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A backyard patio sized for how you actually use the space, pitched to shed water away from the house and built on a base that keeps it level.
NJ HIC #13VH12036000 | Serving homeowners across New Jersey from East Rutherford
- Free inspection & estimateNo-cost first visit
- NJ HIC #13VH12036000Registered Home Improvement Contractor
- East Rutherford headquarters168 Humboldt St
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Planning a paver patio that works
A patio is usually the centerpiece of a backyard: a place to eat, sit around a fire pit or simply step out of the back door onto something better than grass. Pavers are a popular choice because they come in many shapes and colors, can be laid in different patterns, and can be lifted and reset if a section ever needs repair.
Good patios start with planning. How many people will use it? Where will the table and chairs go? Is there a grill, a fire pit or a path to the lawn? A patio that is too small feels cramped; one in the wrong spot does not get used.
Then there is the practical side. Patios next to the house need to slope away from the foundation. We look at where water from the roof and yard goes today, and where it will go once the patio is in. We also check door thresholds, so the finished surface sits at a sensible height below them.
Patterns, borders and transitions
Borders, soldier courses and pattern changes help define the space and give the edges a finished look. Where the patio meets lawn, planting beds or an existing walkway, we plan those transitions so they look intentional and stay put.
Patio problems good planning avoids
These are issues we often see on existing patios. Most of them are decided before the first paver is laid.
Water toward the house
A patio pitched the wrong way can send water to the foundation and basement.
Door threshold conflicts
A finished surface too close to the door sill invites water in.
Low spots and settling
Areas that sink because the base was thin or not compacted in layers.
Undersized layout
A patio too small for a table and chairs, or awkward to move around.
Loose borders
Edge courses that drift into the lawn without proper restraints.
Poor drainage at the low edge
Runoff that pools where the patio meets the lawn or beds.
Already have a patio? Repair, extend or replace
An older patio is not automatically a tear-out. Here is how we look at it.
When an existing patio may be worth keeping
- Settling limited to a few areas
- Slope generally away from the house
- Pavers in reusable condition
- Space works, just needs an extension
When replacement may make more sense
- Patio pitched toward the foundation
- Widespread sinking or heaving
- Cracked old concrete under the pavers
- Layout that no longer fits how you live
Factors that affect the decision
The condition of the base, the drainage pattern, whether the pavers can be reused and whether you want to change the size or shape.
When further investigation is needed
Old patios sometimes hide surprises such as buried concrete, debris or soft fill. If excavation reveals something like that, we discuss it with you before adjusting the plan.
How a paver patio project works
Request
Send photos of the yard and any ideas, or call or text us.
Site visit
We look at the space, doors, drainage and access for equipment.
Layout & estimate
We go over size, pattern and materials, then provide an estimate.
Excavate & grade
We excavate, set the slope and build the compacted base.
Lay pavers
Pavers and borders are laid, cut to fit, restrained and jointed.
Finish
We grade the edges, clean up and walk through the new patio with you.
Project timing depends on size, weather and material lead times. We confirm a schedule once the estimate is approved.
Patio paver options
The surface sets the look. The base and edges set the performance.
Concrete pavers
Many sizes, colors and textures, including large-format and tumbled styles.
Natural stone
Bluestone and other stone for a classic patio, either cut or irregular.
Borders & accents
Contrasting borders or soldier courses that frame the field.
Base & edging
Compacted aggregate base, bedding layer and edge restraints under every patio.
What Our Customers Say
We have not yet received Google reviews about patio projects specifically. These are genuine Google reviews about our work in general.
Excerpt“Every time we call, they answer on the first ring and come by the next day, especially when there is an issue that really needs immediate attention. Their work is top notch and their prices are fair.”
Excerpt“He explained every step clearly, offered honest recommendations, and made sure I felt confident in every decision.”
Excerpt“Matt and his team do a great job. On time, work clean and offered the best price of 3 estimates.”
Quoted from our Google Business Profile. Rating and count as of October 28, 2026.
Paver patios across New Jersey
From East Rutherford we build patios for homeowners across New Jersey’s 21 counties. Find your county or browse the towns we serve.
Headquarters
168 Humboldt St, East Rutherford, NJ 07073
(551) 241-0470 · monarchroofingnj@gmail.com
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Patio paver FAQs
How big should my patio be?
It depends on what you want to do there. We usually start with the furniture, grill or fire pit you plan to use and leave room to walk around them comfortably.
How much slope does a patio need?
Enough to move water off the surface and away from the house without feeling tilted. We set the pitch based on the site during layout.
Can a patio go right up against the house?
Yes, as long as it slopes away from the foundation and the finished height leaves enough room below door thresholds and siding.
Can you include a fire pit or seating wall?
We can discuss features like seating walls and fire pit areas as part of the design. See our outdoor living areas page for more.
Pavers or concrete for a patio?
Pavers offer more pattern choices and can be repaired in sections; a concrete patio gives a continuous surface. We can price both if you are undecided.
Can you extend my existing patio?
Often, yes. Matching older pavers can be tricky, so sometimes a contrasting border or a separate zone looks better than an exact extension.
What happens to the grass and soil you dig out?
Excavated material is hauled away or reused for grading where appropriate. We cover this in the estimate.
Is the patio estimate free?
Yes. Patio site visits and estimates are free.
Request Your Free Patio Estimate
Tell us about your project, upload photos if available, and choose your preferred inspection date and time.
Please note: preferred dates and times are requests until your booking is confirmed.
Prefer to talk? Call or text (551) 241-0470 or email monarchroofingnj@gmail.com.
Ready to Plan a Backyard Patio?
Send us a few photos of the yard and tell us how you want to use it. We will start with a free site visit and estimate.