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Custom Concrete Patios Designed Around How You Live
A patio should fit the way your family actually uses the backyard, not a template. We start with how you want to spend time outside, then design the shape, size, and finish around it. Here are the layouts homeowners ask us for most.
Patios for Dining and Entertaining
If you host, we size the patio for a full table plus room to move around it, so chairs are not half on the grass. We plan clear sight lines to the yard and enough open space for a crowd without the surface feeling crowded.
Patios for Grilling and Outdoor Kitchens
Cooking outside needs a durable, easy-to-clean surface and a defined zone away from seating. We pour a stable slab for a grill, prep counter, or a full outdoor kitchen, with the drainage and base prep to keep it level for years.
Patios With Fire Pits, Seating and Walkways
Many patios come to life with a concrete fire pit, a built-in seating edge, and a walkway that connects the space to the driveway or yard because one crew pours all of it; the finishes and joint lines match from the patio to the path.
Large and Multi-Zone Custom Patios
A compact patio off the back door can be just as well built as a sprawling multi-zone design with separate areas for dining, lounging, and a fire feature. We scale the base prep and drainage to the size of the project either way, so a is not treated as an afterthought.
Choose the Right Concrete Patio Finish
The finish sets the look and the feel underfoot. We install three main finishes and help you match one to your home, budget, and how the space gets used.
Stamped Concrete Patios
A stamped concrete patio presses a pattern and color into the slab so it reads like slate, stone, or wood plank. It is the most decorative option and the top pick for homeowners who want a high-end look in one poured surface.
Exposed Aggregate Patios
An exposed aggregate finish washes back the top layer to reveal the natural stone in the mix, leaving a textured, slip-resistant surface with a lot of character. It handles traffic well and hides everyday wear.
Standard Broom-Finished Concrete Patios
A broom finish is the clean, classic look: a smooth slab with a light brushed texture for grip. It is the most straightforward finish and a solid choice when you want a durable, low-key patio that lets the furniture and landscaping stand out.
Custom Patio Design Options
Beyond the finish, the details are where a patio becomes yours. During the on-site visit, we walk through the choices that shape the final look:
- Shape and edges. Squared, curved, or free-form layouts with crisp or softened borders.
- Color and pattern. Integral color, surface color hardener, and stamped patterns or decorative borders and bands.
- Built-in features. Seat walls, steps, a fire feature, or a connecting walkway poured as part of the project.
- Transitions. Clean connections to the house, existing driveway, or pool deck so the whole yard flows together.
How We Build a Patio That Handles Michigan Weather
Michigan patios face dozens of freeze-thaw cycles a year. Water seeps into the surface and the ground beneath, freezes, expands, and pushes concrete around. A patio that was not built for that climate is the one that cracks apart early. We build for it from the base up.
That means a compacted gravel base for support and drainage, an air-entrained concrete mix that gives freezing water room to expand, correctly spaced control joints, and a slope that carries water away from your home. We measure slope and drainage before every pour, a step most contractors skip. With proper installation and care, a patio built this way holds up far better through Michigan winters than a slab poured without those steps.
Our Custom Patio Design and Installation Process
You should know what happens after you reach out. Our process keeps you informed from the first visit to the final walkthrough:
On-site consultation
We visit your property, measure the space, review layouts and finishes, and provide a free written proposal before any work begins.
Design and permits
We finalize the layout and handle the township permit filings directly, so you are not chasing paperwork.
Drainage and slope analysis
We plan how water moves off and around the patio before we pour.
Excavation and base prep
We dig out the area and build a compacted gravel base for a stable, long-lasting slab.
Pour, finish, and detail
We pour the slab, apply your chosen finish and color, and add any borders or built-in features.
Joints, cure, and clean up
We cut control joints to help manage cracking, let the slab cure, seal it where appropriate, and leave the site clean.
How Much Does a Custom Concrete Patio Cost in Michigan?
Every backyard is different, so we price each patio individually instead of posting a flat rate. A simple broom-finished patio sits at the lower end, while a large stamped patio with borders, a seat wall, and a fire feature costs more because of the added labor and detail.
The main factors are the size of the patio, the finish and color you choose, the amount of excavation and base work the site needs, drainage requirements, and any built-in features. Guevara Construction focuses on larger qualifying Projects starting at $6,500. which lets us give each patio the base preparation and finish detail it needs.
You will get a free written proposal that lays out the scope up front. Pricing is set before we start, and any scope changes are quoted before that work begins. Flexible financing is available through Synchrony Financial, including 0% interest for 18 months, subject to approval.
Patio Replacement and Backyard Upgrades
If your current patio is heaving, sinking, or breaking apart from years of freeze-thaw movement or a base that was never built right, a full replacement is usually the smart move. We specialize in complete tear-outs and new installations rather than piecemeal fixes, because a fresh slab on a properly prepared base is what lasts through Michigan winters.
A replacement is also the perfect time to upgrade. We remove the old slab, correct the base and drainage that caused the trouble, and pour a new patio in the size, shape, and finish you actually want. Many homeowners use the project to add a stamped finish, a pool deck tie-in, or a built-in fire feature at the same time.
Why Choose Guevara Construction as Your Custom Patio Contractor?
You have choices for patio work in Southeast Michigan. Here is what sets our crew apart:
- Veteran-owned and owner-operated. Ownership is on-site at every job, working alongside the crew rather than managing from an office.
- 30+ years of hands-on experience. Of poured, stamped, and decorative concrete across Metro Detroit.
- Drainage and slope analysis on every project. We plan water movement before we pour, which is the difference between a patio that lasts and one that fails.
- Licensed, insured, and BBB A+ rated. Full accountability on every project, backed by 100+ 5-Star Google Reviews.
- We handle permits directly. The township paperwork is ours to manage, not yours.
- Clean job sites and clear communication. You always know what is happening in your yard and when.
See the communities we build in on our service areas page, covering Oakland, Wayne, and parts of Washtenaw County.
Get a Free Custom Patio Estimate
Tell us how you want to use your backyard, and we will walk your property, talk through layouts and finishes, and put a plan in writing. No pressure, no obligation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to build a custom concrete patio?
Most residential patios run a handful of days on site, followed by curing time before the surface is ready for full use. The exact schedule depends on scope, permitting, weather, site conditions, and concrete scheduling. We explain the expected timeline after reviewing your project and before work begins.
Which concrete patio finish is best for Michigan?
All three finishes we install hold up well when built correctly. Stamped concrete gives the most decorative, high-end look, exposed aggregate offers a textured and slip-resistant surface, and a broom finish is the clean, durable classic. We help you match one to your home and how you use the space.
Can you replace my old patio?
Yes. We specialize in full patio replacements, including tear-out of the old slab, correcting the base and drainage, and pouring a new patio in the size and finish you want. We focus on complete replacements rather than partial fixes.
Do I need a permit for a patio?
It depends on your township and the scope of the project. Where a permit is required, we file it directly with your municipality as part of our process, so you do not have to deal with the paperwork.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Novi, Metro Detroit, and communities throughout Oakland and Wayne counties and parts of Washtenaw County, including Novi, Northville, Livonia, Farmington, Farmington Hills, Plymouth and Bloomfield Hills.
Do you have a minimum project size?
Yes. We focus on larger qualifying Projects starting at $6,500. which lets us give each patio the proper base preparation, drainage work, and finish detail it needs.