I recently received a quote for a paver patio from a local company, and I'm unsure if $38,000 is a fair price. The quote includes a 12ft by 31ft rectangular patio with a 24ft L-shaped wall (12ft by 12ft) and three pillars, along with a 4ft by 12ft landscaping section. A few details to consider: I live in a major Midwest city, the design follows ICPI-73 standards, all pavers are sourced from Unilock, and due to space constraints, the crew would have to use my driveway for material transport. The price covers excavation, wall and pillar installation, paver base installation, paver fitting, and landscaping. Should I be concerned about this price?
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$38K seems pretty standard for that kind of work in your area, especially with the pavers being from Unilock. But keep in mind, the total price can vary based on prep work, especially since you're in the Midwest where frost can be a concern. If they’re doing it right, it could save you from future maintenance issues.
It’s a tight space for sure, which adds to the labor costs. If you’re worried, see if you can check out their previous projects. It’ll give you insight into their work quality and help you determine if the price fits.
Yeah, exactly! I’ve replaced a lot of paver jobs because they didn’t prep properly for frost. Make sure they know what they’re doing to prevent shifting down the line.