How Much Does Sidewalk or Patio Repair Cost in 2025?

Sidewalk and Patio Repair Cost Factors

There are a number of cost factors that will ultimately determine the final price of repairing a sidewalk or patio. The main factors to consider are the materials used, the type of damage being repaired, and the repair method itself.

Material

Outside of the size of the sidewalk or patio, the largest repair cost factor is the type of material used. The table below explores common materials used for sidewalks and patios and the average cost to repair them

Concrete

Repairs for a concrete patio cost about $5 to $11 per square foot or about $500 to $1,100 for a 100-square-foot section when work is minimal. That’s slightly less than the cost of a concrete sidewalk, newly installed. Repair work can range from fixing cracks and holes as well as completely resurfacing and sealing.

More serious problems, like sunken or cracked cement or concrete completely in need of replacing, can cost up to $20 per square foot or $2,000 for a 100-square-foot project.

Stamped Concrete

A new stamped concrete patio costs up to $2,800. Repair work is also expensive, from $6 to $20 per square foot. For a 2-foot-by-50-foot walkway or 10-foot-by-10-foot patio, that’s roughly $600 to $2,000 for stamped concrete repairs.

Due to the craftsmanship of stamped concrete, you'll want to hire a patio repair pro who specializes in stamped, stained, and polished concrete for any repairs. Actual repair costs will vary greatly depending on your location and the type of stamp or stain used.

Asphalt

Asphalt patios and sidewalks are among the most budget-friendly types to repair. Expect to pay between $5 and $8 per square foot in asphalt patio repair costs. If the contractor only needs to do a simple patch job, the cost could be lower.

Brick

Brick patio and sidewalk repair costs tend to be higher, roughly $1,100 to $1,400 for a 100-square-foot project. The contractor will factor mortar and brick prices into their overall estimate. Brick also requires more specialized skills, typically from a stone and brick mason, who will charge $70 to $110 per hour. 

Stone

Repairing a stone sidewalk or patio costs between $14 and $17 per square foot. Like brick, stone walkways and patios are more aesthetically pleasing than basic concrete or asphalt, but they are much costlier to repair. Typical repair work includes installing replacement stones and mortar to address cracks and gaps. 

Tile

While a front sidewalk will not be made of tile, it’s an elegant choice for a private walkway and patio. Tile patio repair costs range from $400 to $2,000 for a 100-square-foot area.

Typically, contractors will need to replace the grout, which can crumble over time. Tiles can also be chipped and cracked, meaning the contractor may need to replace complete tiles.

Paver

Pavers (also called paving stones) are made of multiple materials, including stone, brick, and concrete. This makes them more expensive than some other materials; the average paver patio installation cost is $18 per square foot, and repair work can range from $7 to $30 per square foot.

Type of Damage

Over time, sidewalks and patios are susceptible to damage. The type of damage can run the gamut, but the most common types that lead to patio and sidewalk repair work include sinking, crumbling, and cracks.

The table below shows the average sidewalk and patio repair cost for each problem by square foot. 

Sinking

If a portion of your sidewalk or walkway is sinking, you’ll pay between $3 and $25 per square foot for repairs. Because the issue is often the soil underneath the walkway, contractors will typically need to coat the surface with sand and cement to raise the overall height of the walkway. Mudjacking may be necessary.

A sinking patio is likely more costly to fix. With a sidewalk, you may only need to work on a portion, but for a patio, you might need to repair the entire foundation. Repairing a sunken 100-square-foot patio could cost anywhere from $300 to $2,500.

Crumbling

Repairing a crumbling walkway or patio ranges on average from $5 to $25 per square foot. Workers will typically remove all the crumbled debris and pour concrete into the foundation, then rebuild that portion of the patio or walkway with your preferred material.

If you notice an area of your patio or sidewalk is crumbling, it’s important to call a contractor right away. The crumbling will only continue to worsen as rainwater enters into any cracks, and it can pose a safety hazard to your family, guests, and pedestrians.

Sometimes, crumbling is due to severe erosion or aggressive tree roots beneath the surface. In these cases, your costs may go up.

Cracks

Simple cracks in a sidewalk and patio are inexpensive to fix, especially on concrete surfaces. The cost ranges from $8 to $11 per square foot for a professional, but mild cracks are an easy DIY fix.

Repairing cracks is important as most patchwork will also prevent continued cracking. If left untreated, cracks will continue to grow and spread.

