Concrete Patio in Lenexa, KS
A concrete patio in Lenexa has to handle clay that swells and shrinks with the seasons, plus freeze-thaw winters and de-icer by the back door. At DW Elite Decks, we build every slab for those conditions, from the base to the slope that carries water away from your house, whether you need a first patio, a replacement, or a swap for an old wood deck.
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Why a Concrete Patio in Lenexa Needs More Than a Quick Pour
Most patio failures start below the surface or in the first few weeks after the pour. Here’s what we plan for on every job:
- Clay that moves. Much of Johnson County sits on silty clay subsoil that swells when wet and shrinks when dry. A slab poured on soft or loosely packed soil is the one that sinks, tips, or cracks across the middle.
- Settling next to the house. The soil against your foundation is backfill from when the home was built, and it can keep settling for years. That’s why so many older patios drop at the house side first.
- Freeze-thaw and salt. Water that soaks into concrete expands when it freezes. A weak surface, or salt used too soon, leads to flaking known as scaling.
- Today’s cement. In 2025, the Kansas City Home Builders Association connected new metro driveways flaking within about a year to the industry’s switch to Type IL cement. It’s a fair reason to ask any contractor how they handle the mix, finishing, and curing.
- Where the water goes. A patio adds hard surface to your lot, and Lenexa manages stormwater closely through its Rain to Recreation program. Your slab should send runoff away from your foundation, not toward it or into a neighbor’s yard.
How We Build a Patio Slab That Holds Up
The finish is what you see. These are the parts that decide whether it still looks good in ten years.
Firm Ground First
We dig out topsoil and organic material, then build and compact a base so the slab bears evenly. Near the house, we pay extra attention to old backfill that may still be settling.
Steel Rebar Reinforcement
Our patios are reinforced with steel rebar. If the clay shifts, the steel helps hold the slab together so any crack stays tight instead of opening into a trip hazard.
Slope That Moves Water Away
We set a gentle pitch away from your foundation and plan around downspouts, so rain and snowmelt drain off the patio and away from the house.
Joints in the Right Places
All concrete shrinks as it cures. Control joints tell it where to crack, and an isolation joint at the foundation and steps lets the slab move without pulling on the house.
Careful Curing and a Protective Seal
We protect fresh concrete while it gains strength, then apply a high-grade acrylic sealer. We’ll also tell you how to treat the slab through its first winter, which matters most for fall pours.
Patio Projects We Take On
New Patios
A new slab off the back door, a larger entertaining space, or a pad sized for a dining table and grill. We plan the size around how you’ll use it, so you don’t end up with a patio that’s too small for the furniture.
Concrete Patio Replacement
If your slab has sunk at the house, cracked through, or started to flake, patching usually buys little time. We remove the old concrete, correct the base and grade, and pour a new patio built to last.
Deck to Patio Conversions
A low deck close to the ground is a common candidate for a patio, especially when the framing is wearing out. If a deck still makes more sense for your yard, we also build with composite and PVC decking and wood decking.
Patio Extensions
Need more room? We can extend an existing slab with a proper joint between old and new. New concrete rarely matches weathered concrete exactly, so we’ll talk through color and layout before we pour.
Want a pattern or color instead of a plain finish? See our stamped and colored concrete options.
Why Homeowners Pick Us Over Other Concrete Patio Contractors
Local news has covered concrete companies that took deposits and never came back. Here’s what you get with us instead:
- Licensed for Johnson County work. We hold a Class A Johnson County contractor license and are licensed, bonded, and insured.
- Our own crews. Our installers work for DW Elite Decks exclusively, year-round. No day-labor crews you’ve never met.
- The owner stays involved. Founder Dan Milford oversees projects from bid to final walkthrough.
- Clear, itemized bids. You’ll see what’s included, from tear-out to backfill and cleanup, before you sign.
- Permits handled. We check with the City of Lenexa on whether your patio needs a permit and pull it when it does.
- A track record you can check. In business since 1997, a 5.0 Google rating across 262 reviews, and BBB A+ accredited since 2009.
Our Concrete Patio Installation Process
1. Share Your Vision
Tell us how you’ll use the patio: dinners outside, a grill station, a fire pit, or just more room off the back door. We walk your yard for grade, drainage, and downspouts.
