These guides pull together published cost data, Indiana building rules and industry standards for central Indiana homeowners. Every figure is cited on the page it appears on. Prices are estimates, not quotes, and they vary with your yard, your design and the contractor. When you're ready for a real number, request a free estimate and we'll pass it to a vetted, independent local contractor.
Paver patio costPrices by size and material, with sourced tables for every Indianapolis-area patio size.Read the guide 
Stamped concrete patio costPer-square-foot ranges from four published sources, prices by size, finish options and the cost of upkeep.Read the guide 
Retaining wall costCost per linear foot and per square foot of wall face, prices by material, and the extras that change the total.Read the guide 
Outdoor kitchen costPrice per linear foot of counter, costs by layout, what averages leave out, plus permits, inspections and timelines.Read the guide 
Fire pit costCosts by fire pit type, built-in pits with seating, gas vs. wood, and what to ask before you build.Read the guide 
Pavers vs. stamped concreteUp-front cost, freeze-thaw durability, deicing salt, repairs and ten-year upkeep, compared side by side.Read the guide - How to choose a patio contractorWhat Indiana law requires in your contract, questions to ask, how to compare bids and how to pay safely.Read the guide
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