Outdoor Living & Hardscapes Guides
Research & guides.
Expert-reviewed articles on outdoor living & hardscapes costs, materials, and best practices.
Cost Guide
Concrete Patio Cost (2026): Per Square Foot Installed
Concrete patio cost per square foot by mix design and metro. See what a properly poured slab involves, then run your bid past the 2026 index
Cost Guide
Stamped Concrete Patio Cost (2026): Per Sq Ft
Stamped concrete adds a pattern layer over a plain slab. See the per-square-foot premium over plain concrete, then compare bids against the
Cost Guide
Cost to Build a Deck (2026): By Size + Material
Pressure-treated, composite, and hardwood deck costs by size. See where framing and decking split the bill, then check your contractor's quo
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Cost index built by David Olson, Creator of the Cost Index & Permit Dataset · Methodology reviewed by Leonard "Chuck" Thompson, LC Thompson Construction Co., Owner (retired) · 2026-08-19