Patios & hardscaping in Raleigh, NCFirm base. Water moves on.
Flagstone, bluestone and paver patios, walkways, steps and low walls, laid on a firm base and graded to drain.
Built across Raleigh and the Triangle.
Patios & hardscaping
The part of the yard you walk on.
Hardscaping is the part of your yard that does not grow: the patio, the paths, the steps and the walls.
It also decides where water goes, so the job starts with the slope, not the stone.
We build patios in flagstone, bluestone, natural stone and concrete or clay pavers.
We build walkways and garden paths, steps and landings, raised beds, entryways and low walls.
Under every surface goes a compacted base and an edge that holds it in place.
The surface is set to a slight fall so rain runs off and away from the house.
We pay attention to the joints, the cuts and the places where one surface meets the next.
Done right, a patio stays level and a path stays put through wet springs and hot summers.
Call (919) 625-3963 and we will walk the yard with you, talk through the layout, and write up a free estimate.
What we build
Patios done right.
Natural stone patios
Flagstone, bluestone and other natural stone set for dining, seating and a grill.
Paver patios
Concrete and clay pavers in patterns that suit the house, edged so they stay put.
Walkways and paths
Front walks and garden paths in stone or paver, laid to drain and to feel steady underfoot.
Steps and landings
Stone and masonry steps with even risers and a landing wide enough to stop on.
Raised beds and low walls
Stone beds, borders and low walls that hold soil and give a yard its lines.
Entryways and drainage
Front entries built to shed water, with the grade shaped so puddles do not form.
From the portfolio
Our work.
Real jobs by our crew. Want to see more like these? Ask at the estimate.
Bluestone patio & stepping stones 
Flagstone patio & seat walls 
Dry-stacked seat wall 
Bluestone patio & fire pit
How it works
From the first call to the clean-up.
- 01
Call or write
Tell us the spot and what you want on it. Pictures of the yard help a lot.
- 02
A look at the slope
We read the grade, the drainage, the shade and any roots that shape the layout.
- 03
Choose and approve
You pick the stone, pattern and edge, then approve a written, itemized estimate.
- 04
Dig, base and lay
We excavate, compact the base, lay the surface, fill the joints and leave the yard clean.
Around the Triangle
Built for red clay and summer storms.
Red clay is the first thing to plan for in Raleigh, since it holds water and moves as it wets and dries.
A thin base on clay settles, so we dig deeper where the soil calls for it.
Many Triangle lots slope toward the house or street, so grade and drainage come first.
Pine roots and big hardwoods change where a patio can sit.
Older homes inside the Beltline often want a stone path or stoop that fits the brick.
Newer homes in Cary and Apex often want one wide patio off the back.
Summer storms test every edge, so we restrain it and pitch the surface to shed water.
Patios & Hardscaping near you
How do I choose between stone and pavers?
Stone gives a natural, irregular look. Pavers give clean lines and tight patterns.
We bring samples so you can see both in your own light.
Will my patio drain away from the house?
It should, and that is the first thing we set.
We pitch the surface away from the house and shape the grade around it.
Can you fix a patio that has sunk or heaved?
Often, yes. Settling usually means a weak base.
We lift the surface, rebuild the base under it, and set the stone or pavers back down level.
Can the walkway, steps and patio be one project?
Yes. Doing them together keeps the levels and the materials matched.
We can also split the work into stages if you prefer.
More we build
Related services.
Retaining Walls
Segmental block, stone and brick walls that hold a slope, stop erosion and make flat yard.
See retaining walls
Footings & Foundations
Concrete footings, slabs and block foundations for homes, garages, additions and sheds.
See footings & foundations
Custom Stonework
Stone veneer, fireplaces, pillars and entry steps, set by hand one stone at a time.
See custom stonework
Free estimate
Get a free estimate for patios & hardscaping.
Call (919) 625-3963 or send the form. We come out, measure, and put the plan and the estimate in writing.
- We come to the site, measure and talk materials
- You get a written estimate at no charge
- Residential and light commercial, homeowners and builders