Paver, natural stone and bluestone patios
Patio Installation Company in Northbrook, IL
Patio installation for homes in Northbrook, IL and across the North Shore. We design and build paver, natural stone and bluestone patios on a compacted base made for Chicago-area winters.
Designed and built by one team
Northbrook patio installer
Your Local Patio Installer for Pavers and Natural Stone
North Shore Landscape Design & Build is a patio installer based at 900 Skokie Blvd #219 in Northbrook. We build patios behind brick ranches, split-levels and newer homes in Northbrook, Glenview, Deerfield, Highland Park, Winnetka and Wilmette.
Every patio starts as a plan: where the sun falls, how you get there from the house, how many people it needs to seat and where the water goes when it rains. Then the same team that drew the plan builds it.
Patio materials
Paver, Natural Stone and Bluestone Patios
The material sets the look, the price and the upkeep of the patio. These are the options we design and build with.
Paver Patios
Concrete and clay pavers come in many shapes, colors and patterns. They suit larger patios and can be repaired one piece at a time.
Natural Stone Patios
Flagstone and limestone give an irregular, classic look that fits older North Shore homes and garden settings.
Bluestone Patios
Bluestone is a dense natural stone in blue-gray tones, cut in rectangles for a clean pattern or laid irregular for a softer look.
Fire Pits and Seat Walls
Add a built-in fire pit, a seat wall or steps in the same stone, so the patio reads as one design.
Planning
Patio Design and Layout
The plan covers every decision before the first shovel goes in:
- Size and shape for how you will use it: dining, lounging or a fire pit
- Access from the house, with steps and walkways where they are needed
- Material, color and pattern that fit the house
- A slope that carries water away from the house
- Seat walls, lighting and planting around the edges
Built for freeze-thaw
Why the Base Matters in Chicago-Area Winters
Water that gets under a patio freezes in winter, expands and pushes the pavers up. When it thaws, they settle unevenly. That is how patios end up with heaved edges, sunken spots and open joints.
Excavation and a compacted base
The soil is dug out and replaced with crushed gravel, compacted in layers so the patio has a firm, even bed.
Slope and drainage
The surface is pitched away from the house so rain and snowmelt run off instead of soaking in.
Edges and joints
Edge restraints hold the pavers in place, and the joints are filled so the surface locks together.
How it works
Our Patio Installation Process
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1. Site visit and measurements
We look at the yard, the slope and the access, and talk about how you want to use the patio.
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2. Design and estimate
You get a plan with the layout and materials and a written estimate.
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3. Excavation and base
Once the permit is in place, we dig out the area and build the compacted base.
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4. Lay, finish and walkthrough
We lay the pavers or stone, set the edges, fill the joints and walk the finished patio with you.
Why us
Why Hire North Shore Landscape for Your Patio
One team designs and builds
The people who draw the plan are the people who build it.
Based in Northbrook
Our office is on Skokie Blvd, and we work across the North Shore.
Built from the base up
Base, slope and edges are planned for freeze-thaw winters.
A written estimate first
You know the layout, materials and price before work starts.
Pricing
How Much Does Patio Installation Cost in Northbrook?
The price depends on the size, the material and pattern, how much digging and base work the site needs, access for equipment, and any steps, walls or fire pit. As a national reference, Lawn Love puts a 280-square-foot paver patio at about $3,350 on average, with most between $2,275 and $6,950 (market ranges, not a quote). Natural stone and bluestone usually cost more than concrete pavers.
For a price on your patio in Northbrook, send the form and we will set up a site visit and a written estimate.
Keep exploring
Related Services
Retaining Walls
Level a sloped yard so the patio has room, with a wall that can double as seating.
Retaining Walls
Service areas
Patio Installation Near You on the North Shore
We install patios in Northbrook and in these nearby towns:
Questions
Patio Installation FAQ
Do I need a permit for a patio in Northbrook?
Yes. The Village of Northbrook requires a permit for a new patio, with a zoning worksheet, a tree protection agreement and a plat of survey. If the patio adds more than 400 square feet of new hard surface, civil drawings are also required. Glenview, Deerfield and the other North Shore villages have their own rules.
How long does patio installation take?
It depends on the size of the patio, the site and the weather. Most of the work is in the base, since excavation and compaction come before the first paver. Your estimate includes a schedule, and the build starts once the permit is approved.
Which is better for a patio in Northbrook, pavers or bluestone?
Both last when they sit on a well-built base. Pavers offer more colors and patterns and are easy to repair. Bluestone has a natural, classic look and usually costs more. Many Northbrook homeowners choose based on the style of the house and the budget.
Will my patio heave in the winter?
Heaving happens when water under the patio freezes. A compacted gravel base, a slope away from the house and edge restraints keep water moving out, which is what prevents most heaving and sinking on North Shore patios.
Can you add a fire pit or seat wall to my patio?
Yes. Fire pits, seat walls, steps and lighting can be designed with the patio and built in the same project, in matching stone.
How much does patio installation cost?
It depends on the size, material and site work. National ranges from Lawn Love put a 280-square-foot paver patio at about $2,275 to $6,950. For your patio in Northbrook, send the form for a written estimate.
Free estimate
Get a Free Patio Installation Estimate in Northbrook
Tell us about your yard and the patio you have in mind. We will get back to you to set up a site visit and an estimate.