Hardscaping & Outdoor Living
From drainage-first patios to structural retaining walls, we match you with crews who prioritize longevity, proper engineering, and year-round usability.
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Specific expertise for every part of your project. Select a category to see detailed cost guides and examples.
The backbone of your outdoor space. Contractors engineer retaining walls and patios that handle Austin's slopes and expansive soils.
Typical: $8,000 - $45,000
Deep dive into Hardscaping SpecialistsExtend your living room outside. Custom masonry islands and fire pits that make your backyard the neighborhood gathering spot.
Typical: $15,000 - $60,000
Deep dive into Outdoor Kitchens & Fire FeaturesSolve standing water issues and meet City of Austin impervious cover limits with smart, drainage-focused paving.
Typical: $18 - $35
Deep dive into Permeable Pavers & DrainageProtect your investment. Professional cleaning, sealing, and repair for stone and paver surfaces.
Typical: $500 - $3,500
Deep dive into Hardscape Maintenance & Power WashingHome improvement in Austin comes with unique challenges. Here is how vetted specialists tackle them.
Specialists integrate proper grading and drainage solutions (french drains, swales) into every hardscape design to protect your home's foundation.
Our partners prioritize base preparation—typically the cause of failure—using proper compaction and depth to resist shifting Texas clay soils.
Designers plan for year-round comfort using heat-dissipating pavers, strategic shade structures, and airflow considerations.
Pros handle the technical details, including engineering letters for walls and permeable coverage calculations for city review.
Our network believes no hardscape should be built without solving water issues first. Beauty must be backed by function.
Verified builders don’t cut corners on base depth or rebar. Structures are designed to last decades, not just until the warranty expires.
From permits and engineering to final cleanup, partners manage the headaches so you can focus on the result.
We connect you with experts who select materials and designs specifically tested for Central Texas heat, freeze cycles, and drought conditions.
Our process
Your concierge team manages every handoff so you can focus on the creative decisions. No more endless bidding or ghosted contractors.
A contractor rigorously analyzes your property's slope, soil type, and water flow patterns before discussing aesthetics.
Receive detailed plans that balance beauty with structural requirements, including any necessary engineering for walls over 4ft.
Choose from durable, locally-sourced limestone, modern pavers, or cool-touch materials perfect for pool areas.
The invisible work matters most. Crews excavate and compact base layers to industry standards to prevent future settling.
Skilled masons and installers build your project, keeping sites tidy and communicating daily progress.
Serving Austin and the Hill Country, with specialized crews for rocky terrain.
Yes. They prep submittal packages with structural notes, product cut sheets, and finish samples. For retaining walls over 4 feet, they coordinate structural engineering.
Permeable pavers allow water to drain through joints into the ground, reducing runoff. These can help reduce impervious cover and may be beneficial for properties with drainage challenges or impervious cover limitations.
A standard patio (300-500 sq ft) typically takes 1-2 weeks from demo to completion. More complex projects may take longer depending on scope and complexity.
Many professionals offer workmanship warranties, but terms vary by provider and project scope. Be sure to discuss warranty options and duration with your chosen contractor.
