Paver patios in East Aurora, NY

Paver patios built for East Aurora winters

East Aurora sits southeast of Buffalo, and winters here bring plenty of snow and repeated freeze and thaw. Water that collects under a patio freezes, expands and pushes the pavers up. The fix is underneath: the area is dug out, a base goes in and every layer is compacted.

We also look at drainage before anything is laid. If water sits where the patio will go, the ground gets reshaped first so it runs away from the house and off the stone.

A patio that suits an older home

The village is known for its preserved older homes, especially along Main Street and the streets off it. A patio behind a house like that should feel calm and solid, not flashy. Simple shapes, natural colors and planting along the edges usually look right.

Mature trees are common here too. We keep the patio clear of large roots where we can and plan shade plants and beds to soften the edges.

What changes the price of a patio

Size is the biggest factor, followed by the pavers or stone you choose and how much base work the ground needs. Access matters as well. A backyard reached only through a narrow gate takes longer than one where equipment can drive in.

Removing an old slab or regrading a slope adds work. Our paver patio cost guide covers each of these in more detail, and the estimate itself is free.

Permits and timing

Rules for patios can differ between the village and the rest of the Town of Aurora. Check with the Village of East Aurora, or the town if you live outside the village line, before work starts.

Hardscape can usually be built until the ground freezes, weather permitting. Fall is also a good time to plan a patio for spring, so the design and materials are settled and you are on the schedule early.