Patios
Concrete Patios in Upper Darby & Delaware County
A poured concrete patio gives you a flat, low-maintenance outdoor surface that lasts decades and never needs the re-leveling that pavers do. Dougherty Concrete builds backyard concrete patios across Upper Darby and Delaware County, pumping the mix over fences and through side yards when a truck cannot reach the back of the house.
The access problem most patios have
Almost every backyard patio has the same issue: the concrete truck can't get to it. The pour is behind the house, past a fence, or down a narrow side yard. That is exactly what a concrete pump solves — we run hose from the truck out front to the patio out back and place the concrete in one continuous pour, no wheelbarrows tearing up your lawn.
We grade the slab to slope away from the house so rain drains off, set control joints so the concrete cracks where it should, and finish the surface the way you want it — broom for grip or smooth for a cleaner look.
A patio that holds up outside
Outdoor concrete in Pennsylvania has to handle freeze-thaw and standing water. We pour on a compacted base, at the right thickness, and recommend sealing so the surface resists salt and moisture through the winter. Done right, a concrete patio outlasts wood decking and most paver installs with almost no upkeep.
What a patio job includes
- Layout and grading for proper drainage away from the house
- Compacted base and forming
- Concrete pumped to the backyard when access is tight
- Control joints and the finish of your choice
- Clean site and debris haul-off
How it goes
From the first look to a clean site.
- 01
Site & access check
We confirm where the patio goes, how the hose will run to reach it, and how it should drain.
- 02
Form & base
Compacted base, forms set to the right size and slope.
- 03
Pump & pour
Concrete pumped to the back of the property and placed in one continuous pour.
- 04
Finish & clean
Surface finished, joints cut, property left clean.
What it costs
Patio cost depends on square footage, the finish, how far we have to pump to reach the backyard, and base prep. Tight-access backyards are routine for us — the pump is usually what makes a back-of-house patio affordable instead of a wheelbarrow marathon. Estimates are always free; see our concrete patio cost guide for typical ranges.
FAQ
Patios — questions before you call
Can you pour a patio in a fenced backyard?
Yes — that's one of the most common jobs we pump. We run hose from the truck out front, over or around the fence, to the patio area, and place the concrete without driving across your yard.
How thick should a concrete patio be?
Four inches over a compacted base is standard for a residential patio. We add thickness or reinforcement if you plan to put a hot tub or heavy furniture on it.
Should I seal my concrete patio?
In Pennsylvania, yes. Sealing helps the surface resist salt, moisture, and freeze-thaw damage and keeps it looking better longer. We will tell you when and how to reseal.
How much does a concrete patio cost?
It varies with size, finish, and access. Our concrete patio cost guide walks through what homeowners in the Philadelphia area typically pay, and every estimate we give is free and specific to your yard.
Tell us about the pour
Need patios? Let's talk.
Tell us what needs concrete, where the truck and hose can reach, and when you need it handled. Start with the site conditions and the result you need — we'll figure out the next step.
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- 10+ years across Delaware County