Durable paver and stone patios built on engineered bases that last.
On the northeast side of San Antonio, Universal City neighborhoods like Forest Crest, Northview, and Olympia Hills sit on thin clay that sits right over bedrock-the same mineral-hard ground that surrounds Randolph AFB. That geology makes a real difference in patio work. A poorly built patio will heave and crack within a year or two as freeze-thaw cycles and that unyielding base layer work against a weak foundation. Paver patios from Corral Bros are engineered to handle it.
We start by excavating and compacting a proper base that accounts for Universal City's drainage patterns and that clay-over-bedrock reality. The right stone, the right sand, the right edge restraint, and proper slope all work together. It's not complicated, but it has to be done right, and most crews in this area cut corners on the base layer because it's the work nobody sees.
Your patio becomes a real outdoor living space-a place to sit, to cook, to gather on a Texas evening. We handle the whole thing, from design through final installation, and we keep the process straightforward. Call us for a free on-site estimate, usually scheduled within 48 hours.
We're a local, family-built company that treats your Universal City property like our own — tidy crews, clear pricing, and paver patios that holds up to Bexar County conditions. Available as a one-time project or part of an ongoing plan.
Paver patio cost depends on the square footage, the paver or stone you choose, site prep, and any walls, steps or drainage. A simple patio is far more affordable than a large multi-level space. Corral Bros designs to your budget and gives a clear, itemized quote.
Pavers often outperform a poured slab over Central Texas expansive clay because individual units flex with soil movement and can be lifted and reset, while a slab is prone to cracking. Pavers also offer more design options and easier repairs.
Concrete cracks as clay expands and contracts with moisture and temperature swings. Individual pavers can shift slightly without failing, and the polymeric sand between them lets the system move with the ground. That flexibility is essential here near Randolph where the clay is aggressive. Corral Bros designs every patio with that local reality in mind.
Cost depends on size, stone choice (flagstone and travertine run higher than standard pavers), and site conditions-your specific clay layer and slope matter. We provide a free on-site estimate so you see exactly what your project costs with no obligation. Call us at (737) 404-9343 to schedule.
A typical residential patio in Forest Crest or Northview takes three to five days once excavation is complete. The base work-getting the grade and compaction right in that clay-takes the most time. We coordinate the whole timeline during your estimate visit so you know what to expect.
Yes, when it's designed correctly. We slope the patio slightly for surface drainage and use polymeric sand that lets water pass through to a proper base layer. In clay-heavy areas like Universal City, this drainage awareness prevents standing water and ice formation that would damage pavers.
Standard concrete pavers are durable and affordable. Flagstone and travertine offer a more finished look and handle freeze-thaw cycles well. Travertine stays cooler underfoot in summer. During your free estimate, we walk through material options and show samples so you choose what fits your home and budget.
We excavate what's needed and work with the bedrock as a solid base-actually an advantage because it won't settle. If bedrock sits close to the surface, we adjust depth and approach accordingly. That's why an on-site visit matters; we see your specific ground conditions and build the patio to last.
Free, no-pressure estimate from a local crew. Call (737) 404-9343 or request a quote online.
