What Exactly Does a Paver Installer Do?
A paver installer uses blocks to make smooth and durable exterior surfaces. They can be used to create pathways, steps, driveways etc., and some use them to build retaining walls and other similar features. Most home supply centers will sell various pavers for people to choose from, or they can be ordered straight from the manufacturer. For people that do not want to install their own pavers, there are various contractors and landscapers that will be happy to do this job.
Glass, brick, stone clay, plastic and cast concrete can be used as pavers. And various shapes, colors, sizes, and textures are available, which will allow people to choose the right option for their environment. Multicolored brick, for instance, could work on a driveway in a Mediterranean style house, whilst irregular cobblestones will be more suitable within a storybook garden setting.
A paver installer invests a great deal of time and patience, should it be done correctly. The space needs to be mapped out, so a pattern can be determined. After which, the floor needs to be levelled and compacted, to ensure each paver sits on a flat surface. Not doing this, will cause subsidence, which will cause the pavers to sink or buckle. Then, the pavers will be arranged in the design wanted and compacted so they will sit more evenly. Lastly, sand or another similar packing material is crammed between the cracks, this will prevent weed growth, and ensure the stones are kept stable and even.
A big benefit with pavers, is they are very durable, which makes them preferable over wood chips, gravel, or asphalt. As long as the pavers are installed correctly, they will last for several years without needing any maintenance. They are easy to install, which means any handy DIY enthusiast can lay them.
For a flawless brick paver installation, call Unique Seal and Brick Inc today at (708) 890-6376. We are in Maywood, IL.