What types of outdoor hardscape features does Stevens Landscaping Services offer?

Stevens Landscaping Services installs a variety of outdoor hardscape features including paver patios, flagstone patios with granite gravel or concrete bases, slate and travertine patios, columns, benches, walls, and retaining walls and terraces as part of their outdoor living and landscaping services.

What are paver patios and why might they be a good choice?

A paver patio is an outdoor surface built with individual interlocking stones. They bring beauty, strength, and versatility to your outdoor space and can be designed in custom shapes and patterns to suit your style and landscape.

How does Stevens Landscaping install paver patios?

Their installation process involves removing grass, excavating the area, installing a geo-textile weed cloth, adding a compacted gravel base, a sand and Portland cement sub-base for drainage, laying pavers in custom patterns, and then finishing with sand or color-matched polymeric sand in the joints.

Can pavers be installed over existing concrete?

Yes. Stevens Landscaping can install pavers directly over existing concrete slabs using approximately 1 inch of sand and Portland cement sub-base, making it possible to upgrade an old or plain surface without full excavation.

What pattern options are available for paver installations?

Pavers can be laid in a variety of patterns including running bond, basket weave, 45° herringbone, and 90° herringbone depending on design preference.

What kinds of pavers and colors does Stevens Landscaping offer?

They work with many paver styles and colors such as Holland stone, 3-piece cobblestone, antiqued finishes, and different series with hues like Danville beige, Rio color, and charcoal blends, giving many aesthetic choices for patios.

What should a homeowner expect in terms of design options with Stevens Landscaping?

Stevens Landscaping blends science and art to design outdoor spaces that suit your taste and lifestyle, from backyard retreats and patios to water features and pergolas, considering both form and function.

Does Stevens Landscaping provide free project quotes?

Yes, they offer free quotes for landscape design and hardscape projects, including paver patios, to help homeowners understand scope and pricing before committing.

How long has Stevens Landscaping been serving the Houston area?

Founded in 1982, Stevens Landscaping Services has over 43 years of industry experience serving Katy, Houston, and surrounding areas in Texas, bringing deep knowledge to landscape and hardscape projects.

What other outdoor living elements can be integrated with a paver patio?

In addition to paver patios, Stevens Landscaping can integrate elements such as firepits, outdoor fireplaces, outdoor bars and kitchens, pergolas, and seating walls, creating cohesive and functional backyard living spaces.