Concrete Patio in Edwardsville, IL
If you want a concrete patio poured in Edwardsville, we work in this area regularly. Edwardsville sits in Madison County, and we run jobs here alongside our other work across the Metro East. Whether you're near the historic downtown square or out in one of the newer residential neighborhoods on the south side, we can come measure your yard, talk through your options, and give you a straight price before any work starts.
We've been pouring concrete for 20 years, based out of Freeburg, and we handle every part of the job ourselves. That includes base prep, grading, the pour, and the finish. No subcontractors on the concrete work. One crew, start to finish.
What Edwardsville Customers Should Know About Concrete Patios
Concrete patios hold up well in Illinois if they're built right. The problem is that most failures trace back to the base, not the concrete itself. If the ground underneath isn't graded and compacted properly, or if drainage isn't accounted for, you'll see cracking and settling within a few years. That's true anywhere in Madison County.
We pour smooth broom-finished patios, exposed aggregate patios, and stamped concrete patios. Stamped concrete uses texture and color to look like stone or pavers. It costs less than natural pavers and holds up well when it's sealed properly. It's a popular choice for Edwardsville homeowners who want something that looks finished without the cost of natural stone.
Size and shape matter too. We pour patios to fit your actual yard, not a standard template. If you want a simple square pad off the back door, we can do that. If you want a larger space with a built-in area for a grill or fire pit, we'll plan the layout and pour accordingly.
Our Concrete Patio Process in Edwardsville
Step 1: Free On-Site Estimate We come to your property in Edwardsville, look at the space, measure, and talk through what you want. We'll ask about size, finish type, and whether there's an old surface that needs to come out first. You'll get a clear price before we schedule anything.
Step 2: Base Prep and Grading This is the step that determines how long your patio lasts. We grade the area to make sure water runs away from the house, not toward it. For properties in older Edwardsville neighborhoods where the ground has settled over decades, we pay close attention to the slope and compaction. We compact the base and set up the forms before we pour.
Step 3: Pour and Finish We pour the concrete, set the reinforcement, and finish to your chosen texture. Broom finish is the standard, which gives a clean, slip-resistant surface. If you chose stamped concrete, we press the pattern into the slab before it sets and seal it once it cures. We'll tell you exactly when you can walk on it and when you can put furniture on it.
Common Issues with Concrete Patios in Edwardsville
A lot of homeowners around Edwardsville call us after they've had a patio crack or sink within a few years of being poured. The frustration is real because concrete isn't cheap, and it shouldn't fail that fast. In almost every case, the problem was the base. Either the ground wasn't compacted, the drainage wasn't right, or the slab was poured too thin.
Illinois freeze-thaw cycles make this worse. Water gets under a poorly prepared slab, freezes, expands, and lifts or cracks the concrete. When that happens repeatedly over winter, you end up with trip hazards and standing water. We grade and compact the base to give the slab a stable, well-drained foundation so those cycles don't work against you.
Some customers also come to us after getting work done by a contractor who didn't haul away the old patio. They thought they were saving money, but they ended up having to call someone else to remove debris or, worse, the contractor just left broken concrete stacked in the yard. When we replace an old patio, we tear it out and haul it away with our own trucks. You don't have to arrange anything separately.
Cost Considerations for a Concrete Patio in Edwardsville
Patio cost depends on a few variables: square footage, finish type, whether old concrete needs to come out, and how much base prep the site requires. A standard broom-finished patio will cost less than a stamped and colored patio of the same size. Removal and haul-away of an old slab adds to the total but is included in our quote, not billed separately as a surprise.
We don't give pricing over the phone for patio jobs because the site conditions matter too much. What we do is come out for a free estimate, measure your space, look at the existing conditions, and give you a written price. No pressure, no guesswork.
Call us at 618-514-2663 or reach out by email to set up a time. Estimates are always free.
Other Services in Edwardsville
If you're looking at other concrete work in Edwardsville, we handle those too. We pour concrete driveways, sidewalks, slabs, and more throughout Madison County.
- We pour concrete driveways in Edwardsville for homes throughout the area, including full tear-out and replacement when the old driveway is past repair.
- We also install concrete sidewalks in Edwardsville for both residential and commercial properties, with straight, level paths that hold up to traffic and weather.
- If you're over in Collinsville and need a concrete patio in Collinsville, we work there as well.
Get a Free Estimate on Your Edwardsville Concrete Patio
Ready to move forward or just want a number to work with? We'll come out to your Edwardsville property, take a look, and give you a clear quote before any work begins. No obligation.
Call us at 618-514-2663 or email richie@customconcretesite.com. We serve Edwardsville and the surrounding Madison County area out of our Freeburg shop, and we keep the schedule moving with our own crew and trucks.