a finish that hides some staining. Resealing every few years helps.

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