How to extend backyard patio?

Hello all! I'm looking to extend my concrete patio in my backyard. It is currently 12x8. I'm between two options...expanding it 15x10 towards the AC unit and keeping the existing slab as is, so essentially it'd be two different sizes. I've attached a picture of what this would look like labeled option A. The other option is to expand the existing patio by 2 feet and then expanding 15x10 to the AC unit. This would keep the whole patio all the same width (10 ft), although the existing patio cover and columns wouldn't extend to the edge of the slab like it currently is. I attached a picture of what this would look like labeled option B. Anyone have any thoughts or concerns with doing either of these options? Or does it just come down to preference? Would love input. submitted by /u/Distinct-Leopard-672 [link] [comments]

Jun 3, 2025 - 20:22

Hello all! I'm looking to extend my concrete patio in my backyard. It is currently 12x8. I'm between two options...expanding it 15x10 towards the AC unit and keeping the existing slab as is, so essentially it'd be two different sizes. I've attached a picture of what this would look like labeled option A.

The other option is to expand the existing patio by 2 feet and then expanding 15x10 to the AC unit. This would keep the whole patio all the same width (10 ft), although the existing patio cover and columns wouldn't extend to the edge of the slab like it currently is. I attached a picture of what this would look like labeled option B.

Anyone have any thoughts or concerns with doing either of these options? Or does it just come down to preference? Would love input.

submitted by /u/Distinct-Leopard-672
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