ServiCover📌 Key Takeaway: Concrete paver patios typically cost $12-$26 per sq ft installed. Fire pits run $500-$8,000 and seat walls $40-$120 per linear foot.
Hardscape Costs
| Feature | Typical Cost |
|---|---|
| Concrete pavers | $12-$26 per sq ft |
| Flagstone (dry-laid) | $15-$32 per sq ft |
| Flagstone on concrete | $20-$45 per sq ft |
| Gravel / decomposed granite | $6-$12 per sq ft |
| Seat walls | $40-$120 per linear ft |
| Fire pit kit | $500-$2,500 |
| Custom masonry fire pit | $2,000-$8,000 |
| Steps | $150-$900 per step |
Why the Base Matters
A quality paver patio sits on a 4-6 inch compacted gravel base with sand bedding and edge restraints. Skimping on the base leads to sinking and shifting pavers.
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Pavers or concrete for a patio?
Pavers cost more but are easier to repair; poured concrete is cheaper upfront.
Do retaining walls need engineering?
Taller walls, often over about 4 feet, usually need engineering and a permit.
🔎 How we research: The ServiCover Editorial Team compiles prices and guidance from published 2026 cost guides, manufacturer information and industry sources. Prices are national ranges and vary by location, home and provider, so always compare written quotes. We don't perform the work ourselves, and we may earn a commission when you request quotes through our partners — see our Advertiser Disclosure.