Concrete Patios in Tacoma, WA
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Planning a new or replacement concrete patio in Tacoma? Here’s what shapes the design, the typical cost ranges, and what to send for a quote.
- Layout around doors, steps and the yard
- Sloped and drained away from the house
- Broom, exposed aggregate, color or stamped
Get a patio quote in Tacoma
Tell us about the project. We’ll call or email to talk it through.
Concrete Patios for Tacoma properties
A good patio starts at the back door: the height of the threshold, how many steps down, which way the yard falls, and where rain off the roof ends up. Get those right and a plain broom-finished slab will last decades. Get them wrong and even the nicest stamped pattern ends up with puddles, moss and cracks.
Early 1900s houses in the North End and Hilltop, mid-century homes across the city, and newer infill. We work across the North End, Proctor, Stadium District, Hilltop, Central Tacoma, South Tacoma, the Eastside, Northeast Tacoma and Point Defiance.
New patios
A level outdoor room where the lawn or an old deck used to be.
Replacing old slabs
Cracked, sunken or tipped patios that send water toward the house.
Covered patios
Slabs under a roof or pergola, with posts and footings planned in.
Tacoma conditions that affect your patio
Yards and access
Older lots often have alleys, detached garages and narrow side yards, so access is part of the plan.
Rain and drainage
Old walks and steps that tip toward the house are common. New concrete should shed water away from foundations and basements.
Slope and access
The North End, Stadium District and Northeast Tacoma have steep streets and hillside lots, while South Tacoma is flatter. Slope decides how much of a project is walls and steps versus flatwork.
Details that help us price your patio in Tacoma
You don’t need answers to all of these. They’re the questions that shape the design and the price.
Size and shape
Rough measurements or a sketch over a photo.
Door and steps
How far the door threshold is above the ground.
What’s there now
Lawn, old slab, pavers or a deck to remove.
Water
Where downspouts discharge and where the yard stays wet.
Access
Gate width and whether a truck can get near.
Finish and extras
Broom, aggregate, color or stamped; steps, seat walls or a fire pit.
Options to talk through
| Finish | Good for | Keep in mind |
|---|---|---|
| Broom | Everyday patios on a budget | Best traction; plain look |
| Exposed aggregate | Wet, shaded yards | Textured and grippy; hides dirt |
| Integral color | A warmer look than gray | Color runs through the slab |
| Stamped | A stone or slate look | Reseal every few years; choose slip-resistant sealer |
Permits for concrete patios in Tacoma
The residential building code used across Washington exempts most ground-level patios, walks and driveways from a building permit, but grading, drainage and work in the street right-of-way can still need permits. Tacoma Planning & Development Services makes the call for your property, and we’ll tell you what we expect before you commit.
Planning a patio in Tacoma?
Call to talk it through, or send a few details and photos.
What concrete patios typically cost in the Seattle area
Ballpark numbers help you plan a budget before anyone visits. Use them as a starting point, not a promise.
| Patio work | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Broom finish patio | $6–$10 per sq ft |
| Exposed aggregate patio | $10–$16 per sq ft |
| Integral color patio | $8–$14 per sq ft |
| Stamped patio | $12–$20 per sq ft |
| Resurfacing a sound patio | $4–$9 per sq ft |
| Saw-cut and replace broken panels | $12–$22 per sq ft |
Typical market ranges, not a quote from Seattle Concrete Contractors. These are ranges other Seattle-area concrete contractors publish for this work (Seattle Concrete (seattleconcrete.com) service pages, checked November 2026). Your price depends on size, access, removal, base work, finish and permits, and on conditions at your Tacoma property. We give a written quote after we understand the job.
Concrete Patios in Tacoma: quick answers
How long does a new patio take?
Most patios take a few days of work: demolition and base, forming and pour, then curing time before furniture goes on it. Weather can stretch that.
What’s the best patio finish for a wet yard?
Exposed aggregate or a broom finish gives the most grip. Stamped looks great but needs a slip-resistant sealer.
Do I need a permit for concrete work in Tacoma?
Patios and walks on private property often don’t need a building permit, but retaining walls over 4 ft from the bottom of the footing and work in the right-of-way do. Tacoma Planning & Development Services has the final word.
Learn more about concrete patios
See the full concrete patios guide, or all concrete services in Tacoma.
Tell us about your project
A few photos and rough measurements are enough to start. If you’re not sure what the job needs, describe the problem and we’ll talk it through.
Call (206) 566-0528 or use the quote form at the top of this page.
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