“Wow what a great job on my patio. Very professional from start to finish.”
Paver, concrete and natural stone patios, built on a base that lasts.
Green Acres is a patio contractor in Wilmington, DE. We design and install patios for dining, cooking and gathering, and we plan for fire pits, kitchens and lighting up front.
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A well-built patio gives you a flat, dry place to dine, cook and gather. Green Acres is a patio contractor serving Wilmington, DE, building paver, concrete and natural stone patios from excavation through finishing.
The part you do not see matters most. We dig out, compact an aggregate base, slope the surface so water runs away, and set edging so the patio stays tight for years.
Cost levels are relative. We price your actual patio in writing.
| Material | Look & feel | Durability & repairs | Upfront cost | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pavers | Many colors, textures and patterns | Strong on a proper base; replace individual pavers | Mid-range | Most yards, curved shapes, long-term flexibility |
| Poured concrete | Smooth, broom, stamped or colored | Durable but may crack; cracks are hard to hide | Usually lowest | Large flat areas, simple designs |
| Natural stone | Flagstone, bluestone and similar; natural variation | Very durable; repairs need matching stone | Usually highest | High-end looks; see natural stone |
Ask about financing for larger patio projects.
Many New Castle County municipalities treat a ground-level patio differently from a covered or attached structure. Size, setbacks, gas lines and roofs can all trigger a permit, and HOAs often want plans before work begins. We check the rules for your address and call 811 before digging.
We walk the yard and talk through size, use, materials and budget.
You get a layout and written quote, and we confirm approvals.
We dig, compact the base and set grades for drainage.
Surface material goes down with edging and borders.
Joint sand or sealing, cleanup and a walkthrough.
“Wow what a great job on my patio. Very professional from start to finish.”
“They did a great job and we are very happy with the work as well as the professionalism of the team.”
Recent reviews from homeowners, HOAs and property managers, pulled live from our Google Business Profile.
Pavers are the flexible middle choice: many patterns, easy spot repairs, and good in freeze-thaw weather when installed on a proper base. Poured concrete usually costs less up front and can be stamped or colored, but cracks are harder to repair. Natural stone gives the richest look and costs the most.
Size is the biggest factor, followed by material, pattern complexity, site access, excavation depth, drainage needs, edging and steps, and extras like seat walls, lighting or a fire pit. Site prep often accounts for as much work as the surface. We quote in writing after seeing the yard.
A lasting patio sits on excavated, compacted aggregate base, a thin leveling layer, then pavers locked in with edge restraints and joint sand. The base is what keeps the surface from settling and heaving through Delaware freeze-thaw cycles, so we never skip it to save time.
A typical residential patio takes roughly 3 to 7 working days of on-site work once materials arrive. Larger patios, tricky access, rain, and added features like walls, steps, kitchens or fire pits extend that. We give a schedule with the quote.
Requirements vary by municipality. Many places do not require a permit for a ground-level patio, but some do, especially for larger patios, structures with roofs, gas lines or fire features. HOAs often require approval. We check the rules for your address before starting.
Yes, but it is far easier to plan for it now. Gas and electric lines, drainage, base thickness and layout all affect later additions. If you think you might add a fire pit, kitchen or pergola, tell us during design and we will build the patio ready for it.
Tell us about your property and we’ll get back to you with a plan and a transparent estimate. No pressure, no obligation.
Tell us a little about your yard. We’ll reply within one business day.
🔒 Your info stays private. We never share contact details.
Our crews run out of 978 S Market St in Wilmington and serve homes, HOAs and businesses across northern Delaware.
Green Acres has cared for lawns and properties around Wilmington since 1998. We offer all-inclusive landscape maintenance packages so you can be sure your property is looking its best all year long!
Using our years of creative experience to achieve beauty is what sets us apart. Landscape material that is healthy, well-branched, and well-formed is used to create the best first impression.
