Swampscott, MA · Essex County
Patio and stone stair contractor in Swampscott, MA
In Swampscott we have built a floating granite staircase from a patio up to a meditation garden, black granite entrance steps with a cable railing, and patios of bluestone and pavers. George Hardscaping has served the North Shore since 2005 from 74 Essex Ave in Gloucester.
4.9 on Google from 36 reviewsSwampscott Staircase
Granite steps that seem to hover
Swampscott homeowners wanted a smooth connection from their main patio up to a meditation garden on the level above. We built it with sleek granite slabs that appear to hover, and we set a light under each tread. At night the steps glow softly and guide visitors up through the landscape.
A second Swampscott homeowner, Mark, has floating steps on a mid-century modern home. His words are on our walkways and stairs page.
- Granite slabs that appear to hover
- Light under each tread
- Patio up to a garden
Swampscott Entrance
Black granite and a cable railing
For a contemporary home in Swampscott we paired honed black granite steps with a custom-fabricated stainless steel and cable railing. The homeowner put it this way: "The granite provides this solid, unmovable foundation, while the steel and cable railing adds a light, almost floating quality. Together, they create exactly the modern entrance we envisioned."
A railing is a code question as well as a design one. Handrail and guard rules are on our steps page, and the Town of Swampscott building department decides what applies to your house.
74 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930Swampscott Homeowners
Three Swampscott homeowners, in their words
Quoted as they were given to us.
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Bluestone on an oceanfront patio
"George Hardscaping recommended bluestone for our oceanfront patio because of its durability in salt air. Five years later, it still looks beautiful with minimal maintenance."
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A concrete and paver patio on a traditional house
"We wanted something low-maintenance but still stylish. Our concrete and paver patio from George Hardscaping has been perfect." The owner adds that it looks modern but still works with the traditional exterior of the home.
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A fire pit added to the backyard
"After enjoying our indoor fireplace for a few years, we added one of George Hardscaping's custom stone fire pits to our backyard. Now we enjoy fire features year-round."
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Questions
Swampscott patio and stair questions
What stone suits an oceanfront patio in Swampscott?
Bluestone is the stone we recommended for a Swampscott oceanfront patio, because of how it holds up in salt air. The owner says it looks beautiful five years later with minimal maintenance. Tell us how close the patio is to the water when you request an estimate.
Can stone steps be lit at night?
Yes. On our Swampscott staircase we set a light under each tread, so the steps glow after dark and guide people through the garden. Decide where the lights go before the steps are built.
What rules apply to a railing on new steps in Swampscott?
The Town of Swampscott building department decides. Our steps page explains the handrail and guard rules and where they come from, so you know what to ask.
Can I add a fire pit to a backyard I already use?
Yes. A Swampscott homeowner added one of our custom stone fire pits after years with an indoor fireplace. Check fire rules with the Town of Swampscott, and see our fire pit page for stone, gas and wood.
Does a concrete and paver patio suit a traditional house?
It can. A Swampscott homeowner chose one for low upkeep and says it looks modern while still working with the traditional exterior. Send a photo of the house and the yard.
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