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Paver Patio and Driveway Cost in Brentwood, CA
Sourced price ranges for paver patios, walkways and driveways, with the math for common sizes. These are published national and California figures, not local quotes, and a contractor sets the final price.
Read this first: the figures below come from named sources and are national or from other California markets, not Brentwood prices. We do not set prices. The contractor who measures your property sets the final price. See our disclaimer and cost sources.
Price per square foot
| Job or material | Range per sq ft | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Paver patio, installed | $10 to $17 | HomeGuide, Sep 2024 |
| Concrete pavers, installed | $8 to $15 | HomeGuide, Sep 2024 |
| Brick pavers, installed | $10 to $17 | HomeGuide, Sep 2024 |
| Stone pavers, installed | $8 to $14 | HomeGuide, Sep 2024 |
| Pavers, installed (broader range) | $10 to $30 | HomeGuide, May 2025 |
| California install, Los Angeles-area contractor guide | $18 to $45 | Ridgeline Outdoor Living, Apr 2026 |
| Sealing (optional) | $1.50 to $3.25 | HomeGuide, Sep 2024 |
| Excavation or removal | $1 to $5 | HomeGuide, Sep 2024 |
Sources: HomeGuide paver patio, HomeGuide pavers vs concrete and Ridgeline Outdoor Living (a contractor's marketing guide focused on the Los Angeles area, not Contra Costa). The ranges differ because each source assumes different materials, regions and scope.
Worked examples: patios
Area is length times width. A 20x20 patio is 20 × 20 = 400 square feet.
| Patio size | Area | HomeGuide total |
|---|---|---|
| 10x10 | 100 sq ft | $950 to $1,700 |
| 12x12 | 144 sq ft | $1,400 to $2,500 |
| 20x20 | 400 sq ft | $3,800 to $6,800 |
| 400 sq ft (any shape) | 400 sq ft | about $4,000 to $6,800 |
Totals are HomeGuide's published figures (HomeGuide). Its 400 square foot total matches the $10 to $17 rate × 400 ($4,000 to $6,800), while its 20x20 total, also 400 square feet, starts at $3,800. The ranges are not exact, which is a reason to get itemized quotes.
Worked examples: driveways
HomeGuide lists installed pavers at $10 to $30 per square foot. At that rate a 20x20 driveway (400 sq ft) is $4,000 to $12,000, and a 24x24 two-car driveway (576 sq ft) is $5,760 to $17,280. HomeGuide's own two-car paver driveway total is $5,700 to $17,200 (HomeGuide).
For larger jobs, multiply the area. 1,000 square feet at $10 to $30 is $10,000 to $30,000. The Los Angeles-area contractor guide lists $18 to $45 per square foot for California patios (Ridgeline Outdoor Living). We show only its per-square-foot range, because the totals in that guide do not match simple multiplication.
What moves the price
- Excavation and base depth. HomeGuide lists 4 to 6 inches of base for pedestrian areas and 6 to 12 inches for driveways. Deeper bases take more material and labor.
- Paver type. Concrete, clay brick, natural stone and porcelain differ in cost. HomeGuide lists permeable pavers at $4 to $12 per square foot for materials.
- Pattern and borders. HomeGuide notes that pattern complexity and cuts raise labor cost.
- Edging and drainage. HomeGuide lists edging at about $0.10 to $0.20 per square foot, plus grading at $0.40 to $2.00.
- Access and delivery. HomeGuide lists delivery at about $0.50 per square foot.
- Sealing. Optional, at about $1.50 to $3.25 per square foot.
- Permits. We don't state local permit rules. Ask your contractor and your city.
What to ask a contractor to itemize
- Excavation and haul-off
- Base material and depth
- Paver brand, type and thickness
- Pattern, border and edging
- Joint sand and sealing
- Drainage and slope
- Warranty and exclusions
Then compare quotes with the paver contractor checklist.
Pavers vs concrete: the cost view
HomeGuide lists installed pavers at about $10 to $30 per square foot and concrete at $6 to $15 (HomeGuide). Pavers cost more up front and can be repaired one unit at a time. Read the full concrete vs pavers guide or the concrete cost guide.
See also: paver driveways and paver patios.
Sources
- HomeGuide — Paver Patio Cost (Sep 18, 2024)
- HomeGuide — Pavers Cost Per Square Foot (Apr 24, 2023)
- HomeGuide — Cost of Pavers vs. Concrete (May 30, 2025)
- Ridgeline Outdoor Living — Paver Patio Cost in California (Los Angeles-area contractor guide) (Apr 25, 2026)
Common questions
How much should a 20x20 paver patio cost?
A 20x20 patio is 400 square feet. HomeGuide lists $3,800 to $6,800 nationally. A Los Angeles-area contractor guide lists $18 to $45 per square foot for California installs. The contractor sets the final price.
How much does it cost to install 1,000 square feet of pavers?
At HomeGuide's $10 to $30 per square foot for installed pavers, 1,000 square feet is $10,000 to $30,000. At the $10 to $17 patio range it is $10,000 to $17,000. Local quotes vary.
Is it cheaper to do a paver patio or concrete?
Concrete is usually cheaper up front. HomeGuide lists pavers at $10 to $30 per square foot and concrete at $6 to $15. Pavers can be repaired one unit at a time.
Why do paver prices differ so much between sources?
Sources assume different materials, base depths, patterns and regions. A national consumer guide, a Bay Area contractor and a Los Angeles contractor will not agree. Get several local quotes with the same scope.
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