Concrete Patio Replacement Cost Calculator
A new 192 sq ft broom-finish concrete patio costs $1,601 to $2,668 installed at national prices. To price a replacement, enter the old patio's square footage in the calculator's removal field.
LIKELY INSTALLED PRICE
$2,134
Our installed range for this 12×16 ft, 4-inch slab: $1,601 – $2,668 ($8.34 – $13.89 per sq ft)
In plain terms: that's about the size of a shed pad or a small patio, and roughly 46% of the price is the crew's labor.
- DIY materials
- $948
- Concrete
- 2.37 yd³
- Bagged mix
- 118 80-lb bags
- Delivery
- 1 truck, short load
An estimate, not a bid. A contractor's price depends on your site, access and timing.
What changes the price
Where the money goes
- Materials$957
- Labor$822
- Overhead and profit (20%)$356
All 9 line items
| Item | Qty | Material | Labor | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site setup, layout and cleanup | 1 job | $100 | $56 | $156 |
| Excavate and grade subgrade | 192 sqft | $0 | $213 | $213 |
| Forms, stakes and form release | 56 lf | $67 | $124 | $192 |
| Compacted crushed-stone base | 3.32 ton | $149 | $61 | $211 |
| 6x6 W1.4 welded wire mesh | 192 sqft | $71 | $43 | $113 |
| Ready-mix concrete, 3,500 psi, delivered | 2.49 yd3 | $433 | $55 | $488 |
| Short-load delivery fee | 1 job | $85 | $0 | $85 |
| Place, screed and broom finish | 192 sqft | $10 | $249 | $258 |
| Sawn control joints | 28 lf | $42 | $21 | $63 |
| Subtotal × overhead and profit (20%) = midpoint | $2,134 | |||
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Turn this price into an estimate for your customer →Cost by thickness for 12x16 (192 sq ft)
4 in · patios, sheds
$1,601 – $2,668
2.37 yd³ · 118 bags · about $2,134
5 in · garages, driveways
$1,678 – $2,797
2.96 yd³ · 147 bags · about $2,237
6 in · shops, RV pads
$1,788 – $2,980
3.56 yd³ · 177 bags · about $2,384
What replacing a concrete patio involves
The old slab is broken up, hauled away and the base regraded before new forms go in. Removal is a separate line, so the calculator adds it only when you enter a size. The new slab here uses 2.37 yd³ of concrete and 192 sq ft of wire mesh.
Concrete patio cost per square foot
This patio comes to $8.34 – $13.89 per square foot with a broom finish. Decorative finishes and curved edges raise that. Tear-out adds its own cost per square foot.
Stamped concrete patio cost
Stamping adds color, a pattern, release agent and sealer, plus more finishing time. Switch the finish selector to stamped to see the new range. Exposed aggregate costs less than stamping and grips well when wet.
Concrete patio pavers or poured concrete?
Poured concrete usually costs less per square foot than pavers. Pavers are easier to repair one piece at a time. Some owners pour a slab and edge it with pavers.
How thick should patio concrete be?
This patio is priced at 4 inches with wire mesh, which suits furniture and foot traffic. Pour thicker under a hot tub or an outdoor kitchen. Slope the slab away from the house so rain drains off.
Choosing concrete patio contractors
Ask each contractor to price the same thickness, finish and removal. Check that the bid says who hauls the old concrete. Treat this page's range as an estimate to compare them with, not a bid.
DIY vs pro for this 12x16 pour
Materials alone come to $948, about 44% of the $2,134 midpoint contractor price. The difference is $1,186 of labor, equipment, delivery and contractor overhead across 9 line items. At 2.49 yd³ the pour is under the short-load threshold, so bagged mix or a shared truck avoids a delivery fee.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I pour a new patio over the old one?
Sometimes, if the old slab is sound and the added height clears the door threshold. Cracked or sunken slabs should come out first.
How much does it cost to extend a concrete patio?
Price the new section by its own size in the calculator. The joint to the old slab usually needs dowels, which a contractor will add.
Does a concrete patio need a permit?
Ground-level patios often don't, but rules vary by town and HOA. Check before you tear out the old one.
What's the best finish for a concrete patio?
Broom finish is the cheapest and grips when wet. Stamped and exposed aggregate cost more and look more decorative.
How long before I can use a new patio?
Light foot traffic is usually fine after a day or two. Wait longer before moving heavy furniture or a grill onto it.
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