How to Plan a Patio That You Won't Regret

A well-designed patio adds real value to a DC Metro home and transforms how you use your outdoor space. A poorly planned one creates drainage problems and often needs to be redone. The planning phase determines which outcome you get.

Define How You'll Actually Use It

The most common planning mistake is designing for how the space looks in photos rather than how you'll use it. Know your use case before designing.

Drainage Is Non-Negotiable

DC Metro gets significant rainfall. Any hardscaping project must be designed with proper drainage — adequate slope away from the house and consideration of where water will go.

Size Up, Not Down

Most homeowners who have had patios built wish they had gone slightly larger. Outdoor furniture takes more space than it looks.

Connect to the Landscape

The most successful hardscaping projects feel integrated with the surrounding landscape rather than dropped into it.

Call Ortega Landscaping at (571) 217-2935 for a free hardscaping estimate.