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Serving Somerton, AZ and surrounding areas. (928) 655-8943
Bare dirt backyard or a cracked slab that has seen better days? A new concrete patio from Custom Somerton Concrete gives you a solid, level surface built for desert heat, caliche soil, and monsoon rains.
Concrete patio construction in Somerton, AZ means excavating the area, digging through caliche when needed, compacting a gravel base for drainage, pouring and finishing the concrete slab - most residential jobs take one to two days of active work, with the full project from first call to finished surface typically running one to three weeks.
The biggest challenge in Somerton is not the pour itself - it is what happens underground. The caliche and clay soils common in the Yuma area shift with moisture and heat cycles, and a patio sitting on a weak base will crack or sink within a few years no matter how good the concrete is on top. We take base preparation seriously on every job. If you are also considering a decorative surface that mimics stone or tile, stamped concrete services can be applied to the same slab during the pour for a finished look without the cost of natural stone.
We have been building outdoor concrete surfaces in Somerton and the surrounding Yuma County area since 2015. Every job includes a free on-site estimate, permit handling, and a final walkthrough before we leave the site.
Small hairline cracks in older concrete are normal, but cracks wider than a quarter-inch - roughly the width of a pencil - or sections that have heaved or sunk are signs the slab has failed structurally. In the Yuma area, caliche soil movement and heat cycling accelerate this kind of damage, and patching rarely holds long-term.
If water sits close to your house after Somerton's monsoon rains rather than draining away, that is a drainage problem a properly graded concrete patio can help solve. Left unaddressed, water pooling against your foundation can eventually cause structural issues far more expensive to fix than a new patio.
If the top layer of an older patio is flaking off in chunks or edges have broken away into tripping hazards, it is both an eyesore and a safety issue. Intense UV exposure in Somerton speeds up this kind of surface deterioration - especially on patios that were never sealed or were poured with a weak mix.
If your backyard is bare dirt or gravel and you avoid it because there is nowhere comfortable to sit or stand, a concrete patio gives you the stable base you need for shade structures, furniture, and outdoor cooking - the things that make Somerton's cooler months genuinely enjoyable outside.
We handle everything from site prep to final walkthrough. That means excavation of the area, caliche removal where needed, installation of the compacted gravel base, forming, pouring and finishing the concrete, cutting control joints, and site cleanup. A standard brushed texture finish is the most popular choice - it provides grip underfoot, drains well, and holds up through years of desert heat. We also offer stamped and colored finishes for homeowners who want a more decorative look, and lighter-colored finishes stay noticeably cooler underfoot on a July afternoon. All exterior concrete patios benefit from UV-resistant sealing, and we can include a first seal coat as part of the job.
Patios can be designed around a range of uses - from a simple level surface for a table and chairs to a full outdoor living layout with anchor points for a ramada or shade structure. If your outdoor space also includes a pool, our concrete pool decks service handles the surround in a finish that complements the patio and handles wet foot traffic safely.
The most durable and affordable finish - grip-friendly, low-maintenance, and well-suited for furniture, grills, and everyday foot traffic in the desert heat.
For homeowners who want a decorative look - patterns that mimic stone or brick, plus color options that stay cooler underfoot than dark surfaces in direct sun.
Built with embedded anchor points for pergolas, ramadas, or shade sails - so your shade structure has a stable, engineered base from day one.
Full tear-out of a failed slab, proper caliche excavation, and a fresh pour on a correctly prepared base - because partial repairs rarely hold in this soil.
Somerton is ranked among the sunniest cities in the country, receiving over 300 sunny days a year. That UV exposure, combined with summer highs that regularly top 110 degrees Fahrenheit, means outdoor concrete surfaces age faster here than in cooler climates. A patio poured in the heat of the day without the right mix and timing can develop surface cracking within the first season. We schedule pours for early morning in warm months, use mixes suited to extreme heat, and apply UV-resistant sealers to protect the finished surface. We serve homeowners throughout Somerton and surrounding communities in the Yuma Valley.
The other factor unique to this area is caliche - a naturally hard, chalky soil layer common across the Yuma region. Digging through caliche takes more time and sometimes specialized equipment, and it drains poorly, so drainage planning during excavation matters a great deal here. We factor caliche into every estimate and every base preparation plan, because a patio built on top of poorly managed caliche will settle unevenly within a few years. Homeowners across Yuma face the same soil conditions, and we serve that area as well.
Tell us roughly what you are looking for - size, location in the yard, any finish preferences. We respond within 1 business day and schedule a free on-site visit. Most estimates take 20 to 45 minutes, and the visit is the right time to ask everything you want to know.
We look at the ground conditions, check for caliche depth, confirm whether a permit is required for your project, and give you a written estimate covering excavation, base prep, permit, pour, finishing, and cleanup. If the soil has complications, we explain what that means for cost before you commit.
We handle the permit application on your behalf. Permanent patio structures in Somerton typically require a building permit, and processing usually adds one to two weeks before work can start. Once cleared, we confirm a start date and schedule the pour for favorable conditions.
The crew excavates the area, installs the gravel base, sets forms, then pours and finishes the concrete. We cut control joints before the slab sets. Once done, we clean up, remove all forms and materials, and walk you through curing timelines and care instructions before leaving.
We respond within 1 business day. No obligation - just an on-site look and a written quote. After you submit, someone from our office will call to schedule your free estimate visit.
(928) 655-8943We are licensed with the Arizona Registrar of Contractors and carry full liability and workers compensation insurance. You can verify our credentials at roc.az.gov before you hire us - and you should, for any contractor you are considering.
We have been excavating in Somerton and Yuma County since 2015 and know what to expect from the soil here. Our base preparation process accounts for caliche depth, drainage, and the soil moisture fluctuations from surrounding irrigated farmland - the factors that determine whether your patio holds up or cracks within a few years.
Permanent patio structures in Somerton typically require a building permit, and we handle the application as a standard part of every qualifying job. A permitted patio is an asset when you sell your home - an unpermitted one can become a headache during escrow.concrete.org.
Your quote spells out exactly what is included - excavation, caliche removal if needed, gravel base, permit, pour, control joints, finishing, and cleanup. If something unexpected comes up once digging starts, you hear about it before we proceed, not after.
Local licensing, proper soil preparation, permit handling, and straight pricing - that is what we bring to every patio project in Somerton. We have been doing it this way since 2015, and the results speak for themselves in backyards across the Yuma Valley.
Upgrade the look of your outdoor surface with patterns and color applied during the same pour - the appearance of stone or brick at a fraction of the cost.
Learn MoreAdd a slip-resistant, UV-sealed concrete surround to your pool that pairs cleanly with your patio and handles wet foot traffic in desert conditions.
Learn MoreFall and winter are the best months to pour in the Yuma area - and slots fill up. Call now or submit a request and we will respond within 1 business day.