Custom Stone & Paver Patios

A well-designed patio extends your living space outdoors and creates a perfect spot for family gatherings, barbecues, or quiet evenings under the Texas sky. Unlike generic concrete slabs, a custom stone or paver patio adds real value to your property while giving you a beautiful space that reflects your style and fits your lifestyle. Whether you want a cozy area for morning coffee or a large entertaining space for hosting friends, we can design and build the perfect patio for your needs.

In Amarillo, outdoor living spaces need to stand up to our unique climate. Intense summer heat, occasional heavy rains, freeze-thaw cycles in winter, and strong winds all take their toll on outdoor surfaces. The materials and construction methods we use are specifically chosen to handle these conditions. We build patios that resist cracking, settling, and weather damage while maintaining their beauty year after year.

At AMM Amarillo Masonry, we specialize in creating custom outdoor living spaces that combine durability with design. We work with natural stone, concrete pavers, brick, and combinations of materials to create patios that complement your home and landscape. From initial design concepts through final installation, we handle every detail so you get a patio that exceeds your expectations and lasts for decades.

Choosing the right material for your patio is one of the most important decisions you will make. Each option has unique characteristics, benefits, and aesthetic qualities. We help you select materials that match your home's style, meet your performance needs, and fit your budget.

Popular Patio Materials

• Natural stone pavers: Flagstone, limestone, and sandstone create elegant, organic patios with one-of-a-kind beauty. Each stone is unique, and the natural color variations add character and warmth. Stone patios work beautifully with traditional and contemporary designs.
• Concrete pavers: Modern concrete pavers come in dozens of colors, shapes, and textures. They offer consistent sizing for precise patterns, excellent durability, and lower cost than natural stone. Many pavers mimic the look of natural stone or brick.
• Brick pavers: Classic brick creates timeless patios that complement traditional architecture. Brick comes in earth-tone colors and works well in herringbone, basket weave, and running bond patterns. Properly installed brick patios last for generations.
• Travertine: This natural stone offers a sophisticated look with a smooth, cool surface perfect for hot Texas summers. Travertine comes in warm beige and tan colors and develops a beautiful patina over time.
• Mixed materials: Combining materials creates visual interest and defines different areas. We often use stone borders with paver fields, or mix brick and stone for unique custom designs.

During your design consultation, we show you samples of different materials and discuss layout options. We consider factors like your home's architecture, existing landscaping, intended use, and maintenance preferences. We also explain the pros and cons of each material so you can make an informed choice.

If you are planning a complete outdoor renovation, we also build paver walkways that connect your patio to other areas of your property and create a unified design.

Building a patio that lasts requires more than just laying pavers on the ground. We follow a comprehensive process that ensures your patio remains level, stable, and beautiful for decades. Here is what goes into every patio we build.

Design and Planning

We start with an on-site consultation where we measure your space, assess site conditions, and discuss your vision for the patio. We look at drainage patterns, existing grades, sun exposure, and how the patio will connect to your home and landscape. Then we create a design that maximizes usability and beauty while working within your budget.

Our designs consider practical details like furniture placement, traffic flow, grilling areas, and future additions like fire pits or outdoor kitchens. We also plan for proper drainage so water flows away from your home and does not puddle on the patio surface. Good drainage is critical in Amarillo where heavy rains can dump inches of water in a short time.

Base Preparation

After you approve the design, we excavate the patio area to the proper depth, typically 8 to 12 inches depending on soil conditions and material choices. We create a stable base using layers of compacted crushed stone. Each layer is carefully graded and compacted to prevent future settling. This base layer is the foundation of your patio and determines how well it performs over time.

We also install edge restraints to keep pavers from shifting and set proper slopes for water drainage. These details are invisible once the patio is complete, but they are essential for long-term performance.

Paver Installation and Finishing

Once the base is ready, we lay pavers according to your chosen pattern. We cut pavers precisely for borders and edges, ensuring tight fits and clean lines. For natural stone, we select and place each piece to create pleasing patterns and minimize gaps. After all pavers are set, we sweep polymeric sand into the joints. This special sand hardens when wetted, locking pavers together and resisting weed growth and ant intrusion.

Finally, we compact the entire surface with a plate compactor to seat the pavers firmly, clean the surface, and seal the patio if appropriate for your material choice. The result is a beautiful, durable outdoor space ready for furniture and years of enjoyment.

We also build other outdoor features like retaining walls that can define your patio space and create level areas on sloped properties.