How much does a concrete patio cost in Phoenix?

What should you budget for a concrete patio?

Your concrete patio cost in Phoenix depends on the area, the condition of the site, access for the work, and the finish you choose. Installing a straightforward patio in an accessible yard is a different job from breaking out an old slab, moving material through a narrow gate, and correcting the surrounding grades.

For general planning context, Concrete Network's patio cost guide, updated January 20, 2026, lists $5-$8 per square foot for plain concrete, with more decorative work reaching $18 or more per square foot. These are broad published guide figures, not ACI prices or a Phoenix-specific average.

Source: Concrete Network. The categories are market comparisons; available finishes and project pricing must be confirmed with ACI. Removal, access, preparation, and other requirements can change the estimate.

Start with measurements and a description of the work you want. For example, a 12-by-16-foot rectangle covers 192 square feet. That gives a contractor a useful starting point, but the final estimate still needs to account for your property and the complete installation.

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Are you adding a patio, extending one, or replacing it?

Describe what you want the finished space to do. A dining area, a path between doors, and a larger outdoor gathering area can need different layouts. Think about furniture, door openings, nearby landscaping, and how people will move through the yard.

A new concrete patio

A new patio starts with the proposed location, dimensions, elevations, and the work needed to prepare the site. Ask how the finished surface will meet the house and existing paths, and how drainage will be considered. If you expect to add other features later, mention them before the layout is finalized.

An extension to an existing patio

An extension needs to work with what is already there. Have the existing slab and surrounding levels reviewed, and discuss the proposed connection or separation between old and new work. Ask what you should expect from the appearance of the two surfaces rather than assuming they will match exactly.

Removal and replacement

A replacement includes another phase of work before the new patio begins. Your estimate should identify demolition, hauling, disposal, and the condition the site must be brought to for the new installation. ACI offers demolition services alongside its Phoenix concrete work.

Seven things that affect a concrete patio estimate

1. Dimensions and the shape of the patio

   Measure the main areas and identify any steps, curves, edges, or separate sections you want. A square-foot figure alone does not describe every detail. Ask whether the estimate is based on the final measured area and whether there is a minimum project charge.

2. Access to the backyard

   Send photos of gates, side yards, and the route from the street. Let the contractor know about tight turns, overhead obstructions, pool fences, and surfaces that need protection. Discuss how equipment, concrete, and removed material will get to and from the work area.

3. Preparation and existing ground conditions

   Ask what the contractor expects to remove, prepare, and compact before installation. Irrigation lines, existing landscaping, buried items, or unsuitable material may require additional work. Have any uncertain conditions and the process for addressing them explained in the proposal.

4. Removal and disposal

   Confirm whether existing concrete or paving must be removed, which areas are included, and who handles debris. Tell the contractor about any known utilities or irrigation near the work. Removal should be described separately enough that you can compare the same scope across proposals.

5. Slab design and intended use

   Tell the contractor how you plan to use the space, including any heavy equipment or future structures. Thickness, reinforcement, joints, and supporting details should be selected for the project. A patio intended for ordinary outdoor use should not automatically be treated as a foundation for a cover, hot tub, or addition.

6. Drainage, edges, and transitions

   Review where the patio meets door thresholds, the house, existing walkways, walls, landscaping, or a pool area. Ask how water movement and the finished elevations will be handled. Any related drainage or grading work should be identified rather than left as an assumption.

7. Finish choices and additional features

   Discuss the appearance and use of the surface, then confirm which finishes ACI can provide for your project. Covers, electrical work, lighting, seating walls, turf, and changes around a pool can expand the job. Separate those items from the concrete scope when comparing prices.

How to keep the patio budget focused on what you need

Start with a workable size and layout. Leave enough room for the furniture and circulation you need, then decide which improvements are essential now and which can be planned for later.

• Discuss site work early. Include photos of the existing surface, access route, and any known drainage concerns when you request an estimate.
• Compare the base project first. Get the required preparation and concrete scope defined before adding decorative details or shade structures.
• Price optional work separately. A clear allowance or separate item for a cover, lighting, or surrounding landscape changes makes decisions easier.
• Plan future features before the pour. Ask whether anything needs to be accommodated now for the improvements you intend to add.
• Agree on how changes are approved. Set out how additional removal, ground repairs, or other discoveries will affect the cost and schedule.

What about Phoenix heat and the installation schedule?

Ask how the contractor will plan placement, finishing, curing, and protection for the conditions on the day of the pour. The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association's hot-weather guidance explains why weather conditions need attention during concrete work. Confirm when the new surface can be used and follow the project-specific care instructions.

Does the patio project need a permit?

Confirm the requirements for the entire project with the city before work begins. A surface patio, a roofed cover, and work involving utilities or structural elements are different scopes. The City of Phoenix residential project guide lists patio covers among projects requiring permits. Identify any permit and inspection responsibilities in your written agreement.

Should you compare concrete with pavers or travertine?

Compare options using the same area, access conditions, preparation, and intended use. Ask about the look, maintenance, repair approach, and complete installed scope of each option. ACI also offers paver and travertine installation and artificial turf installation for outdoor projects that combine several materials.

What should a written concrete patio estimate include?

Two totals are only useful to compare when you know what each contractor has included. Review these details before making your decision:

• The measured area, layout, intended use, and finished appearance.
• Removal, hauling, disposal, and protection for surrounding areas.
• Site preparation and how uncertain ground conditions will be handled.
• The specified concrete work, including forming, slab details, joints, and finish.
• Access arrangements, delivery, and any special placement requirements.
• Drainage, transitions, permits, inspections, and other responsibilities.
• Curing, protection, cleanup, care instructions, and timing for use.
• Payment terms, exclusions, optional work, and written approval of changes.

The Arizona Registrar of Contractors' homeowner guidance is a useful resource when checking a contractor and reviewing the written agreement. ACI Construction Group LLC lists ROC #328294.

What to send when you request your patio estimate

Include your project address, approximate length and width, and photos of the work area and access route. Tell us whether you are adding, extending, or replacing a patio; what needs to be removed; your preferred finish; and whether a cover or other features are part of the plan. Share your preferred timing and budget range.

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