Repair Task

The type of repair work needed can ultimately affect the overall price you’ll pay to fix your patio or sidewalk. In the table below, we look at four common patio and sidewalk repair costs per square foot.

Mudjacking

Mudjacking is the standard process that contractors use to raise sunken concrete. Contractors typically charge $3 to $8 per square foot for mudjacking, though the price is more often on the low end. The cost of mudjacking reaches the high end when slabjacking (raising solid concrete slabs) is involved.

Resurfacing

Resurfacing a sidewalk or patio can cost as low as $3 per square foot, especially when the surface is basic concrete. Materials like stone and stamped concrete may also need to be resurfaced over time, and the cost of resurfacing those materials may fall closer to $10 per square foot.

Sealing

Sealing a sidewalk or patio costs from $1.35 to $2.50 per square foot. This is a cost-effective task that can protect the patio or sidewalk from water damage, UV rays, road salt, and de-icer. When you seal pavers or stone walkways, you can even protect their colors. Sealing is important for prolonging the life of your sidewalk or patio surface and can prevent cracks from growing.

Replacement

If you need to replace a portion of your sidewalk or patio, the total cost will include the price of new materials, the labor, and potentially the disposal of old materials. Depending on the material used (from inexpensive concrete to more costly flagstone or bluestone pavers), you can expect to pay $5 to $35 per square foot for replacement work or $500 to $3,500 for a 100-square-foot project.

Hauling away old materials generally costs $1.50 to $2 per square foot. Alternatively, you can rent a dumpster for about $400 if your contractor did not include this in their scope of work.

Additional Cost Factors

A number of other factors can impact your overall sidewalk or patio repair cost, in addition to the material used, problem and solution, and size of the job. Factor in the following additional costs when calculating your budget:

Labor

Labor costs for patios and walkways average $35 per hour for general concrete paving contractors, but if you are designing a brick or stone patio or sidewalk, expect to pay higher masonry labor costs of $70 to $110 per hour.

Permits and Inspection

Permits are not generally needed for minor patio repairs, but you might need a permit or an inspection for a larger project. Contact your local building department for details, or ask your contractor if they will handle that. Construction permit costs can range from $150 to $2,000, depending on the scope of the project.

If you need to repair your front sidewalk, working hand-in-hand with the city government is a good idea. They may cover part of the cost, and if the damage was due to their own construction, they might be on the hook for the entire bill.

Enhancements

In general, stamped concrete costs more to install and repair than regular concrete. If you are hoping to enhance your patio space with higher-quality, more attractive materials like brick, flagstone, or bluestone, expect to spend more per square foot.

Landscaping

If your walkway or patio repairs will involve any changes to the landscaping, such as the removal of a tree or planting a new garden, factor landscaping costs into your overall budget. For example, the average cost to remove a tree is $750.

Patio Roofs or Enclosures

Patio enclosure costs are usually about four or five times that of the patio base. Repairs largely depend heavily on the type of enclosure, siding, and roofing materials of your patio. Generally, roof repairs cost about $1,000. Siding repair costs run an average of $800.

Patio Repair vs. Replacement

How do you know whether to repair or replace your patio? The first thing to ask yourself is the age of your patio—if it’s more than 20 years old, it might make the most sense to simply replace it, even if you’re dealing with a minor issue. This is because aging patios tend to break down more easily, meaning you’ll end up paying for multiple repair costs over the coming years rather than the single investment of replacing the patio.

If you’re dealing with severe damage, it might make more sense to replace the patio than repair it. This includes very large cracks or major structural issues. 

It costs $1,599 on average to repair a patio, far less than the average replacement cost of $4,000 or more. 

Budgeting for Sidewalk or Patio Repair Costs

Sidewalk and patio repair costs can add up quickly—here are a few ways to make this project less expensive:

• Prioritize regular maintenance such as resealing, cleaning, and patching small holes to prevent larger issues.

• Fix small holes and cracks as soon as you notice them—they can become large and expensive to fix quite quickly.

• If you’re repairing a public sidewalk in front of your home, see if your municipality might cover any part of the cost.

• Schedule patio repair in the less busy seasons for reduced labor rates—fall and early winter tend to be less expensive.

• If you have the skills, consider doing small repair tasks like concrete sealing yourself.

How HomeAdvisor Gets Its Cost Data

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