Paver Driveway & Patio Installation

Why the base decides everything

Pavers float on a bed of sand over a compacted aggregate base, and the base depth depends on use and soil. A patio may need four to six inches of base, while a driveway needs eight to twelve. Poor compaction or too little base leads to sinking, ruts and uneven surfaces. The mason excavates, compacts in layers and checks slope for drainage. Ask how deep the base will be and what material is used. Choose the pattern and color with large samples laid out in your yard, because small chips look very different when spread across a whole driveway.

Patterns, materials and edge restraints

Concrete pavers offer many colors and shapes at moderate cost, while clay pavers are durable and fade-resistant, and natural stone adds a premium look. Patterns such as herringbone lock together better under vehicle loads. Edge restraints hold the field in place, and without them pavers spread and shift. Joints are filled with polymeric sand that hardens to resist weeds and washing out. Order extra pavers for cuts and future repairs. Ask how the edges will be held, how deep the base will be and how the surface will slope, since those three decisions control how long the pavers stay level.

Maintenance and repairs over the years

Sweep regularly, rinse and top up joint sand when needed. Sealing enhances color and resists stains but may need renewing every few years. If a paver sinks or stains, it can be lifted and replaced without breaking up the whole surface. Keep an eye on drainage and downspouts, since water undermining the base is the main cause of problems. Save leftover pavers and a record of the product for repairs. After installation, sweep in extra polymeric sand after the first rain and keep a few spare pavers and the product name for future repairs.

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