There are many options when it comes to updating a patio; materials, layout and features combine to create a hardscape unique to your yard. Some options look nicer and function better than others. Our clients in Carmel, IN, had a small, concrete pad they wanted to replace with an updated, more spacious paver patio, with room enough for chairs, a fire pit and a seating wall. Their existing porch was too small for entertaining, looked plain, and did not add to their enjoyment of the outdoors.

Removing the old concrete porch was a bit challenging as there were two heavy, well-poured footers below the slab. The posts had to be jack-hammered out. The ensuing deconstruction was messy, but with our depth of experience we were able to minimize damage to the surrounding yard. However, our clients’ grass was already in bad shape before we started, and after we were done building they asked us to regrade, sod and seed their yard.

Our clients wanted to upgrade to a paver patio for its more attractive, detailed look. The fire pit is permanent, with a gas line running under the patio to fuel it. The seating walls define the space and provide additional seating and interest.

We built sandstone steps from the back door down to the patio, our favorite way to use natural stone with pavers, and adding a contrasting color to the patio.

Our clients had a special request for us when we laid their pavers—they had buried their beloved dog next to the house, and wanted to preserve that area. We wrapped the edge of the patio around the spot and filled it with gravel to match the patio and hold the gravestone. This was an easy change for us to incorporate—no client or project is the same and we love making our clients’ spaces personal to them.

Questions about this project? Send us an email or give us a call at (317) 997-4803.

Eagleson Landscape Company provides landscape and hardscape services in the Greater Indianapolis area, including Carmel, Zionsville, Westfield, Fishers and Geist.