Licensed & insured general contractors · Broward · Miami-Dade · Palm Beach
Patio Design & Installation project by 12X Construction

Exterior & Outdoor Living

Patio Design & Installation

Outdoor rooms that drain correctly and stay cool underfoot.

A patio is a slab, a drainage plan, a shade strategy, and a lighting plan working together. We design for how you actually use the space (dining, lounging, grilling, watching a game), then build it to survive daily Florida sun and afternoon downpours.

Typical timeline

1–4 weeks

Typical investment

Most patios run $12,000–$60,000 depending on size and cover

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Licensed & insured
20+ years in the trades
Fixed written scope & price
Permits pulled & closed
Built on word of mouth
In-house crews, no subs roulette
Line-itemed estimates
Workmanship warranty in writing
Licensed & insured
20+ years in the trades
Fixed written scope & price
Permits pulled & closed
Built on word of mouth
In-house crews, no subs roulette
Line-itemed estimates
Workmanship warranty in writing

How we approach it

Outdoor rooms that handle the Florida elements

A patio in South Florida is more than just a place for a chair; it is an extension of your living space that has to survive daily sun and sudden, heavy downpours. The biggest mistake most contractors make is ignoring drainage in favor of aesthetics.

We design patios from the ground up, starting with a grading plan that ensures water moves away from your foundation. We select materials that won't burn your feet in August and that provide a non-slip surface when the afternoon storms hit.

Whether you are looking for a sleek porcelain lounge or a traditional travertine dining area, we coordinate the hardscape, the shade, and the lighting so the finished project feels like a cohesive room rather than a slab of stone.

Patio Design & Installation project in South Florida
Representative project photo

When to call

Signs it's time

  • Water pooling on your existing patio or near the house after rain
  • Current concrete surface is cracked, pitted, or stained beyond repair
  • The backyard feels disconnected from the interior of the home
  • Existing pavers are shifting, sinking, or covered in weeds
  • Lack of usable space for dining or entertaining guests
  • The patio gets so hot in the sun that you cannot walk on it barefoot
Patio Design & Installation work in progress

What the work involves

The breakdown

01

Drainage and grading plan

Setting the correct pitch and installing channel drains or French drains to manage Florida's heavy rainfall.

02

Excavation and base prep

Removing old material and installing a multi-layer compacted base that prevents future settling.

03

Surface material installation

Precision laying of pavers, travertine, or porcelain with tight joints and level transitions.

04

Edge restraint and finishing

Installing hidden concrete or metal edges to keep the perimeter from shifting over time.

05

Utility integration

Running conduit for outdoor lighting, fans, and speakers before the surface is laid.

Step by step

How a patio design & installation job runs

  1. 11-2 weeks

    Concept and material selection

    We walk the site, check sun angles, and help you choose materials that fit your style and budget.

  2. 22-6 weeks

    Permitting and prep

    We handle the municipality requirements while staging materials for the build.

  3. 33-5 days

    Demo and base work

    The old surface is removed and the new base is excavated, leveled, and compacted.

  4. 44-8 days

    Surface installation

    Materials are laid, cut to fit, and the joints are filled and stabilized.

  5. 52-3 days

    Final grading and cleanup

    We restore the surrounding turf and perform a final deep clean of the new surface.

Choices

Options we'll walk you through

Travertine Natural Stone

Naturally cool to the touch and classic in appearance

Best for: Barefoot comfort and pool decks

Outdoor Porcelain Pavers

Ultra-durable, stain-resistant, and available in modern large-format styles

Best for: Modern aesthetics and low maintenance

Concrete Pavers

Wide variety of colors and patterns with high structural strength

Best for: Driveways and traditional patios

Articulated Shade Systems

Integrated pergolas or sails that make the patio usable year round

Best for: Full-day sun exposure

Example project

From soggy lawn to functional lounge

Fort Lauderdale, FL2 weeks

The challenge
A narrow backyard was unusable because it stayed muddy for days after rain and had no shade.
What we did
We installed a multi-level travertine patio with integrated channel drains and a custom louvered shade structure.
The result
The family gained 600 square feet of usable living space that drains perfectly and stays cool enough for their pets to enjoy in the afternoon.

Illustrative example based on typical jobs of this type.

Standards we hold

  • We maintain a minimum 1 percent slope for positive water drainage
  • Every base is mechanically compacted in 2-inch lifts for maximum stability
  • We use geotextile fabric between the soil and base to prevent sinkholes
  • All joints are finished with premium polymeric sand to resist weeds
  • Conduit for future lighting is included in every build as standard
After: Plain slab to a finished patioBefore: Plain slab to a finished patio
BeforeAfter

Before / after

Patios we build

Plain slab to a finished patio

New surface, defined edges and a layout that actually gets used.

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Representative example

What's included

Our patio design & installation scope

  • Concept layout, material selection, and shade and sun study
  • Base preparation, compaction, and slope for positive drainage
  • Concrete, paver, travertine, and porcelain patio surfaces
  • Screen enclosures, covered structures, and roof tie-ins
  • Outdoor electrical, fans, TV provisions, and landscape lighting
  • Furniture layout guidance and final grading and cleanup

Questions we get about patio design & installation

How it works

What happens after you call

01

Free on-site visit

We come out, measure, photograph, and listen. You get straight answers about what's possible and what it really takes, usually within 24–48 hours of your call.

02

Line-itemed proposal

A written scope with materials, allowances, timeline, and payment schedule. You see exactly what you're buying before you commit to anything.

03

Selections & permits

We help you pick finishes that hit your budget, then handle drawings, permits, HOA packets, and inspections so nothing stalls the job.

04

Build with daily updates

Dedicated crew, protected work area, photo updates, and a single project manager you can reach directly at any point.

05

Walkthrough & warranty

We walk the job with you, fix every punch-list item, close the permit, and hand over your written warranty and care instructions.

Our commitments

Put in writing on every project

Fixed written scope & price

Every estimate is line-itemed before a single tool comes out of the truck. No mid-project surprises, no vague allowances.

One accountable project manager

You get one direct number, one person who knows your job, and daily progress updates, not a call center.

Licensed, insured, permitted

Licensed general contracting, full liability and workers' comp coverage, and permits pulled and closed out properly.

Workmanship warranty

Written warranty on our labor plus full manufacturer warranties on the materials we install.

Clean, respectful crews

Floor protection, dust containment, daily cleanup, and crews that treat an occupied home like an occupied home.

On-schedule or we tell you first

A real timeline with milestones. If anything shifts, you hear it from us before you notice it yourself.

Client feedback

Referred, again and again

“They gutted and rebuilt two bathrooms and our kitchen while we lived in the house. Every day the site was clean, every question got answered the same day, and the final number matched the estimate.”
Daniel R. · Fort Lauderdale, FL · Kitchen + 2 bathroom remodel
“We had water damage behind a wall that two other contractors misdiagnosed. 12X found it in an hour, handled the drying, rebuilt the drywall, and dealt with the insurance paperwork.”
Melissa T. · Hollywood, FL · Water-damage restoration
“Pavers, a pergola, an outdoor kitchen, and turf, done in five weeks and permitted properly. Our backyard is the reason we stopped talking about moving.”
Andre & Sofia P. · Coral Springs, FL · Full backyard renovation
“We turn over rental units on tight deadlines. They have never once missed a make-ready date, and their punch lists are cleaner than anyone we've used.”
Property manager · Miami, FL · Property turnover program

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