Hardscape Built to Look Clean, Drain Properly, and Last.
Family-owned since 1985, Pacheco Landscape & Pool Construction builds patios, pool decks, walkways, retaining walls, steps, concrete, grading, drainage, and structural hardscape projects throughout Contra Costa County and the East Bay.
Hardscape Is the Foundation of a Backyard That Works.
Patios, pool decks, walkways, retaining walls, steps, concrete, drainage, and grading all affect how a backyard looks, feels, drains, and performs over time.
Built With the Whole Property in Mind
Good hardscape is not just about picking a material and pouring concrete or setting stone. It requires planning the layout, elevations, drainage, access, transitions, soil conditions, utilities, and how each area connects to the rest of the yard.
We build hardscape as part of a complete outdoor construction system, especially when it connects to pools, remodels, outdoor kitchens, retaining walls, drainage, and landscape work.
We Are Not the Cheapest — And That Is Okay.
Hardscape can fail when the preparation is rushed, drainage is ignored, or the work is treated like simple surface decoration.
Our focus is proper preparation, clean layout, quality materials, drainage, durability, and work we are proud to put our name on.
If you value quality over shortcuts, we would appreciate the opportunity to earn your trust.
Patios, Pool Decks, Walkways, Retaining Walls, Concrete, Steps, and Site Work.
Whether your hardscape project is part of a new pool, a pool remodel, an outdoor living space, or a stand-alone backyard improvement, the work needs to be built correctly from the ground up.
Patios & Pool Decks
Patios, pool decks, seating areas, and outdoor surfaces built with proper layout, drainage, transitions, and long-term use in mind.
Walkways & Steps
Walkways, steps, landings, garden paths, side-yard access, and transitions that connect the home, pool, yard, and outdoor living areas.
Concrete & Decorative Concrete
Concrete flatwork, broom finish concrete, decorative concrete, pool decks, patios, pads, and structural outdoor surfaces.
Retaining Walls
Retaining walls, seat walls, grade transitions, hillside support, and wall systems built with drainage and site conditions in mind.
Grading & Drainage
Proper grading, slope, drainage systems, surface water control, and site preparation help protect the finished hardscape.
Complete Backyard Construction
Hardscape coordinated with pools, spas, outdoor kitchens, fire features, pool houses, ADUs, landscaping, and drainage.
The Parts You Do Not See Are What Make Hardscape Last.
The finished surface matters, but the base preparation, compaction, drainage, reinforcement, slope, expansion planning, soil conditions, and construction sequencing are what determine how the project performs over time.
When hardscape is not built correctly, problems can show up later as cracking, settling, drainage issues, uneven surfaces, heaving, trip hazards, or water moving toward areas where it should not go.
Our reputation is built one backyard at a time, and that means we take the preparation seriously.
Outdoor Surfaces Built for Daily Use, Water, Weather, and Movement.
Patios and pool decks see constant use. They need to be comfortable, durable, properly sloped, and connected cleanly to the home, pool, side yards, steps, landscaping, and outdoor living areas.
Hardscape Surface Options
- Concrete patios and pool decks
- Decorative concrete finishes
- Walkways and side-yard access paths
- Outdoor kitchen and BBQ island pads
- Fire pit and seating areas
- Steps, landings, and transitions
- Pool coping and deck coordination
- Drainage-aware layout and slopes
Built for the Way Water Moves
Hardscape around pools and homes must be planned with water movement in mind. Drainage, slope, area drains, channel drains, soil conditions, and finished elevations all matter.
A beautiful patio that drains poorly can create long-term problems. We plan the construction details so the space looks good and functions properly.
Walls Should Be Built for More Than Appearance.
Retaining walls, seat walls, and grade transitions can help make a yard more usable, but they need to be built with drainage, soil pressure, wall height, engineering requirements, and long-term performance in mind.
Retaining Walls
Walls that help manage slopes, grade changes, outdoor living spaces, pool areas, patios, and usable backyard elevations.
Seat Walls & Garden Walls
Lower walls that define outdoor rooms, create seating, frame patios, support planting areas, or improve layout.
Drainage Behind Walls
Drainage behind and around walls is critical. Poor drainage can create pressure, movement, staining, and long-term failure.
Hardscape Projects Need Real Construction Planning.
A clean finished project starts with understanding the property. Access, soil, water, slope, utilities, existing concrete, retaining conditions, pool elevations, and city requirements can all affect the final scope.
