What this service includes
Rather than adding a slab now and features later, we plan the whole space at once so elevations, drainage, and finishes line up.
The concrete work is coordinated with whatever you're adding on top — pergolas, kitchens, fire features, or landscaping.
Who it's right for
- Homeowners planning a backyard upgrade in phases who want the base done right the first time
- Fire pit and seating areas that need a stable, non-combustible surface
- Outdoor kitchens and grill stations that need a solid pad
- Multi-level yards needing steps, landings, and retaining
Options available
- Fire pit pads and surrounds
- Properly sized, non-combustible surfaces with clearance around seating.
- Seat walls and knee walls
- Built-in seating that defines the space without furniture clutter.
- Steps and multi-level terraces
- Safe transitions for sloped Central Indiana lots.
- Grill and kitchen bases
- Level, reinforced pads for outdoor cooking equipment.
- Decorative finishes
- Stamped fields, banded borders, and coordinated color across all elements.
What installation involves
- 1
Space planning
We lay out zones in the yard — dining, lounging, fire — and confirm sizing on site.
- 2
Grading and base
Excavation, stone base, and drainage planning for the full footprint.
- 3
Structure
Footings, walls, and steps formed before the main surface.
- 4
Surface pour
Patio field placed and finished to the selected texture.
- 5
Detail and seal
Decorative treatment, jointing, and sealing.
What affects the cost
Every project is priced from an on-site measurement, because these variables change the number far more than square footage alone:
- Total footprint and the number of separate features
- Grade change, steps, retaining, and wall work
- Finish level across the field and accents
- Demo of existing decks, patios, or landscaping
- Access for equipment into the backyard
- Coordination with electrical, gas, or landscape trades
How long it takes
Outdoor living projects vary widely. A patio with a fire pit pad may be under a week on site; multi-level spaces with walls and steps run longer. We give a project-specific schedule with the estimate.
Maintenance
- Re-seal decorative surfaces every two to three years
- Keep fire features clear and follow manufacturer clearances
- Sweep debris out of joints and off seat wall caps
- Avoid de-icing chemicals on decorative work
Common homeowner mistakes
- Adding features later and fighting elevations that were never planned for
- Undersizing the fire pit area so chairs sit half on grass
- Forgetting utility sleeves for gas, electric, or lighting before the pour
- Ignoring how water moves through the yard before setting elevations
Why choose Hoosier Concrete Pros
We're a locally owned residential concrete contractor working across Indianapolis and Central Indiana. Kyle King is on the projects, estimates are free and itemized, and our work carries a 3-year workmanship warranty. We're licensed and insured, rated 4.9 stars across 53 Google reviews, and we build for Indiana's freeze-thaw cycle — proper base, correct reinforcement, and planned joints on every pour.
Areas we serve
We install outdoor living throughout Central Indiana, including:
Frequently asked questions
Can you build the patio now and add features later?
Yes, and we plan for it. If you tell us what is coming, we can set elevations, thicken pads, and run sleeves for gas or electric so the later phase doesn't mean cutting into new concrete.
Do I need a permit for an outdoor living project?
It depends on your municipality and what's included — flatwork often doesn't require one while structures, electrical, and gas typically do. We tell you what we see on your project and what you need to confirm locally.
What surface works best around a fire pit?
A poured concrete surface with adequate clearance is a strong choice because it is non-combustible, continuous, and stable for chairs.