2. Design & Plan
We lay out a patio that fits your budget and home, then send an itemized bid you can review line by line. We also check permit needs with the city. See our pricing page for typical ranges.
3. Build & Enjoy
Our crew preps the base, sets the steel rebar, and pours a slab sloped to carry water away from your house. We walk the finished patio with you and go over care for its first season.
Good to Know Before and After the Pour
- Buried lines get marked first. We call Kansas 811 before any digging so gas, electric, and irrigation lines are located.
- Leave time for HOA review. If your HOA requires architectural approval, get it before we put your pour on the schedule.
- Weather sets the pour date. Rain and cold can push a pour back a few days, which protects the concrete.
- Go easy the first winter. Skip salt on new concrete and use sand for traction, especially on a fall pour.
Concrete Patio Cost in Lenexa
Our stamped and colored concrete patios start at $12,000. A typical patio of about 300 square feet runs $15,000 to $20,000, or roughly $50 to $60 per square foot.
Your price moves with:
- Size and shape of the layout
- Borders and multiple colors
- Steep grade changes, thickened edges, or retaining walls
- Tight or difficult site access
- Removing an old slab or deck
See our pricing page for ranges on other outdoor projects, or request a bid for exact numbers.
Make the Patio the Whole Backyard Plan
A slab is a starting point. Many homeowners add:
- A wood or metal pergola for shade, or a roof cover for rain
- A fire pit, gas fireplace, or wood-burning fireplace
- Low-voltage lighting for evenings and screens for bug season
- A deck above the patio with deck railings to match
Planning structures with footings? We size and place those, so they work with the slab, not against it. Explore more outdoor living options in Lenexa.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our stamped and colored patios start at $12,000, and a typical 300-square-foot patio runs $15,000 to $20,000. Grade changes, borders, tear-out, and site access affect the final number.
It depends on the size of the slab and whether it will support a structure like a roof cover or pergola. We confirm the requirements with the city and pull the permit when one is needed.
Yes, as long as temperatures allow the concrete to cure properly. Fall-poured concrete has less time to dry before winter, so skip salt the first season and use sand for traction instead.
Light foot traffic is usually fine after a day or two, and furniture after about a week. Concrete keeps gaining strength for about a month, so hold off on heavy loads until then.
We reinforce our patios with steel rebar because it holds its position in the slab during the pour. On clay soil, that helps keep any crack tight and the surface level.
Yes. Sealer helps the surface resist water, salt, and stains, and we’ll let you know when it’s time to reseal based on sun exposure and use.
Concrete shrinks as it cures and moves a little as the soil swells and dries. Good base prep, rebar, and well-placed joints keep cracking controlled and mostly out of sight.
A patio usually fits a yard that’s close to level with the back door, while a deck makes more sense when there’s a drop. Many concrete patio installers only pour flatwork; we build both, so we can show you the honest trade-offs.
Ask about licensing and insurance, base prep and reinforcement, what the bid includes, and the payment schedule. A good contractor answers all four in writing.
Ready to Plan Your Patio?
Tell us about your yard, and we’ll come out, measure, and walk you through your options with no pressure. Call (913) 782-7575 or request a free bid to get started on your new concrete patio in Lenexa.
OUR ACCOLADES
Granted a Class A building license for operation in Johnson County, Kansas. This is the top license type for any contractor.
Deckorators chose DW Elite Decks as its First Certified Pro Spotlight Feature.
Awarded the coveted Angie's List Super Service Award (many times), which is only given to the top 5% of all Kansas City deck builders.
Nationally recognized by Rich Noonan, the Eight Time Emmy Award-Winning Reporter for Fox News!
Westbury Certified Master Pro. Beacon of distinction as the bar is set high to earn this coveted status.
Ensuring Quality and Compliance
At DW Elite Decks, we pride ourselves on delivering craftsmanship that meets and exceeds industry standards. As Kansas City’s premier custom deck builder since 1997, we ensure every project is executed with proper permits and passes final inspections, guaranteeing code compliance and long-term safety.
Accolades
- Granted a Class A building license for operation in Johnson County, Kansas. This is the top license type for any contractor.
- Deckorators chose DW Elite Deck as its First Certified Pro Spotlight Feature.
- Awarded the coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award (many times), which is only given to the top 5% of all Kansas City deck builders.
- Nationally recognized by Rich Noonan, the Eight Time Emmy Award-Winning Reporter for Fox News!
