At first glance, this backyard patio in Denver, Colorado didn’t look like it needed much work. The surface was still intact, and there were no major cracks. But using it every day told a different story.
Furniture never sat level, and water collected near the edges after rain. Over time, those small issues made the space less enjoyable.
Patio before renovation — uneven surface or pooling water.
The decision was made to rework the base rather than just resurface the top. That part isn’t visible once everything’s finished, but it’s what fixed the problem.
During the process, some of the old materials were reused to keep costs down, which helped stay within budget.
Mid-renovation photo showing base prep or lifted pavers.
Once the patio was finished, everything felt more stable. Chairs sat flat, water drained properly, and the space finally worked the way it should have from the start.
The final cost landed around $6,900, mostly because of base corrections.
Finished patio with furniture and clean layout.
If you’re planning a patio project in Denver, pay attention to the foundation first. Surface fixes don’t solve underlying problems.
Has anyone here had to redo a patio because of base issues? If yes kindly leave it in the comment section below