
Hardscape contractor in Cornelius, NC.
Paver patios, outdoor kitchens and lakefront hardscapes for Cornelius and the Lake Norman waterfront.
Built for Cornelius homes — not a generic template.
Cornelius sits right on Lake Norman — which means a lot of waterfront lots, sloped yards and homes that want to make the most of the view. We design patios, kitchens and fire features that frame the water and walls that hold up to lakeside grade.
- Lakefront patios and pool decks built for waterfront use
- Retaining walls engineered for sloped lots and lake grades
- Outdoor kitchens with full gas, water and stainless cabinetry
Engineered for Mecklenburg's soil, permits and weather.
Most hardscape failures around Cornelius come down to base prep and drainage — not the pavers. Here's what we engineer around on every job in Mecklenburg County.
Red clay base, built deeper
Cornelius sits on expansive Piedmont red clay that swells and shrinks. We compact 6–8" of ABC stone over geotextile fabric so patios and walkways don't heave or settle.
Permits & HOA review handled
Retaining walls over 30" need an engineered permit in Mecklenburg County, and most Cornelius-area HOAs require design review. We prepare and submit the full package.
Drainage for 43" of rain
The Charlotte metro averages ~43" of rain a year. We grade every Cornelius job and route French drains and downspouts away from the foundation before laying a single paver.

ICPI & NCMA methods
Installed to paver (ICPI) and segmental-wall (NCMA) industry standards, with a written workmanship warranty on every Cornelius project.
Everything we build — right here in Cornelius.

Paver Patios & Walkways
Durable paver, stone and concrete patios with patterns, borders, steps and seating walls that connect your home to the outdoors.

Retaining & Seat Walls
Engineered retaining walls, seat walls and terraces that reclaim usable yard, manage grade and add architectural structure.

Outdoor Kitchens & Grilling
Custom outdoor kitchens with stone veneer, granite counters, built-in grills, bars and entertaining layouts.

Fire Pits & Fireplaces
Wood-burning and gas fire pits, fireplaces and gathering spaces that make your patio a year-round destination.

Paver, Stone & Concrete Driveways
Driveways, aprons, borders and curbs built to last — designed to lift the curb appeal of the entire property.

Drainage & Water Management
French drains, grading, downspout routing and waterproofing that protect your home and hardscape from water damage.
Full masonry & landscape scope we deliver in Cornelius.
- Concrete Driveways
- Gravel Driveways
- Paver Driveways
- Sidewalks & Curbs
- Concrete Repairs
- Foundations
- Paver Patios
- Walkways & Pathways
- Retaining Walls
- Steps & Stoops
- Step Repair
- Stone Veneers
- Cultured Stone
- Decorative Stone
- Outdoor Kitchens
- Fire Pits
- Poolscapes
- Ponds & Waterfalls
- Landscape Design
- Drainage / Waterproofing
Real projects in Cornelius, Mecklenburg County.
Patios, walls, kitchens, fire features, driveways and drainage we've built in and around Cornelius.






Simple. Transparent. No surprises.
From first call to final walkthrough — here's how a Cornelius project goes.
Tell us about your Cornelius project
Call or send the form with size, photos and what you want to create. We'll take it from there.
Free on-site visit in Cornelius
We come measure the space and walk through materials and design options. No obligation, ever.
Honest written estimate
A line-itemed proposal within one business day. No hidden fees, no vague ranges, no pressure.
We build it right
One crew from excavation to final cleanup — permits, drainage and base done properly.
What homeowners across Mecklenburg say.
"They completely transformed our property — the paver patio, retaining walls and outdoor kitchen all look incredible. Far exceeded our expectations."
"Full backyard overhaul — patio, wall, fire pit and a drainage fix. They handled the permit and HOA submittal and finished two days early."
"By far the best paving company in the area. New stone driveway and walkway done in days. Already recommended them to four neighbors."
Building a patio, wall or outdoor kitchen in Cornelius?
Local Mecklenburg County crew. Free on-site estimate, written line-itemed quote within one business day.
- 1-business-day reply
- Bonded & insured
- No-pressure quote
Licensed, bonded & insured
Permits, HOA submittals and engineered drawings handled in Mecklenburg County.
Local crew, local references
Real references from Cornelius-area homeowners — ask and we'll send a few.
Warranty-backed work
Lifetime structural warranty on walls built to spec, plus a multi-year workmanship warranty.
Cornelius homeowners ask
The questions we hear most often from Cornelius homeowners getting an estimate.
Quoting a project in Cornelius?
Tell us about the space. We'll come out, measure, and send back an honest line-itemed estimate within one business day.
- 1-business-day written reply
- Licensed, bonded & insured
- Cornelius, NC — Mecklenburg County