Concrete patio construction in White Plains NY - a slab that drains away from the house
Cracked, sinking or puddled patio out back? We dig out and pack the base first, so your new slab sits level and sheds rain.
- Fully licensed and insured.
- Free quotes on site.
- We reply within 1 business day.
What goes into a concrete patio
At Benchmark White Plains Concrete Company, concrete patio construction in White Plains, NY starts with the dirt. A patio slab lives or dies by the subgrade, the ground it sits on, so we dig it out, pitch it and pack it before any forms go up. That's what helps keep cracks and puddles away.
Your price mostly comes down to size, whether you go plain or stamped concrete, how much reinforcement the slab needs and whether an old patio has to come out first, since reinforcement and tear-outs both add cost. Weather and any permit paperwork set the calendar. I measure on site and put your number in writing.
Dug out and packed
We dig out soft soil and pack the base so the slab sits on firm ground.
Pitched to shed water
A slope too slight to notice still moves rain off fast and away from the house.
Joints cut on time
Control joints are shallow cuts that give the slab a planned place to crack.
Broom finish for grip
A light texture dragged across the top so it isn't slick when wet.
Patio, pool deck or something else?
Our services differ by what the concrete carries, people, cars or a house, so start with how you'll use the space.
- Concrete driveway buildingThis pagePick this when you need a new slab that cars drive and park on every day.
- Concrete patio constructionThis pageRight for an outdoor slab out back for a table, chairs and a grill.
- Stamped concrete servicesThis pageWorth a look when you want a patterned surface that looks like stone or brick.
- Concrete sidewalk buildingThis pageChoose it when a front walk or the path to your door needs replacing.
- Garage floor concreteThis pageA good fit when the garage slab is cracked, pitted or due to be redone.
- Decorative concreteThis pageFor color, texture or a custom finish beyond the plain gray slab.
- Concrete retaining wallsThis pageCall about this when a slope needs holding back or a yard needs leveling.
- Concrete floor installationThis pageSuits a basement, shop or other indoor space that needs a new concrete floor.
- Concrete pool decksThis pageThe pick for the area around a pool, where grip and drainage matter most.
- Concrete steps constructionThis pageWhen front or back steps are crumbling, loose or need rebuilding.
- Slab foundation buildingThis pageFor an addition, shed or new building that will sit on a slab.
- Foundation installationThis pageChoose it when a new house or addition needs foundation walls poured.
- Concrete parking lot buildingThis pageBuilt for businesses and properties that need parking for many cars and trucks.
- Concrete footingsThis pageThe base under decks, porches and walls when they need solid support.
- Foundation raisingThis pageWorth a call when part of a house or slab has settled and sunk.
- Concrete cuttingThis pageFor openings, trenches or cleanly removing a section of existing concrete.
Concrete patio ideas and styles
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Why White Plains homeowners hire us for patios
The owner writes every estimate
I come out to every job and write the estimate myself, and a small crew I trust does the work, usually with me there for the pour.
Prep before the truck shows
I learned the trade on a crew after years in restaurant kitchens, where you prep before the rush, and we treat the base and forms the same way.
Fully licensed and insured
We're fully licensed and insured. Westchester County requires home improvement contractors to hold a county license, and you can check anyone on its list of licensed contractors.
How your patio job runs
I explain each step in plain words as we go, and you can ask me anything along the way.
Call or send the form
Tell us the rough size, how you'll use it and whether an old patio comes out.
I come out and measure
I walk the yard, check where water will run and talk through how you'll use the space.
Your written estimate
You get the price in writing, spelling out what's included from the base to the finish.
Paperwork, prep and pour
Once you sign, we handle any permit paperwork, pick a pour date, prep the ground and forms, and pour.
Clean-up and walk-through
We clean up, I walk the patio with you, then it cures, a wait while it gains strength.
Concrete patio questions, answered
Here are straight answers on cost, rebar, permits and winter, and if yours isn't here, just ask.
Got another question?
Call (914) 259-5254 or send the form with anything we didn't cover, and I'll walk you through it.
How much does a concrete patio cost in White Plains, NY?
A concrete patio in Westchester County usually costs about $7 to $14 per square foot. That's the going rate around the county, not a quote from us, so your number moves with size, reinforcement and whether an old patio comes out first. Tell us the rough size when you call and I'll come out to measure.
Does a concrete patio need rebar, or is wire mesh enough?
Often not, if the patio only carries foot traffic. One reinforcement guide says a foot-traffic patio on a well-packed base typically does fine with wire mesh, fiber or good jointing alone, and saves rebar, the steel bars that stiffen a slab, for vehicles or heavy loads. We match the reinforcement to how you'll use the space.
Can you pour a concrete patio in cold weather?
Yes, with the right protection. The trade counts it as cold weather when the air drops, or is expected to drop, below 40°F while fresh concrete still needs shielding. Concrete poured then still reaches enough strength if it's made, placed and protected properly, and the colder it gets, the more protection it needs.
Do I need a permit to dig for a patio in White Plains?
You might, because digging for a patio disturbs soil, and the city's Department of Public Works issues stormwater permits that may be required for any work that does. White Plains also asks residents to call Code Enforcement at 914-422-1208 before starting any project. We handle that paperwork when a job needs it and tell you which office up front.
Will my new concrete patio crack like the old one?
Concrete usually gets a few hairline cracks over time, so the real question is where they go. Bad cracks usually trace back to a base raked level instead of dug out and packed, or to joints cut late or skipped. We pack the base first and cut the joints on time, so cracks have a planned place to go.
What concrete mix is best for a patio in Westchester winters?
Ask for air-entrained concrete, a mix with tiny air bubbles that give freezing water room to expand. Trade guidance calls for it when a slab faces moisture and freezing and thawing, so confirm it with whoever pours yours. And skip deicing chemicals the first winter, then use them in moderation, as that guidance advises.
What should a concrete patio contract include in Westchester County?
Westchester County says any hired work needs a written contract listing all the work, the estimated start and finish dates and the total price, including labor, materials and any payment schedule. It must also tell you in writing that you can cancel before midnight of the third business day after signing. That makes bids easy to compare line by line.
Tell us about your patio for a free quote
Send the rough size, how you'll use it and any old patio to remove. We reply within one business day, I measure on site, and there's no pressure to book.
White Plains, NY 10601