BTS Outdoor Solutions builds custom concrete patios and walkways throughout St. Louis, MO — broom finish, stamped, stained, and decorative outdoor concrete designed for Missouri’s climate. Free design consultation included with every estimate. Licensed contractor — (314) 662-2505.
“Your backyard’s first impression is its patio. A crumbling, stained, or undersized concrete slab sends a signal — BTS can change that in a week.”
Spalling at patio borders and walkway edges accelerates with every freeze-thaw cycle. Once edge crumbling starts, it works inward — surface patching doesn’t hold.
Low spots in patios collect standing water — a mosquito problem and a slip hazard. Settlement from poor sub-base preparation causes these, and they can’t be permanently fixed without regrading.
1980s broom-finish concrete on a renovated home reads as unfinished. Stamped concrete, exposed aggregate, and integral color options deliver a completely different aesthetic at a reasonable cost premium.
Wide cracks and open control joints provide enough gap for grass and weeds to establish. Sealing and joint caulking are preventive; replacing a slab is the solution once growth is established.
We meet on-site before every estimate. BTS reviews drainage, tie-in to existing concrete and landscaping, finish options, and how the patio flows with your home’s architecture. This costs you nothing and prevents expensive redesigns.
Standing water on a new patio means the slope was wrong. BTS grades every patio at minimum 1/8 inch per foot away from the house, with French drains added where needed. Drainage is engineered into the design, not hoped for.
We carry samples of every stamped pattern, integral color, and exposed aggregate option. You see the actual finish before we pour — not a brochure photo. Standard broom-finish to full decorative stamped concrete available.
BTS Outdoor Solutions builds custom concrete patios and walkways throughout St. Louis with a free on-site design consultation included with every estimate. Broom finish, stamped, stained, and decorative options — every project is quoted itemized, in writing, before work begins. Call (314) 662-2505 to get started.
As a licensed Missouri contractor in business since 1995, BTS Outdoor Solutions has built concrete patios and walkways throughout Kirkwood, Webster Groves, Chesterfield, Sunset Hills, and all of St. Louis County. If you’re searching for a concrete patio near me in St. Louis, BTS brings a free on-site design consultation to every estimate — because getting the drainage, shape, and finish right before the forms go down is the difference between a 10-year patio and a 40-year patio.
Five steps from design day to your first backyard gathering — every project, every time.
On-site meeting to review size, shape, finish options, drainage requirements, and how the patio integrates with your existing landscape and home.
The area is excavated to proper depth, graded for positive drainage (min 1/8 inch per foot away from structures), and compacted with 4-6 inch gravel sub-base.
Forms define the shape and edges. Rebar or mesh reinforcement is placed on chairs at the correct spacing. Control joint locations are pre-marked.
Concrete is placed, screeded, and brought to the correct finish window. Broom texture, exposed aggregate, or stamp patterns applied at the precise timing window.
Curing compound applied. Foot traffic restricted 24 hours. Vehicle access: 7 days. Stamped concrete receives sealer at 28-day cure — included in most patio quotes.
“BTS built us a stamped concrete patio with integral color. The design consultation was thorough, the crew was professional, and the result is stunning. It’s the best feature in our backyard.”
“We got a new concrete walkway from the driveway to the front door. Clean broom finish, perfectly sloped for drainage, and they finished ahead of schedule. Really happy with it.”
Broom-finish concrete has a textured, slip-resistant surface created by dragging a broom across fresh concrete — simple, durable, and lower cost. Stamped concrete uses rubber mats pressed into partially-set concrete to create stone, slate, brick, or wood plank patterns. Color is added via integral pigment or shake-on hardener. Stamped concrete requires sealing to maintain the finish.
A properly installed concrete patio in St. Louis lasts 30–50 years with reasonable maintenance. Missouri's freeze-thaw cycles are the biggest long-term challenge — sealed concrete with proper expansion joints and drainage engineering lasts significantly longer than unsealed flatwork. BTS uses control joints and engineered sub-base to give your patio maximum longevity.
Yes — we regularly tie new concrete into existing slabs for covered patio additions. We saw-cut and form the new section to match existing elevation and slope. An isolation joint between old and new concrete accommodates differential settling. We'll assess your existing slab condition during the estimate.
Most municipalities in St. Louis County do not require a permit for a ground-level concrete patio under a certain size. However, attached covered structures (pergolas, roofs) typically do require permits. BTS checks the specific requirements for your municipality and handles the research for you at no charge.
The most popular patterns in St. Louis are ashlar slate, flagstone, and cobblestone for traditional home styles. Wood plank and herringbone brick patterns work well with craftsman and contemporary homes. BTS carries physical samples of every pattern — we recommend reviewing them on-site so you can see the texture and scale before committing.
Reseal every 2–3 years with the same sealer type used at installation. Clean with pH-neutral cleaner and a stiff broom — avoid pressure washing above 1,500 PSI on sealed stamped surfaces. Fill any joint cracks immediately with color-matched caulk before water penetrates and freezes. BTS offers a maintenance sealing service if you'd rather not DIY.
BTS grades every patio surface at a minimum slope of 1/8 inch per foot away from the house foundation. For sites with existing drainage challenges or where the natural grade runs toward the structure, we design French drains into the project before forming. Proper drainage engineering is the single biggest factor in long-term patio performance.
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Last Updated: August 2026
