ServiCover📌 Key Takeaway: Poured broom-finish concrete runs about $6-$13 per sq ft, concrete pavers $12-$26, and dry-laid flagstone $15-$32. Pavers cost more but are easier to repair.
Cost Comparison
| Surface | Installed per Sq Ft |
|---|---|
| Poured concrete (broom) | $6-$13 |
| Colored concrete | $8-$17 |
| Stamped concrete | $12-$22 |
| Concrete pavers | $12-$26 |
| Flagstone (dry-laid) | $15-$32 |
| Gravel / decomposed granite | $6-$12 |
Durability and Repair
- Concrete: one solid slab; cracks are visible and patches may not match.
- Pavers: individual units flex with the ground and can be lifted and reset.
- Flagstone: natural look; dry-laid can shift over time.
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Which is better in freezing climates?
Pavers handle freeze-thaw movement well because joints allow flex. Concrete needs proper air-entrainment and control joints.
Do pavers grow weeds?
Weeds can grow in joints; polymeric sand reduces this.
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