Hardscaping in Freeport, FL

Patios, paths, borders, and walls shape your yard and make it easy to use. In Freeport and along 30A, base prep and drainage matter as much as the look. Without the right base, pavers shift. Without the right slope, water pools. Mako Contractors builds hardscapes that stay flat, shed water, and match coastal homes.

As you local Landscaper, we plan your hardscape to fit lawn lines, bed shapes, and irrigation, so everything works as one.

What We Build With Hardscaping

Hardscaping should look great and work even better in our coastal climate. We design and build durable features that move water, stay level, and tie into your lawn and beds. Explore the options below—patios and walkways, retaining walls, steps and seating, and drive aprons and entries—to see what fits your space.

Pavers and Walkways

We build pavers and walkways on compacted, graded base with proper edge restraint and drain-friendly joints. This keeps the surface flat and safe. We size patterns to your space, align mower-friendly edges, and set clean transitions at doors and gates. Materials include concrete pavers and natural stone selected for coastal heat and light. Where shade meets sun, we balance texture for grip and comfort. A well-planned paver patio guides traffic, reduces mud, and makes daily life outside easier.

Retaining Walls

Our retaining walls create level, usable areas and control grade on sloped or uneven yards. We build segmental block and natural stone walls with the right base depth, geogrid, and behind-wall drainage to prevent bulging and washouts. Steps, caps, and lighting sleeves can be integrated for a finished look. On tight lots in Santa Rosa Beach or slopes near Panama City Beach, a stable wall turns wasted ground into a clean patio, play area, or planting bed.

Outdoor Kitchens

We design outdoor kitchens for our climate: level paver or slab bases, vented cabinets, and weather-resistant finishes. We coordinate sleeves for gas and electric, set precise appliance cutouts, and tie the kitchen into nearby patios and seating. Options include grill islands, counters, sinks, and bar seating that hold up to salt air and summer storms. We plan shade, storage, and lighting so the space cooks well day and night.

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Drainage-Smart Construction

Good hardscaping starts with water control. We set slope, choose joint material, and plan safe water paths before the first paver goes down. In sandy soils with sudden rain, this planning keeps patios usable and reduces repairs. If a site needs help, we add French drains, surface inlets, or downspout tie-ins that move water away from living areas. We verify outfalls so you do not trade one problem for another.

Materials and Style for the Coast

We work with concrete pavers, porcelain options, natural stone, and rock accents. Colors and textures are picked to fit coastal light and heat. Some surfaces get hot in direct sun; we offer cooler-feeling options and discuss shade where needed. If you like a natural look, we pair stone with native plants for a simple, clean finish. If you prefer modern lines, we use large-format pavers with tight joints and crisp edges. For walls, we match block style and cap depth to nearby architecture and HOA rules in Hammock Bay, Point Washington, and surrounding communities.

Integrating Hardscapes with your Yard

A hardscape works best when it fits the rest of the landscape. We align patio edges to lawn shapes, size paths for easy mowing, and protect beds with edging that holds mulch during heavy rain. We add sleeves under patios for future lighting, gas, or water so you will not need to cut later. If irrigation is present, we adjust heads and add drip in beds to stop overspray on pavers. If you are building new, we plan landscape installation and irrigation at the same time to save time and cost.

Mako's Build Process

  • Site Review & Layout – Walk the yard, mark edges and elevations, confirm access.

  • Excavate & Base – Remove soft soils; install graded, compacted base to spec.

  • Set & Cut – Lay patterns, align joints, set strong edge restraints, make clean cuts.

  • Joints & Clean – Fill joints, compact surface, sweep, and rinse.

  • Walkthrough & Care – Review drainage, show simple upkeep, provide photos.

We protect drives and walks during work, keep a clean site, and communicate schedules clearly. Most projects finish faster and cleaner when hardscaping is planned with lawn and bed updates.

Service Areas

Based in Freeport, FL, we serve 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, Destin, Miramar Beach, Niceville, DeFuniak Springs, Fort Walton Beach, Pensacola, Panama City Beach, and Bay County.

Hardscaping FAQs

Do I need a permit for a wall?

It depends on height, location, and local code. We advise and help with submittals if required.

Will my patio settle?

With the right base depth and compaction, movement is minimal. We build to spec for local soils.

How do I keep weeds out of joints?

Use the right joint sand and simple upkeep. We show you the routine and recommend tools.

Can you match an existing patio?

Often, yes. We source similar pavers or design a clean transition band that looks intentional.

Can you add an outdoor kitchen later?

Yes. We can pre-sleeve utilities now so the upgrade is simple later.

Ready to plan your hardscaping? Call Mako Contractors for Hardscaping, Pavers and Walkways, Retaining Walls, and Outdoor Kitchens that look great and last in our coastal climate.

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MAKO CONTRACTORS

Address: 103 This Way, Freeport, FL 32439