What is the advantage of pavers over concrete?

Pavers come in a lot of styles, shapes and colors. With paver patios, we can incorporate multiple colors, multiple shapes and create intricate designs. With pavers we can also add accent borders and create a lot of visual interest.

Why are pavers more costly than concrete?

Paver installation is a delicate task that requires more labor than concrete. With concrete patios, a company will show up, remove the soil, place forms, pour the concrete, level the concrete, and walk away from the job. With pavers, we still have to prep the area by removing the soil but we also have to lay each and every paver one by one. We also tend to have more intricate designs with paver patios than concrete patios.

Do you pour concrete patios?

No, we only install paver, wet cast, and natural stone patios.

Will pavers move and shift over time?

If installed properly, no. When TeBock’s installs patios, we build them in a way that they are not likely to shift. We remove 6-12 inches of soil and use heavy compaction equipment to compact limestone base which acts as the bedding layer for the pavers. We also incorporate multiple layers of geo-textile fabric which holds the paver base together and helps resist movement of your patio.

Will weeds grow in the cracks between the pavers?

Not long ago, paver joints used to be filled with regular sand. This sand would wash out and need to be replaced annually. Recent innovations in the hardscape industry have created a new sand called polymeric sand. This is a “morter” type sand that once activated with water turns into an adhesive product that hardens like concrete between the pavers. While the polymeric sand is a hard product, it is designed to look like sand. It is also available in multiple colors including gray, tan and black.

Can I install a hot tub on a paver patio?

Yes, if installed properly, a paver patio can hold the weight of a hot tub. When installing a hot tub, we install an extra deep base layer and extra layers of geotextile fabric to help keep a stable base with the added weight on the patio surface.

Can you also build sidewalks with pavers?

Yes, any type of walkway, patio, seating area, driveway and even city streets can utilize pavers.

Can you make steps out of pavers?

Yes, we can create landings and steps using pavers. Steps are usually created rounded bullnose pavers which are available in many of the same colors as the pavers.

What are wet cast pavers?

Wet cast pavers are concrete products that are molded to resemble specific options. For example, we have access to pavers which are molded to look like planks of wood and natural flagstone.

Will my paver patio be level?

No, not unless specifically requested. We build all of our patios to have a minimum of 1/8 inch of slope per linear foot. In cases where water drainage might be an issue, we can slope patios up to ¼ inch per linear foot.

What is the difference between permeable and non-permeable pavers?

Permeable pavers generally have larger gaps or joints between each brick. This allows for water to flow between the pavers and percolate into the soil beneath the patio. Non-permeable pavers have tighter joints and are usually filled with polymeric sand which does not allow water to flow between the joints.

Do paver patios have any warranty on them?

Yes, all of our paver patios have a five year materials and labor warranty.

Do you fix existing paver patios?

Yes, even if installed by another contractor or a diy project, we can help. The key to a long lasting patio is in the subbase and the prep before pavers a laid.

Can you install firepits in patios?

Yes, many of our patios include either wood or natural gas firepits. We build the firepits out of specific stone which can withstand the heat of the fire and not crack over time due to extreme temperatures.