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A paver patio costs $8 to $24 per sq ft installed. See prices by size and paver type, what adds to the cost, and a DIY materials list for a 12×16 patio.

A concrete patio costs $6 to $12 per sq ft installed, or $12 to $20+ stamped. See costs by size and finish, plus DIY material lists for common slabs.

A new gravel driveway costs $4 to $6 per sq ft installed, or $1.25 to $3 to resurface. See gravel prices per ton, costs by driveway size, and DIY savings.

Painting a room costs $400 to $1,600 with a pro, or $100 to $300 DIY. See prices by room size and type, paint costs per gallon, and ways to save.

How to build a deck in 9 steps: permits, footings, ledger, beam, joists, decking, stairs, and railing, with joist span charts, code numbers, and costs.

Fence installation costs $15 to $45 per linear foot, or $2,000 to $5,000 for most yards. See prices by material and length, plus DIY material costs.