Our masons have years of experience using natural stone to build entryways, pathways and driveways.
Superior Earthworks handles it all.
With over 15 years' experience, Superior Earthworks has completed a wide variety of masonry projects. From installing patios that last for decades to building you a beautiful outdoor kitchen, Superior Earthworks has the experience to tackled any type of masonry project.
With the right equipment and high-quality craftsmanship, Superior Earthworks is ready to take on any type of masonry work. We even produce customized garden hardscapes with an emphasis on simple and natural elements. Our hardscapes looks beautiful year-round with minimal maintenance.
- Basement Entrances
- Foundations
- Pool Areas
- Walkways
- Concrete Work
- Driveways
- Belgian Block
- Brick Veneers
- Retaining Walls
- Concrete Pavers
- Patios
- Stoops & Aprons
- Stamped & Colored Concrete
- Outdoor Fireplaces & Kitchens
- Hardscapes
Our masons use natural stone, pavers, brick and concrete to build entryways, pathways, patios and driveways that work in harmony with your property.
Stone and Concrete That Suit the Property
With over 15 years of experience, Superior Earthworks has completed a wide range of masonry projects, from simple front walkways to patios with outdoor kitchens and fireplaces. Good hardscape should look like it belongs to the house. That usually means repeating a color from the siding or roof, keeping paths wide enough for two people to walk side by side, and choosing simple, natural elements that need little upkeep. Our masons have years of experience with natural stone for entryways, pathways and driveways, and we can pair it with concrete, brick veneer or Belgian block where a cleaner edge or a tougher surface makes more sense.
Why the Base Matters More Than the Surface
Most patios and walkways that heave, sink or crack failed underneath. Long Island winters freeze and thaw the ground over and over, and any soft soil or trapped water below the surface will move. A lasting job starts with digging out organic topsoil, laying and compacting a gravel base in layers, and pitching the finished surface slightly away from the house so rain runs off instead of toward the foundation. Pavers need a solid edge restraint so they cannot creep apart. Driveways need a thicker base than patios because they carry vehicles. Skipping these steps saves a little up front and costs far more later.
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Pavers, Stamped Concrete or Belgian Block?
Each material has its strengths. Concrete pavers come in many shapes and colors, and a single cracked unit can be lifted and replaced. Stamped and colored concrete gives the look of stone or brick in one continuous slab, which many owners like around pools because there are fewer joints for weeds. Belgian block is a favorite for driveway aprons and borders because it stands up to tires and plows. Natural stone costs more but brings texture no manufactured product quite matches. We will lay out the options side by side for your project so you can choose with the full picture.
Masonry and Concrete Work We Handle
- Patios and pool areas
- Walkways
- Driveways and Belgian block
- Concrete pavers
- Stamped and colored concrete
- Retaining walls
- Stoops and aprons
- Basement entrances
- Foundations and concrete work
- Brick veneers
- Outdoor fireplaces and kitchens
- Garden hardscapes
Masonry Character Around Suffolk County
Smithtown and its neighbors have a long tradition of brick, stone and careful craftsmanship. The colonial-style storefronts of the Stony Brook Village Center, the historic buildings of the Saint James District and the old houses preserved by the Smithtown Historical Society all show how good masonry ages gracefully. Those same qualities guide a new stoop, garden wall or brick-trimmed walkway today, so the work fits the older homes and tree-lined streets found throughout this part of Suffolk County.
These nearby places offer good examples of the stone, brick and concrete details homeowners often ask us to echo.
- Stony Brook Village CenterThe brick and colonial details around the village green are a useful reference for Stony Brook owners who want a walkway that suits an older home.
- Saint James DistrictThe historic district in St. James shows how a well-built stone wall or stoop can last for generations when the base is done right.
- Smithtown Historical SocietyIts preserved houses in Smithtown are worth a visit if you are matching brick or stone to a property with some age on it.
- Village of NissequogueNissequogue homeowners planning a retaining wall or new driveway can find the village Building Department here before work begins.
- Ronkonkoma LIRR StationThe busy station area in Ronkonkoma, with its large paved lots, is a daily reminder of how much traffic and weather a concrete surface has to handle.
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Masonry & Concrete FAQs
How long does a paver patio take to install?
Most of the time goes into what you never see: excavation, base material and compaction. A typical backyard patio takes a few days once work starts, though larger layouts, steps, walls or an outdoor kitchen add time. Weather matters too, since the base should not be compacted when it is saturated. We will give you a realistic schedule with the estimate.
Should I choose stamped concrete or pavers for a pool area?
Both work well. Stamped and colored concrete forms one continuous surface with fewer joints, which means fewer weeds and an easy sweep. Pavers can be lifted and reset if a section settles or a repair is ever needed underneath. Many owners decide based on the look they want and how they feel about future repairs. We can show samples of each.
Why do some walkways heave after a winter or two?
Heaving almost always comes from what is below the surface. When water collects in soft soil under a walkway and freezes, it expands and lifts the stone or concrete. A compacted gravel base, proper pitch for runoff and solid edging keep water from pooling there. That is why we spend so much effort on preparation before laying the finished surface.
What is Belgian block and where is it used?
Belgian block is a rectangular cut granite paver, very hard and long lasting. On Long Island it is most often used to edge driveways, form a driveway apron at the street or border planting beds. It holds up to tires, plows and freeze and thaw cycles better than most edging materials, and its gray tone pairs well with asphalt, pavers and natural stone.
Can you build an outdoor kitchen or fireplace with the patio?
Yes. Outdoor fireplaces and kitchens are among the masonry projects we have completed, and building them together with the patio is usually more efficient. Planning both at once lets us set the footing, gas or electric runs and the patio layout so everything lines up. It also avoids cutting into a finished surface later to add features you decided on afterward.
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