Colorado Springs Patio Guides
Patio guides.Read beforeyou pour.
Straight answers before you sign a patio quote: what belongs under the slab, how pavers and concrete compare in a Colorado winter, and when a permit applies. Written by Apex Patios, a veteran-owned Colorado Springs crew.
Patio Guides
Why Patios Crack in Colorado SpringsMost cracked and heaved patios in Colorado Springs failed below the surface. Water gets into the soil under the slab, the ground freezes and swells, and a thin base with no reinforcement gives way. This guide walks through what belongs under a patio, using the published Apex Patios build specs as the worked example.
Pavers vs Concrete in Colorado SpringsAll three can last in Colorado Springs if the base under them is built right. The real differences are how each one moves in winter, how much upkeep it asks for, and how easy it is to fix later. Apex Patios builds pavers, poured concrete and stamped concrete, so this is a straight comparison with no favorite.
Patio & Pergola Permits in Colorado SpringsA ground-level concrete or paver patio generally needs no building permit from the Pikes Peak Regional Building Department. A covered patio usually does, and some towns add their own review on top. This is general guidance checked in October 2026. Rules change, so confirm the requirements for your specific property with PPRBD and your local zoning office before work starts.Start with a site visit and a real price.
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