Hardscape and grounds
Custom Paver Patios Built for the Metro East
A flawless finish on a base built to last a lifetime. No shortcuts allowed.
- Designed and built in-house
- No subcontractors
- Free on-site consultation
The Foundation of Your Outdoor Space
The patio is the floor of the whole outdoor space. It is where you put the grill, where the family gathers, and where the house meets the yard. A lot of guys can put blocks in the dirt and make it look good for a week. We build patios that look good a decade from now. That means we start by looking at how the water moves across the yard. We lay out the shape, the pattern, and the borders to fit the home, then we build on a foundation that drains right and stays flat.
The part you do not see is where a patio lasts or fails. The base is everything. We dig deep, bring in the right rock, and pack it down tight. Whether you want a simple footprint for a table or a massive entertaining space tying into a pool deck, the standard is exactly the same. We take pride in the craftsmanship, laying tight joints, cutting precise curves, and finishing the job right with the best hardscape products on the market.
How We Build It Right
- Deep Excavation: We dig down 8 to 12 inches to clear topsoil and organics.
- Compacted Aggregate Base: Layers of crushed rock packed down solid to prevent settling and heaving during Illinois winters.
- Bedding Sand: A precision screeded layer that allows pavers to sit perfectly level.
- Premium Pavers: High density concrete pavers in styles mimicking flagstone, cobble, or modern planks.
- Soldier Course Borders: Contrasting edge patterns that frame the patio and lock the field in place.
- Banding and Inlays: Custom details to highlight dining areas or fire pit zones.
- Edge Restraints: Spiked heavy duty edging hidden below grade to hold everything tight.
- Polymeric Sand Joints: Swept in and activated with water to lock the blocks together and block weed growth.
- Drainage Integration: Pitching the grade perfectly and tying downspouts into buried drain tile so water stays off the patio.
- Pool Deck Applications: Non-slip textures and cool-touch materials tailored for bare feet.
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Why JS Lawn
In-house Design-Build
One crew handles everything from the initial sketch to the final sweeping of the sand.
Built for High-End Homes
Quality materials, proper base prep, and strict attention to detail for estate-grade results.
Family-run and local
You are hiring the people who actually show up and do the heavy lifting, not a call center.
Built to last
Proper base prep, proper drainage, and proper materials so you only pay for it once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Size and materials drive the price. Most full patios with features start in the mid five figures. We give you an exact number after the consultation.
Pavers flex with the ground and individual pieces can be lifted and reset. Concrete cracks and is hard to repair invisibly.
Most residential patios run a few days to two weeks depending on the size, base work, and features.
We excavate 8 to 12 inches to install a proper compacted aggregate base, ensuring the patio does not heave or sink.
Where We Work
We design and build outdoor living spaces across the Metro East, including Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, Collinsville, Maryville, and Caseyville, and we are based right here in Granite City.
Ready to Build Your Outdoor Space?
Call (618) 560-4959 or schedule a free consultation today.