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- 39 N Pine Ave Albany, NY 12203
- www.dqrenovations.com
Custom paver patio installation, natural stone and stamped concrete patios, walkways, fire pits and retaining walls – designed and built to turn your backyard into a space you’ll love for years.
Skilled Patio Builders
Precision in Every Project
Premium Materials
Built for Lasting Performance
Quality Craftsmanship
Elegant, Durable Finishes
Residential & Commercial
Serving the Capital Region
A great patio is the heart of your backyard – a place to relax, cook, and gather with family and friends. But a patio is only as good as the base underneath it. In Albany, freeze-thaw winters and heavy rain can make a poorly built patio sink, shift and crack within a few years.
DQ Renovations is a full-service patio builder and patio contractor serving homeowners across the Capital Region. We specialize in paver patio installation, natural stone and stamped concrete patios – and we get the base prep right so your patio stays flat, level and beautiful for decades.
From a simple paver patio to a full outdoor living space, our crew designs and builds it all.
Durable, low-maintenance paver patios in endless colors, patterns and borders – the most popular choice for Albany backyards.
Bluestone, flagstone and natural stone patios that add timeless, high-end beauty and lasting value to your home.
Stamped concrete that mimics stone, brick or slate at a budget-friendly price – a smooth, seamless patio surface.
Raised and multi-level patios that work with sloped yards and create distinct zones for dining, lounging and entertaining.
Paver and stone walkways and steps that connect your outdoor spaces with clean lines and safe, even footing.
Block and stone retaining walls that control slopes and erosion, plus built-in seating walls that add usable space.
Custom fire pits and outdoor fireplaces that make your patio a cozy gathering spot well into the cooler months.
Built-in grills, counters and bars that turn your patio into a true outdoor kitchen made for entertaining.
Slip-resistant pool patios and paver surrounds that tie your pool area together and stand up to splashes and sun.
We build every patio on a base done right – so it stays flat, level and beautiful for the long run.
Fully licensed and insured, so your home and your project are protected from the first cut to the final paver.
Proper excavation, compaction and edge restraints keep your pavers from sinking, shifting or heaving over time.
We grade and slope every patio so water runs away from your home – no puddles, no washout, no ice traps.
We design around your yard, your style and how you’ll actually use the space – not a copy-paste layout.
Clear written quotes with material options and no hidden fees, so you know exactly what you’re paying for.
We know Capital Region yards, soil and weather – real local accountability and clean, respectful crews.
From first design idea to the final walkthrough, we make building your patio clear and stress-free.
We visit your home, talk through your goals and take measurements.
You get a custom layout, material options and a clear written quote.
We dig, grade, add gravel base and compact it for a rock-solid foundation.
We lay the pavers or stone, lock the edges and finish with joint sand.
We clean up, inspect every detail and walk the finished patio with you.
Real feedback from real patio projects across the Capital Region.
★★★★★
“DQ built us a gorgeous paver patio with a fire pit and we use it every weekend. They showed us a design first, prepped the base properly, and the whole thing is rock solid. Best patio builder in Albany.”
★★★★★
“We went with a bluestone patio and seating wall. The craftsmanship is incredible and the crew was clean and respectful the whole time. Fair price and finished right on schedule.”
★★★★★
“They helped us compare pavers and stamped concrete without any pressure and built exactly what we wanted around our pool. Two years later it still looks brand new – no shifting at all.”
Both are great — it comes down to look, budget and maintenance. Pavers offer more colors and patterns and can be repaired in sections if one ever cracks. Stamped concrete gives a smooth, seamless surface for less on large areas but needs resealing over time. We'll walk you through both honestly and help you pick the right fit.
Not when the base is built right — and that's where we focus. We excavate to the proper depth, add and compact a gravel base, plan for drainage and lock the edges with restraints. Done this way, your pavers stay flat and stable for decades, even through Albany's freeze-thaw winters.
Most standard patios take about a few days to a week, depending on size, material and features like walls or fire pits. Larger or multi-level projects take longer. We'll give you a clear timeline for your specific patio before we start.
Very little. Pavers don't need staining or sealing to stay strong. The occasional sweep, rinse and refresh of joint sand keeps them looking great. If a single paver is ever damaged, we can lift and replace just that one — no need to redo the whole patio.
Yes. A well-built patio is one of the best outdoor upgrades you can make - it boosts curb appeal, adds usable living space and is a top feature buyers look for in the Capital Region. Quality hardscaping holds its look and value for years.
