re: Landscapers of the OT: Is It a Pain in the Butt to Build a Flagstone Patio?

Here in N Va you need to install on a concrete base and mortar it in, otherwise it will heave and buckle due to the weather. Was quoted a price for the above method for $10k for approx 400 sqft. You can do it your way, but factor in the equipment rental (excavator, packer), aggregate, sand, and stone and time to see if it's worth it. Like Bob Vila said...