DRAINAGE SYSTEMS

In a paver installation, proper drainage is everything. It can make or break the entire project. Without proper drainage, even the best-quality pavers will eventually start to be damaged. Moreover, the entire installation can shift around and lose that good-looking characteristic paver aspect.

So let’s talk about why drainage is so important for a paver installation and how to best approach it.

Pavers work in an interlocked system. That means they work alongside sand to create a malleable surface that distributes weight between each individual paver. That way, pavers are under less pressure individually and can perform optimally.

So, in a paver installation, the pavers shift around slightly. But when not installed properly, they can end up moving too much and compromising the entire structure. Drainage is a big factor in determining the success of a paver installation.

With bad drainage, the bedding and the sand between the pavers will be washed away. This is the main cause of sunken and loose pavers and the growth of weeds between the pavers. You want to avoid that at all costs, so focusing on proper drainage can be the difference between a failed and a successful installation.