Concrete & Hardscaping in Maryland

Hardscaping creates the foundation for your outdoor living spaces. PRG installs concrete patios, paver walkways, retaining walls, and drainage solutions that stand up to Maryland weather and complement your landscape.

Concrete & Hardscaping Services We Offer

• Poured concrete patios, walkways, and driveways
• Paver patios and walkways in a range of styles and patterns
• Retaining walls in block, natural stone, and timber
• Concrete pads for sheds, hot tubs, and HVAC equipment
• Steps, stoops, and entry landings
• Drainage solutions and grading corrections

Our Concrete & Hardscaping Process

We evaluate your site for grading, drainage, and soil conditions before recommending materials. Proper base preparation is critical for longevity — we excavate to the correct depth, compact sub-base material in lifts, and ensure drainage away from your foundation. All work is built to withstand Maryland freeze-thaw cycles.

Concrete & Hardscaping Cost in Maryland

Concrete and hardscaping costs in Anne Arundel and Howard County: poured concrete patios run $8–$15 per sq ft installed (a 300 sq ft patio: $2,500–$5,000); paver patios run $15–$30 per sq ft installed ($5,000–$10,000 for 300 sq ft); retaining walls run $20–$50 per sq ft of face area depending on material and height; concrete pads for sheds, HVAC, or generators run $500–$2,000. Decorative options — stamped concrete, colored concrete, exposed aggregate, or natural stone borders — add 20–50% to the base cost. Drainage corrections and grading add $500–$3,000 depending on site conditions.

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How Long Does Concrete & Hardscaping Take?

Most patios and walkways take 1–2 weeks of on-site work: excavation and base preparation, forming, pour or paver setting, and finishing. Concrete then needs cure time — walkable after 24–48 hours, furniture after 3–4 days, vehicles after 7–10 days, with full strength at 28 days. Larger hardscape projects with retaining walls or multiple zones run 2–4 weeks.

Concrete & Hardscaping in Maryland: What to Know

Maryland clay-soil base preparation is the difference between a patio that lasts 30 years and one that settles in 5. We excavate 6–8 inches, install geotextile fabric between clay subgrade and aggregate to prevent migration, and compact crushed-stone base in 2-inch lifts. Freeze-thaw cycles split concrete that doesn't have proper expansion joints, so we cut control joints at the right spacing for slab geometry. Anne Arundel County requires permits for retaining walls over 4 feet and for hardscaping that alters drainage; Critical Area parcels along the Severn, South, and Magothy rivers have impervious-surface caps that affect patio size.

Concrete & Hardscaping FAQ

What hardscaping services do you offer?

We install concrete patios, walkways, and driveways; paver patios and walkways; retaining walls (block, stone, timber); concrete pads for sheds, hot tubs, and AC units; steps and stoops; drainage solutions; and landscape borders and edging. We handle projects from small pads to complete outdoor living spaces.

How much does a patio cost in Maryland?

Patio costs vary by material and size. Concrete patios run $8-$15/sq ft installed. Paver patios cost $15-$30/sq ft depending on paver style. A typical 300 sq ft patio costs $2,500-$5,000 for concrete or $5,000-$10,000 for pavers. Complex designs with curves, borders, or multiple paver colors cost more.

Should I choose concrete or pavers for my patio?

Concrete is more affordable and low-maintenance; pavers cost more but offer more design options and easier repairs. Read our full concrete vs. pavers comparison.

Do I need a permit for a patio or retaining wall?

In Anne Arundel and Howard County, small patios at grade typically don't require permits. Retaining walls over 4 feet in height require permits and engineering. Walls that retain a slope, support a structure, or affect drainage may also need permits regardless of height. We'll determine permit requirements during your estimate.

How long does concrete need to cure before I can use it?

You can walk on concrete after 24-48 hours. Light furniture can go on after 3-4 days. Vehicles should wait 7-10 days. Full cure takes 28 days, during which you should avoid heavy loads and deicing chemicals. We'll provide specific care instructions for your project based on weather conditions and concrete mix.