Complete Patio Makeovers in Miami-Dade & Broward

A tired, cracked patio drags down an entire backyard. Whether it is a faded concrete slab from the 1990s, sunken pavers that pool water, or just an empty rectangle you never use, a complete patio makeover can turn that space into the best part of your home. As a family-owned outdoor living contractor serving Miami-Dade and Broward County since 2004, we handle patio transformations from the ground up, and we build them to hold up to South Florida's heat, humidity, and storms. Here is what a full makeover involves and how to plan yours.

Signs your patio is due for a makeover

Most patios we replace show a few telltale problems:

• Cracking and spalling where the concrete surface is flaking or splitting from years of sun and moisture.
• Standing water after rain because the slab settled or was never graded to drain, a common issue in flat South Florida yards.
• Uneven or sunken pavers that have shifted on a poor base and become a trip hazard.
• Dated looks, a plain gray slab that clashes with an otherwise nice home.

Any of these is a good reason to rebuild rather than patch, especially since patching rarely lasts down here.

Your surface options

A makeover is your chance to choose a surface that fits your style and budget. The most popular choices we install:

• Stamped concrete: a single poured slab textured to look like stone, brick, or wood plank. Stamped concrete gives a high-end look with no joints for weeds and less maintenance than pavers.
• Pavers: individual concrete or stone units that come in endless patterns and colors. Pavers can be lifted and reset if needed and handle ground movement well.
• Broom or smooth-finish concrete: a clean, modern, budget-friendly patio surface that can be colored or scored.
• Travertine and natural stone: a premium, cooler-underfoot option popular around pools in Coral Gables and Pinecrest.

What a complete makeover actually includes

A real transformation is more than a new surface. When we take on a full patio makeover, the work typically includes:

• Demolition and removal of the old slab or pavers and any failed base.
• Regrading and base prep, compacting a proper limerock or crushed-stone base and setting the slope so water drains away from your house.
• The new surface, poured or laid with the right reinforcement, control joints, and sealing.
• Drainage solutions where needed, so afternoon storms don't leave you with a pond.
• Finishing touches like borders, matching walkways, lighting, or tying the patio into a pergola or outdoor kitchen.

Getting the base and drainage right is the difference between a patio that lasts 20 years and one that cracks after two rainy seasons. This is the step cheap contractors skip.

Think about the whole outdoor space

A patio makeover is the perfect time to plan the entire backyard. Many of our clients in Pembroke Pines, Hollywood, and Miramar combine a new patio with a pergola for shade, an outdoor kitchen for entertaining, or artificial turf to replace a struggling lawn. Designing these elements together keeps everything cohesive and often saves money by doing the demolition and sitework once. We also pull any required permits in-house for both counties, so your project stays code-compliant.

Cost, timeline, and financing

Cost depends on the size of the patio, the surface you choose, how much demolition and drainage work is needed, and any extras like lighting or borders. Stamped concrete and travertine cost more than a broom finish but deliver a higher-end look. Most makeovers take several days to a couple of weeks depending on scope and cure times. Because it is a meaningful upgrade, we offer 0% APR financing for up to 24 months through Wisetack and Wells Fargo, so you can transform your space now and pay over time. Browse finished patios in our gallery and see our 4.9-star rating across 151 Google reviews.

Ready to reclaim your backyard? Concrete Designs LLC is licensed, insured, and family-owned, serving Miami-Dade and Broward County for more than 20 years. Call 786-269-9215 or contact us for a free on-site estimate, and ask about our 0% financing to get the patio makeover you have been putting off.