What to know about patio installation in Fort Lauderdale
Coastal wind and salt in Fort Lauderdale favor impact- and corrosion-resistant materials, and some areas require wind ratings.
What affects patio installation cost in Fort Lauderdale
Beyond the local market, the same factors that drive patio installation cost everywhere apply in Fort Lauderdale:
- Patio size in square feet.
- Material: concrete and gravel are cheapest, flagstone and brick cost the most.
- Base preparation, grading, and drainage.
- Patterns, borders, and decorative finishes.
Patio Installation cost by patio material in Fort Lauderdale
These figures are adjusted for Fort Lauderdale pricing (about 1.08x the national average), so they reflect what local homeowners actually pay.
| Patio material | Cost in Fort Lauderdale | Typical total |
|---|---|---|
| Gravel | $3.46 to $10.80 /sq ft | About $1,050 to $3,250 |
| Poured concrete | $6.91 to $21.60 /sq ft | About $2,050 to $6,500 |
| Stamped concrete | $9.50 to $29.70 /sq ft | About $2,850 to $8,900 |
| Pavers | $11.23 to $35.10 /sq ft | About $3,350 to $10,500 |
| Brick | $12.10 to $37.80 /sq ft | About $3,650 to $11,300 |
| Flagstone | $13.82 to $43.20 /sq ft | About $4,150 to $13,000 |