Concrete Patios
Broom Finish · Decorative Options · Outdoor Living Spaces · Base and Grading
Concrete Patio Installation in Johnson County, KS
Modern Collar pours new concrete patios and outdoor living spaces across Johnson County from our base at 6651 W 231st St in Bucyrus, Kansas, including a recently completed patio in Overland Park. We build broom-finished patios and decorative concrete options for homeowners from Leawood and Overland Park down to Stilwell, Spring Hill and Louisburg, and the excavation, grading and base work under the slab are part of our scope. Call (785) 776-1122 for a free estimate.
What Goes Into a Johnson County Concrete Patio
Most patio jobs combine a few of these. We plan the slab, the slope and the base together before anything is poured.
Broom-Finish Patios
A textured broom finish that adds traction underfoot, on a patio sized for how you use the yard.
Decorative Concrete Options
Decorative finishes when you want more than a plain slab. See stamped concrete.
Outdoor Living Spaces
Larger slabs laid out for grilling, dining and seating, planned around how the space will be used.
Grading and Base Prep
Excavation, grading and a compacted base before the pour. See drainage and grading.
Walks to the Patio
Concrete walks that connect the patio to the house, driveway or gate. See sidewalks and slabs.
Replacing an Old Patio
Tear-out of a cracked or sunken patio before a new one goes in. See concrete replacement.
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What Makes a Concrete Patio Last in Kansas
Concrete in Johnson County has to handle clay soil that moves and winters that freeze and thaw over and over. Most early cracking and flaking comes from a few skipped steps.
Concrete shrinks as it cures, so nearly every slab cracks somewhere. Control joints decide where. For a standard 4-inch patio slab, industry guidance puts them every 8 to 12 feet, cut at least a quarter of the way into the slab, so the crack happens in the joint instead of across the middle.
Kansas City freeze-thaw cycling is also why air-entrained concrete is strongly recommended for outdoor slabs: tiny air bubbles in the mix give freezing water room to expand instead of flaking the surface. And building code calls for patios within 10 feet of the house to slope at least 2 percent away from it, so rain runs off instead of toward the foundation. See drainage and grading.
- 4-inch slab for residential patios
- Control joints every 8 to 12 feet
- Sloped 2 percent away from the house
- Air-entrained mix for freeze-thaw
What goes into a long-lasting concrete patio
Sources: ACI residential slab guidance, ACI 302 / NRMCA joint spacing, International Residential Code R401.3.
Why Homeowners Choose Modern Collar for Concrete Patios
A concrete patio looks simple, but the grade, the base and the joints decide how it looks in ten years. We handle all three, and we tell you straight if pavers or stamped concrete would suit your yard better.
Concrete or Pavers, Your Call
We build both, so you get an honest answer, not a sales pitch.
Grading and Base Are Part of Our Job
Excavation, grading and base prep are in our scope.
Proof in Our Reviews
A customer called our sidewalk and patio work excellent on Google.
The Owner Lays Out the Job
Adler measures, plans it with you and writes the estimate.
Our Concrete Patio Process
Free estimates · Written price · Clean site
1
Walkthrough and Layout
We measure, check the grade and drainage, and mark out the patio with you.
2
Excavation and Base
We dig out, set the grade so the slab drains away from the house, and compact the base.
3
Forms, Pour and Finish
We set the forms, pour, finish the surface and cut the control joints.
4
Final Walkthrough
We pull the forms, clean up and walk the finished patio with you.
Concrete Patio Cost in Johnson County
Typical Kansas City area ranges for 2026. Size, access, how much grading the yard needs and the finish you pick move the price most.
| Project | Typical range | What that covers |
|---|---|---|
| Broom-finish concrete patio | $7 to $12 per sq ft | Reinforced concrete patio, including the pour and finish. Unreinforced runs about $6 to $11. |
| Decorative or stamped patio | $10 to $17 per sq ft | Pattern, color and texture on top of the slab. See stamped concrete. |
| Removing an old patio | add $1.30 to $2 per sq ft | Break-out and haul-away of the existing slab before the new pour. |
What Our Customers Say
4.9 on Google from 41 reviews.
Concrete Patios Across Johnson County
In Leawood and north Overland Park, older patio slabs have often cracked or settled, so a new patio usually starts with tearing out the old one. In Stilwell, Spring Hill and south Olathe, newer homes often come with a small builder slab, and homeowners want a bigger outdoor living space. On acreage around Bucyrus and Louisburg, patios tend to be larger and the drainage plan matters more.
Concrete Patio Questions
How much does a concrete patio cost in Johnson County?
Kansas City area concrete patios usually run about $7 to $12 per square foot reinforced, or $6 to $11 unreinforced. Stamped or decorative patios run about $10 to $17, and removing an old slab adds about $1.30 to $2 per square foot. You get a written price after a free walkthrough.
Who installs concrete patios in Johnson County?
Modern Collar is a family-owned concrete and hardscape contractor based in Bucyrus, Kansas, rated 4.9 on Google from 41 reviews. We pour concrete patios across Johnson County, including Overland Park, Leawood, Olathe, Stilwell and Spring Hill, and handle the excavation, grading and base ourselves.
How thick should a concrete patio be?
Four inches is the standard for a residential patio, poured over a compacted gravel base. Areas that carry heavier loads, like a driveway, are usually poured thicker.
Why does concrete crack, and what do control joints do?
Concrete shrinks as it cures, so it will crack somewhere. Control joints cut every 8 to 12 feet on a 4-inch slab, at least a quarter of the way through, give it a straight line to crack along instead of random cracks across the patio.
What concrete holds up best to Kansas winters?
Air-entrained concrete. The tiny air bubbles in the mix give freezing water room to expand, which helps prevent the surface from flaking after freeze-thaw cycles.
Should I choose concrete, stamped concrete or pavers?
A broom-finish slab is the most affordable. Stamped concrete adds pattern and color. Pavers cost more but can flex with soil movement and be repaired one piece at a time. We build all three. See paver patios.
Can you replace my old cracked patio?
Yes. We break out and haul away the old slab, fix the grade and base, and pour a new patio. See concrete replacement.
Get a Free Concrete Patio Estimate in Johnson County
Call or text (785) 776-1122 or send the form. We will measure the space, check the grade and send a written price for your patio.
