Video: Technical Aspects of a Paver Installation

SANTA ROSA — Host, Sarah Rutan: When planning for a paver installation, it’s important to look beyond aesthetics and consider the technical aspects. Today we’re in Santa Rosa with Diamond Certified Expert Contributor Hayley Johnson of The Legacy Paver Group to learn more.

Diamond Certified Expert Contributor, Hayley Johnson: So, once you’ve chosen the design of your driveway, or patio, you really do need to consider the technical aspect of it. It’s not as fun, but it’s equally, if not more so, important. The base rock, how much you need, the depth, the type of compaction, whether it should be permeable or non-permeable, the types of soil that you’re working with—all of these, your contractor should know and will help you to determine the right base for you.

Also, grading for drainage, the retaining edges–all of this is very, very important, and your contractor really should know how to install these properly. It really makes a difference as to the longevity of your installation. If it’s not done correctly, it may look nice when they pack up their tools and leave, but you will notice, very quickly, some deficiencies, and you want to avoid those by just getting it done right the first time.

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