This isn't a cost. It's an investment.
The figures on this page are real and we don't hide them — that's how AE operates. Treat them as planning ranges, not a site-specific quote. Your actual scope and price depend on design, site conditions, materials, and the work each written proposal includes.
When you compare proposals, compare what each includes — the scope, the materials, the exclusions, the warranty terms, and how changes are handled — not just the price tag. A lower total can reflect different scope, so ask each builder to clarify the differences.
Concrete patios in Phoenix, poured to a real spec, not eyeballed.
AE Outdoor Living pours concrete patios across the entire Phoenix metro — broom finish, integral color, stamped, and decorative overlays. Every slab is 4 inches minimum with #4 rebar on 18-inch centers, control joints cut every 8–10 feet, and 4 inches of compacted ABC sub-base. No slabs poured on native dirt.
- AZ ROC 211530 · 347738 · 341002 · 340966
- Arizona-built since 2005
- President, Southwest Hardscapes Association
What we install
- Broom-finish gray concrete patios.
- Integral-color and acid-stained slabs.
- Stamped concrete (stone, brick, ashlar patterns).
- Decorative overlays and micro-toppings.
- Concrete outdoor kitchen and BBQ pads.
Phoenix concrete patio pricing
- Broom-finish gray: $8–$14/sq ft.
- Integral color: $12–$18/sq ft.
- Stamped with color and sealer: $16–$28/sq ft.
- Decorative overlay or acid stain: $18–$32/sq ft.
Want a number for your own property?
Tell us the space and we'll come back with a real range for your site — no pressure, no "call for pricing."
The AE concrete spec
- 4" minimum thickness (6" for driveways and outdoor kitchens).
- #4 rebar on 18" centers, tied at every intersection.
- Control joints cut every 8–10 ft, no larger than 100 sq ft panels.
- 4" compacted ABC sub-base on stabilized native soil.
- Wet cure for 7 days minimum — no accelerators that shortcut strength.
Concrete vs pavers in Phoenix soil
Concrete is cheaper and faster. Pavers flex with soil movement and hide the eventual settlement that Phoenix clay causes. If budget drives the decision, concrete wins; if you want the patio to look the same at year 15 as year 1, pavers are the honest recommendation. Full breakdown in our pavers-vs-concrete comparison.
Why Phoenix homeowners choose AE
- In-house pour crew — no subcontracted concrete.
- Written mix design and rebar layout in every proposal.
- Control joints planned before pour, not chased after cracks appear.
- 1-year warranty on cracking outside control joints.
Common questions.
Get your Phoenix concrete patio quoted.
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Start My Project PlanWhy this is an investment, not a cost.
An AE backyard is engineered to add daily livability and long-term home value. We publish honest ranges and build to code with a licensed and bonded Arizona crew. AE provides project-specific workmanship and manufacturer-warranty information in the signed agreement. Website summaries are for planning only.
- Licensed, bonded & insured in Arizona. ROC 340966 (R-62) · ROC 341002 (R-3) · ROC 347738 (KA-5) · ROC 211530 (CR-21). Most Arizona contracting work valued at $1,000 or more — or requiring a permit — must be performed by a properly licensed contractor, subject to statutory exemptions. Verify the legal entity, license status, and classification with the Arizona Registrar of Contractors.
- Real ranges, itemized scope. You see materials, finishes, equipment models, and a line-item budget before you sign — not a one-line "pool — $90,000."
Plan your investment with a designer.
Five minutes, a real range, and no sales pressure. Or vet any Arizona contractor (us included) before you spend a dollar.
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More concrete questions?
Mix design, control joints, sealing, and long-term repair in the Hardscape section of the Homeowner FAQ.