CONCRETE PATIOS
Professional concrete patio installation in Des Moines and Central Iowa, with layouts for outdoor dining, comfortable seating and everyday use.
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RESIDENTIAL PATIOS
PATIOS FOR OUTDOOR
DINING & EVERYDAY USE
Based in Johnston, DuraCraft Concrete is a concrete patio contractor serving Des Moines and Central Iowa. We build spaces for outdoor dining and seating, with the footprint, placement and finish planned around your house and surrounding yard.
Whether you are planning a backyard concrete patio or expanding an existing area, we take time to understand your plans and explain the proposed work. You can expect straightforward project discussions, answers to your questions and site pickup as part of our service.
- Layouts for Your Space
- Finish Options Discussed
- Clear Project Scope
- Careful Base Preparation
- Direct Communication
- Job Site Pickup
MAKE ROOM FOR EVERYDAY USE
OUTDOOR DINING & SEATING LAYOUTS
Furniture, chair clearance and walking routes influence how much space a patio needs. Start with the arrangement you want, then establish the shape and footprint.
DINING PATIOS
Allow room for your table, pulled-out chairs and a clear route to the house.
LOUNGE SEATING
Arrange sofas or lounge chairs with space to move around the seating and tables.
COMPACT PATIOS
Plan the footprint around essential furniture while preserving access to doors, paths and lawn.
ADD ROOM TO YOUR PATIO
EXTENDING AN EXISTING PATIO
A concrete patio extension can create room for a larger table or separate seating. The existing slab, appearance and drainage all influence how the addition should be planned.
EXISTING PATIO CONDITION
Review cracks, movement and deterioration before deciding whether the existing patio suits an extension.
COLOR & TEXTURE DIFFERENCES
New concrete may differ in color and texture from the existing patio surface.
THE JOINT BETWEEN SECTIONS
Plan the joint where the addition meets existing concrete before finalizing the expanded layout.
HEIGHT & YARD TRANSITIONS
Coordinate finished heights with doors, paths and lawn edges to keep transitions practical.
DRAINAGE ACROSS THE ADDITION
Account for runoff across the larger surface, including water already collecting near the house.
OUR PROCESS
HOW YOUR PATIO PROJECT TAKES SHAPE
The project scope brings the layout, finish and site requirements together. We discuss these details before preparing the area and installing the patio.
STEP 1
PROJECT DISCUSSION
We discuss your outdoor plans, patio location and existing conditions, with a site visit when the project needs closer assessment.
STEP 2
LAYOUT & FINISH SELECTION
We establish the patio footprint, finish and scope, including connections to the house, adjoining paths and any existing concrete.
STEP 3
SITE & BASE PREPARATION
The work area is prepared, with base conditions, finished levels, forms and specified reinforcement addressed before the concrete is placed.
STEP 4
INSTALLATION & FINISHING
We install and finish the patio, complete planned joints and address curing and site pickup within the agreed project scope.
WHY WORK WITH DURACRAFT
OUR STANDARDS FOR YOUR PATIO PROJECT
QUALITY MATERIALS & TECHNIQUES
We select materials and installation methods to suit the patio's use and site conditions.
LAYOUT & FINISH GUIDANCE
We discuss patio shape, furniture space and finishes before the project scope is set.
STRAIGHTFORWARD COMMUNICATION
We keep discussions clear and address questions about the proposed work and any changes.
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LET'S DISCUSS YOUR PATIO PLANS
Planning a patio in Des Moines or Central Iowa? Share your ideas for dining, seating or additional space with DuraCraft and request your free estimate.
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CENTRAL & SOUTH-CENTRAL IOWA
AREAS WE SERVE
We work across Central and south-central Iowa, including communities along the I-35 corridor toward the Missouri state line. Our service area includes the following towns and surrounding areas.
- Johnston
- Des Moines
- Norwalk
- Carlisle
- Winterset
- Creston
- Osceola
- Leon
- Lamoni
- New Virginia
- Cumming
- De Soto
- Granger
PLANNING YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE
Frequently Asked Questions
HOW MUCH DOES A CONCRETE PATIO COST?
Cost depends on the patio's size, shape, finish, access and ground preparation. Removing an existing surface or working within a restricted backyard can affect the scope. Share approximate dimensions, photographs and your preferred layout so the proposed work can be discussed.
WHAT FINISH OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE?
Broom finishing creates texture for outdoor use, while stamped concrete offers a patterned appearance. Your choice affects visual detail, surface texture and ongoing care. Discuss the finishes available for your project and how they relate to the house and surrounding surfaces.
WILL EQUIPMENT NEED ACCESS THROUGH MY YARD?
Backyard access affects how materials reach the patio area and where equipment can operate. Gates, fences, landscaping and changes in elevation all need consideration. Share photographs and access details early so the work area and proposed approach can be discussed.
WHEN CAN I PUT FURNITURE ON THE PATIO?
The timing depends on the concrete's strength development, site conditions and the weight of the items. Foot traffic and placing furniture may have different requirements. Confirm the project's use guidance before moving tables, seating or heavy planters onto the surface.
CAN A PATIO SUPPORT A HOT TUB OR OUTDOOR KITCHEN?
Those features can add concentrated weight and change the slab requirements. Decide on them before the patio scope is set, and provide the equipment specifications. Their supporting bases, utility routes and installation requirements need coordination with the concrete work.
Tell us how you want to use your patio. We'll discuss the layout, finish and work needed for your property.