Concrete Services: Patios, Walkways, Steps & More by JWE Remodeling

Covered Concrete Patio Construction in Dover, PA 17315

rjd1016 — Tue, 11 Jun 2019 22:34:22 +0000

This home in Dover, PA 17315 had an old damaged wooden patio in the backyard which we demolished and replaced with a simple and functional poured slab concrete patio. We then constructed a large and high wooden roofing enclosure to cover the patio and provide shelter from the weather. The flat rubber roof covering the patio extended around the entire back side of the house.
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Covered Concrete Patio Construction with Flat Roof in Dover PA 17315 by JWE Remodeling & Roofing

Dover PA Patio Construction: Project Design & Planning

We were hired for our deck and patio construction services by this homeowner in Dover, PA 17315 (York County) who was seeking a reliable local home improvement contractor. She wanted to renovate and renew the functionality and appearance of her back yard. Her existing ground-level wood plank patio was warped and rotten and failing and needed to be replaced. We discussed options for her that worked well with how often she used the backyard. She said that she regularly had grandkids and friends over to swim in the pool, and needed a covered, enclosed patio area for entertaining guests out of the weather.

Constructing the Concrete Patio and Building the Roof Cover

A poured concrete patio was her choice of the options we presented. Poured concrete is a cost-effective way to construct a solid backyard patio that will last a long time. Covering this Dover PA patio would be a simple process of constructing a wooden flat-roof system with as few footings as possible while still being up to code. After securing the appropriate building permits we were ready to get started demolishing the old deck, digging the foundation for the poured concrete patio, installing the forms, etc.

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Concrete poured. Next step: building the Roof Cover for this Dover PA 17315 Patio Construction Project by JWE Remodeling & Roofing

Work started by demolishing the existing wood-plank patio and then digging out the foundation of the new concrete patio 8" deep. We then installed the forms and laid down 4" of aggregate base (crushed stone). Finally we were ready to have 3500psi reinforced concrete delivered. We poured and finished the concrete (pictured below) and then let it set before constructing the roof to complete this covered concrete patio. The patio extends across the entire back side of the house. It spans the back stairs and the garage entry door. Check out the pictures below to see the finished result of this simple, functional backyard patio project. Feel free to drop a note in the comments to let us know what you think!

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Photo Gallery: Covered Concrete Patio Construction in Dover, PA 17315

After letting the new poured concrete patio set up we then installed the footers (posts) for the large wooden enclosure that covers the patio. The flat roof provides shelter from the elements and it was really important to this Dover PA 17315 homeowner. She wanted to be able to entertain her grandchildren and friends no matter the weather. The covered patio extends past the main section to a 4" wide walkway in front of the back of the house, and it also extends to the other side in front of the garage door. This way the patio covered the whole length of the backyard. Check out the photos below, and drop a comment at the bottom to let us know what you think!

Building the roof: covered concrete patio construction in Dover PA

A view from the new patio overlooking the backyard pool in Dover.

The main section of this Dover PA 17315 covered conrete patio

The main section of this Dover PA 17315 covered concrete patio.

Underneath the roof of this covered concrete patio in Dover PA 17315.

Off to the left, covered concrete walkway extends from the main patio.

Plenty of head room (8 feet) under this covered concrete patio in Dover PA.

To the left of the main patio: a covered walkway extension for more space.

The covered extension of the main patio provides more seating space.

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Concrete Sidewalk & Steps in Chambersburg PA 17201

rjd1016 — Thu, 09 May 2019 23:34:37 +0000

JWE was hired to provide concrete pouring services at this Chambersburg PA home. After demolishing the old damaged sidewalks we formed, poured and finished a new concrete sidewalk, walkway and set of steps.

Concrete Sidewalk & Steps Construction Services by JWE Remodeling in Chambersburg PA 17015

Concrete Excavation & Demolition: Digging Up and Removing the Old Damaged Sidewalk, Walkway and Steps

The old damaged concrete sidewalk in the front of this Chambersburg PA home was drawing negative attention from the neighbors and even the town. Cracks and humps in concrete sidewalks are dangerous, and homeowners know that it is their responsibility to maintain their sidewalks and walkways pursuant to most Pennsylvania towns' "Common Sense" legislation: publicly-used walkways and sidewalks in front of a home must be safe. So JWE Remodeling & Roofing was hired to excavate the old concrete and construct new sidewalks, walkways and a set of steps leading up to the front porch of this home.

Before any work began we secured a permit from the town of Chambersburg, PA 17201, and before we broke ground on the excavation and demolition of the existing sidewalk, walkway and steps we used the PA One-Call service to ensure that we were safely digging away from any utilities. Safety is important, and JWE makes sure to follow all regulations, code and best practices.

Below are some pictures of the excavation and demolition.

Damaged Concrete Sidewalk before Excavation and Demoliton by JWE in Chambersburg PA 17201

Concrete Sidewalk Excavation and Demolition in Chambersburg PA 17201

Concrete Forming & Stone Base: Frame for New Sidewalk, Walkway & Steps Formed and Stone Base Spread

After the old damaged concrete was all excavated down to a depth of 4 inches we installed 2"x4" boards around the perimeter of the new sidewalks, walkway and steps. This process of concrete construction is called "forming", and as with all of JWE's Pennsylvania home improvement services this was done with care and attention to detail: we made sure the new concrete was formed straight and level and with a slope to handle water runoff.

With the forming complete we then laid down 4 inches of stone aggregate as a base for the concrete. We noticed there was previously no stone base under the old sidewalk, and that definitely caused extreme settling and shifting which led to cracks and breaks.

Safety is important to us, so when the day was done we fenced the perimeter of this Chambersburg PA job site and taped it off with caution tape.

Now that day one was done (we executed the concrete excavation, forming, and stone base in one day, which was great because this customer needed this job done as quickly as possible) we were ready for concrete pouring and finishing the next day. Check out the photos of the forming and stone base laying below.

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Concrete Pouring and Finishing: New Sidewalks, Walkways and Steps Poured and Finished in front of this home in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania 17201

On day two we were ready to pour the concrete into the forms we prepared and installed the day before. A local Chambersburg PA concrete supplier delivered the 3500psi reinforced concrete and the JWE team began the crucial process of pouring and finishing it to perfection. Check out the photos below to see the concrete finishing process and the finished sidewalk, walkways and steps. If you are looking for a local Pennsylvania home improvement contractor to help with any of your construction service needs you can contact JWE using the form at the end of this page. Thanks for stopping by!

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