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What does a plain concrete patio cost nationally?
Concrete Network updated its patio cost guide on January 20, 2026. It lists $5 to $8 per square foot for a plain concrete patio as a broad US planning reference, not a local or business rate.
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What changes a patio quote?
The national figure cannot capture your site. A written estimate should show how these items affect scope.
- removal of an existing patio or obstructions
- preparation, base, and drainage work
- access for equipment and materials
- patio layout, shape, and finish choices
- restoration and cleanup
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How does usable size shape the budget?
Think about furniture, walking space, door swings, grills, and features before fixing dimensions. A patio sized for actual use is easier to compare across estimates.
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What should a written patio estimate include?
Ask for preparation, removal, drainage, joints, finish, curing, restoration, and exclusions in writing. Then compare stated scope rather than price alone.
