Paver Patios and Walkways in Nashville and Middle Tennessee
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Paver Patios and Walkways

Interlocking paver patios, paths and steps in many colors and patterns, installed over a compacted base for a surface that stays flat.

Pavers have become a favorite for patios and paths because they combine good looks with practical advantages. They come in many colors, textures and shapes. They are strong, they let you repair a small area without redoing everything and they handle freeze and thaw well when installed correctly.

The paver itself is only part of the story. What sits below matters more: a deep compacted stone base, a thin bedding layer, tight edge restraints and joint sand locked in place. We build all of these carefully so the surface stays flat and the joints stay tight through our wet winters and hot summers. Many families choose pavers because the surface can be opened up for a buried line or a new tree root and then relaid with no visible patch, a flexibility that poured surfaces cannot match.

Choosing pavers

Concrete, clay and natural stone pavers each have different looks and costs. We lay out samples so you can compare color and texture next to your house.

Base preparation

We excavate to the right depth, compact the base in layers and set the slope. Skipping depth is the most common reason paver patios sink.

Patterns and borders

Running bond, herringbone and basket-weave patterns look different and perform differently. Borders and soldier courses frame the patio.

Edge restraint and joint sand

Restraints hold the pavers in place, and polymeric sand locks the joints so weeds and ants have a harder time.

What is included

  • Visit and layout on site
  • Paver and pattern selection
  • Excavation and compacted base
  • Setting pavers and cutting edges
  • Edge restraint and joint sand
  • Cleanup and walk-through
Before and after

See the transformation.

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After: a backyard beside a brick house with a herringbone brick paver patio with a soldier course borderBefore: a backyard beside a brick house with bare dirt and weeds beside the back doorBeforeAfter
Bare dirt becomes a brick patio. From bare dirt and weeds beside the back door to a herringbone brick paver patio with a soldier course border.
Why it works

What you get with Paver Patios and Walkways

Many colors and patterns

Choose what suits your home.

Deep compacted base

Stays flat and firm.

Edge restraints

Keeps pavers locked in.

Good drainage

Water runs off, not in.

Easy to repair

Lift and relay small areas.

Polymeric sand joints

Fewer weeds, tighter surface.

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Paver Patio and Base Calculator

Enter the size of a patio or walk to see pavers, base stone and sand to plan for.

How it works

Our process, start to finish.

  1. 01

    Call and schedule

    You tell us about the wall, chimney, patio or idea and the timeline, and we set a visit that fits your day.

  2. 02

    Visit and design

    We walk the property, look closely at the masonry, show brick and stone samples and talk through the layout.

  3. 03

    Measure and plan

    We measure everything, write a proposal and coordinate any association approvals or permits.

  4. 04

    Prepare the site

    We mark the work area, protect lawns and plants, excavate and set footings and bases.

  5. 05

    Build course by course

    Our masons lay brick, stone and block by hand, checking level, plumb and spacing at every stage.

  6. 06

    Finish and walk through

    We tool the joints, clean the faces, walk the project with you, share care tips and leave the site clean.

Questions

Paver Patios and Walkways FAQ

Do pavers sink?

Poorly prepared ones can. A deep, compacted base prevents it.

Can I replace a few damaged pavers?

Yes. That is one of their advantages.

Do pavers need sealing?

Sealing can enhance color and resist stains. It is optional.

Are pavers slippery?

Textured pavers grip well, and we can recommend surfaces for wet areas.

How long does installation take?

Most patios take several days to a couple of weeks depending on size.

Next step

Get your free Paver Patios and Walkways estimate.

Tell us about the project and we will call you back to talk it through.

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