Important Hardscape Considerations
- Drainage and slope away from structures
- Base preparation and compaction
- Concrete thickness, reinforcement, and control joints
- Expansion planning around pools, walls, and structures
- Existing soil conditions and expansive clay soils
- Retaining walls, grade changes, and structural requirements
- Construction access for equipment and materials
- Coordination with pools, outdoor kitchens, lighting, and landscape areas
One Contractor. One Team. One Standard.
Hardscape often touches nearly every part of the backyard: the pool, patio, drainage, walls, steps, outdoor kitchen, fire feature, planting areas, lighting, and access paths.
Having one experienced contractor coordinate the entire outdoor project helps create a cleaner process and a better finished result.
Clear Planning, Proper Preparation, and Clean Execution.
Hardscape construction should not feel random. A clear process helps define the scope, identify site conditions, plan drainage, coordinate materials, and build the project correctly.
Conversation
We discuss your goals, project type, budget expectations, timeline, site concerns, and whether you already have plans.
Site Review
We review access, elevations, drainage, existing concrete, walls, grades, utilities, soil conditions, and surrounding improvements.
Scope & Proposal
We prepare a clear proposal so you understand what is included, what needs to be addressed, and how the work will be approached.
Demolition & Prep
Existing materials are removed as needed, grades are established, drainage is planned, and the base or forms are prepared.
Construction
Concrete, walls, patios, walkways, steps, drainage, grading, and related hardscape details are completed.
Final Details
Cleanup, final walkthrough, detail work, and completion bring the finished hardscape together.
Hardscape Construction in Contra Costa County and the East Bay.
We build hardscape projects throughout Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga, Danville, Concord, Clayton, Blackhawk, Brentwood, Alamo, San Ramon, Martinez, and surrounding East Bay communities.
Built for Local Conditions
Contra Costa County properties often involve expansive clay soils, drainage issues, hillside lots, tight access, grade changes, older hardscape, pool remodel tie-ins, and city-specific requirements.
Local experience helps us plan more realistically and build hardscape that is designed to perform over time.
Connected to the Whole Backyard
Hardscape works best when patios, walkways, pool decks, walls, drainage, outdoor kitchens, fire features, lawn areas, and planting areas are planned together.
We can work from completed plans or coordinate with your designer, architect, or engineer when needed.
Quality Over Volume. Reputation Over Shortcuts.
Homeowners choose Pacheco Landscape & Pool Construction because they want hardscape built correctly, communicated clearly, and handled by a contractor who takes personal pride in the finished result.
Family-Owned Since 1985
Our company has been built on reputation, referrals, and the pride that comes from putting the Pacheco name on every project.
Owner-Operated
We are intentionally built to stay personally involved, focused on quality, and accountable to the homeowners who trust us.
Detailed Proposals
We believe homeowners deserve clear, transparent proposals so they understand what is included before construction begins.
Complete Outdoor Construction
Hardscape, pools, drainage, outdoor kitchens, fire features, retaining walls, and backyard structures can be coordinated together.
Licensed, Bonded & Insured
California Contractor License #987689 with B, C-53, and C-27 classifications.
Built to Last
We focus on proper preparation, quality materials, proven construction practices, and hardscape designed for long-term use.
Common Questions About Hardscape Construction.
These are some of the questions homeowners often ask before starting a patio, pool deck, retaining wall, concrete, drainage, or backyard hardscape project.
Do you build patios, pool decks, and walkways?
Yes. We build patios, pool decks, walkways, steps, concrete areas, seating areas, outdoor kitchen pads, fire feature areas, and hardscape that connects the backyard together.
Do you build retaining walls?
Yes. We build retaining walls, seat walls, garden walls, and grade transitions. Depending on height, location, slope, and site conditions, some walls may require engineering, permits, or city review.
Why is drainage important for hardscape?
Drainage is one of the most important parts of hardscape construction. Poor drainage can lead to standing water, settling, movement, cracking, soil expansion, wall pressure, and water flowing toward areas where it should not go.
Can you build hardscape as part of a pool or remodel project?
Yes. Hardscape often works best when it is coordinated with pool construction, pool remodeling, outdoor kitchens, drainage, retaining walls, lighting, landscaping, and the overall backyard layout.
Are you the cheapest hardscape contractor?
No. We are not trying to be the cheapest. We focus on quality construction, proper preparation, drainage, clear communication, detailed proposals, and work built correctly from start to finish.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga, Danville, Concord, Clayton, Blackhawk, Brentwood, Alamo, San Ramon, Martinez, and surrounding East Bay communities.
Ready to Build Hardscape That Looks Good and Performs?
Whether you are planning a patio, pool deck, walkway, retaining wall, drainage improvement, concrete project, or complete backyard transformation, we would be happy to learn more about your project and provide honest guidance.