Deck Expansion With New Paver Patio and Driveway
- 420 sq. ft. low-maintenance elevated composite deck
- 728 sq. ft paver patio with reinforced hot tub pad
- 1,050 sq. ft. code-compliant paver driveway
Location: Pebble Beach Ct, The Colony, TX
Price: $139,336
Part One: Initial Consultation
Mike and Kim had a backyard with real potential: a second-story view of the golf course, room for a proper patio below.
What they had instead was an unsafe deck, a lower yard that flooded every time it rained, and a cracked driveway that greeted them every single day.
They came to MCM Outdoor Living with a clear vision: to turn their old backyard and driveway into a true outdoor retreat with a second-story deck, a private hot tub space, and a shaded lower patio they could enjoy year-round.
Before we drew a single plan, our team walked the property to understand exactly what we were working with.
What we found during the initial site review...
Unsafe deck
A brick column supported the deck, but it had no structural attachment. It was a safety hazard waiting to happen.
No drainage
The backyard had no drainage lines. Every heavy rain sent water flooding across the patio.
Crumbling retaining wall
Severe cracking in the retaining wall required structural intervention before building a new patio.
Cracked driveway
The existing driveway was heavily cracked, uneven, and well past the point of repair.
Part Two: The Design, Planning, Permitting
Before a single shovel hit the ground, this major project was fully mapped out. Every material, every measurement, and every structural requirement were accounted for up front. MCM managed the HOA submittal, city permit applications, and the required engineering review and stamp for the elevated deck structure.
Deck Scope Plan
This is the heart of the project: a 420 sq. ft. second-story deck rebuilt and finished with composite Trex boards that never need staining or sealing. Underneath, a fully finished ceiling with lights, a fan, and a weatherproof outlet turns the lower space into a functional outdoor room.
Deck Railing Plan
A clean black railing that keeps the deck safe without blocking the view. Code-compliant, low-maintenance, and designed to disappear into the background so the golf course stays front and center.
Paver Patio Plan
728 sq. ft. of travertine-style pavers in a classic pattern. Plus, a reinforced pad built to hold the full weight of a hot tub without ever shifting or settling.
Driveway Plan
The old cracked driveway gets fully removed and replaced with thick, rebar-reinforced concrete built to handle daily traffic for decades and finished to actually look the part.
Part Three: The Complete Timeline
From the moment Mike and Kim signed on, they never had to wonder what was happening with their project. MCM handled every phase, from design and permits to construction, landscaping, and every last punch list item.
December
Mike and MCM connected virtually to walk through the vision. Initial 3D models and design drafts were delivered within the same month that the deposit was made.
January - February
Materials, colors, and paver styles were locked in. MCM handled the HOA submittal, city permit applications, and a required engineering stamp for the deck.
March
The old deck, unsafe brick post, cracked pavers, and broken fountain were torn out. The city drilled, inspected, and approved the pier holes before framing began.
April
The new deck structure went up, the 70-foot French drain was installed, and the driveway was demolished and prepped. All rough framing and electrical inspections passed on April 29th.
May - July
Sprinkler lines were rerouted around the new patio. A minor under-deck drainage punch list item was identified and fully resolved before any final sign-off.
August
Sod and Zoysia seed were laid, final touch-ups were completed, and we walked the finished project with Mike and Kim on-site. The warranty was officially registered on August 25th.
What Gordon Said About Deck Bros...
Some of the things the homeowner enjoyed are:
- A finished deck that's exactly as he hoped
- Fast, hassle-free process
- Protective site care and safety
- Accountability
- Consistent communication
- Custom solutions (trap door, modified staircase)
See The Transformation Up close
Mike and Kim’s backyard went from a structurally compromised, flood-prone yard to a multi-level outdoor living space built for entertaining, relaxing, and enjoying the golf course view.
Swipe to see the transformation
1. Framing the deck
2. Laying the deck boards
3. Building the paver patio
New deck and paver patio
New paver driveway
Deck Expansion With Paver Patio and Driveway Reconstruction in The Colony, TX
This project included:
- Design, planning, and permitting
- Demolition of the old deck, paver patio, and driveway
- 420 sq. ft. elevated Trex Transcend composite deck
- 728 sq. ft. Belgard Travertino paver patio
- Reinforced 8' x 13' hot tub pad with dedicated 220V electrical run
- Under-deck RainEscape drainage system with finished stained-wood clapboard ceiling
- 3,500 PSI rebar-reinforced driveway concrete repour
- 8 ft. tall cedar louvered privacy shade wall with adjustable slats
- 3 canned lights, 1 ceiling fan, and 1 GFCI outlet
- 70 ft. french drain system connected to roof downspouts
- Zoysia seed and full sprinkler system reroute
Extended Elevated Deck & Trex Railing System
MCM rebuilt the second-story deck from scratch using engineered pressure-treated pine framing and Trex Transcend composite boards finished in Vintage Lantern. The deck stretches all the way to the corner of the home to capture the full golf course view Mike and Kim had always wanted. The under-deck space below is a finished room in its own right, protected from rain by the Trex RainEscape drainage system.
Premium Belgard Travertino Paver Patio
Over 728 sq. ft. of Belgard Travertino pavers in Ivory, installed in a classic 3-piece French Pattern with concrete border locks and beige polymeric sand. The hot tub pad is built to a different standard than the rest of the patio to safely support the full weight of a freestanding spa without settling or shifting over time.
Full Driveway Demolition & Concrete Repour
The cracked, uneven driveway wasn’t just an eyesore. It was structurally failing. MCM demolished the entire slab and repoured 1,050 sq. ft. of 3,500 PSI concrete reinforced with #3 rebar at 18-inch centers, and finished it with a professional brushed texture. The result is a driveway that meets current city code and is engineered to handle daily traffic for decades.
Key Features
This Project Cost $139,336
The core structural construction, from mobilization to final city inspection, took around 6 weeks.
Hi, I'm Cody, the owner of MCM Outdoor Living
This project is everything MCM stands for: thoughtful design, honest work, and a result the homeowners are genuinely proud of.
Mike and Kim now have a low-maintenance deck that captures their full golf course view, a shaded lower patio they can enjoy in any weather, a private hot tub space that feels like a resort, and a driveway that finally looks like it belongs at the house they worked so hard for.
That’s the job. And we’re proud of every bit of it.
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What DFW Homeowners Say After We're Done
Every review below started the same way: a homeowner with a vision and a backyard that wasn’t working. Yet.
Kevin Case
MCM installed a pool/hot tub, outdoor kitchen, and patio cover/deck for us in early 2026. Communication throughout was very good.
Every step of the process and associated costs are laid out in an app, so they are clear and explained well.
Our install wasn’t without some issues here and there, but the issues were resolved quickly and without pushback from MCM.
Good customer service and quality build.
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ella mrazek
The final result of our backyard project exceeded our expectations!
Communication was great throughout the entire process.
We highly recommend this company for any of your outdoor projects, they were so thorough and made sure everything was done the right way ☺️
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Jessica Scharle
MCM Outdoor Living took on a project no one else was willing to do—recessing a swim spa and hot tub into an underground vault.
They patiently worked through permitting challenges, stayed responsive despite weather delays, and never made me feel like my project wasn’t a priority.
Anytime I had a concern, they came back promptly and resolved it without issue.
I couldn’t be happier with the results and highly recommend them for any complex outdoor project.