Concrete Patios in Rialto
Concrete Foothill Rialto covers concrete patios in Rialto — the size and slope, finishes that behave in a hot sunny yard, pool-side flatwork and pads for shade structures, and what a patio typically costs.
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Size and slope first
A patio is sized by the furniture on it and the room to walk around it, then sloped away from the house at a gentle fall so rain and sprinkler water leave. A table for six and chairs pushed back is the size most owners underestimate. Twelve by sixteen feet is a common starting point.
A finish for a hot yard
| Finish | In a sunny yard |
|---|---|
| Light broom | Cooler underfoot; good grip |
| Exposed aggregate | Rough, hides dirt; holds heat |
| Integral color, light tones | Pleasant; tone varies batch to batch |
| Dark colors | Hotter in direct sun; uncomfortable barefoot |
| Stamped and sealed | Handsome; can be slippery when wet |
Rialto summer highs are typically in the low-to-mid 90s, so surface color matters more than it might elsewhere.
Pools, shade structures and joints
Flatwork around a pool is common, and the surface needs grip when wet; pool shells and their structure are outside this site. A pad for a shade structure sits on footings the structure's maker specifies. Control joints break the patio into near-square panels so shrinkage cracks happen in the joints, and a joint at the house keeps the slab from locking onto the wall.
What the numbers show
- Control joint A sawn or tooled line that guides shrinkage cracks.
- Panel Near-square; a long thin panel cracks across its length.
- Joint from the inside corner An inside corner concentrates stress, so a joint runs out from it.
- Isolation joint A gap with a filler strip between the slab and the house wall.
What a patio typically costs in Rialto
For a 12 by 16 foot patio of 192 square feet, 4 inches with wire mesh or fiber, on bare ground:
| Finish | Per sq ft | 192 sq ft |
|---|---|---|
| Broom | $7–$10 | $1,344–$1,920 |
| Integral color | $8.00–$13.00 | $1,536–$2,496 |
| Exposed aggregate | $9.00–$14.00 | $1,728–$2,688 |
| Stamped and colored | $12.00–$19.00 | $2,304–$3,648 |
A decorative border, sealer, steps and extra grading are options on top. Market estimates, not quotes.
Concrete Patios — common questions
How big should a concrete patio be?
Large enough for the furniture with room to pull chairs out and walk around, which is why twelve by sixteen feet is common. A plan on paper with the table drawn to scale answers it.
Is a concrete patio too hot in summer?
Dark and smooth surfaces get hotter in direct sun. Light broom finishes and exposed aggregate stay more comfortable, and shade helps.
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