Use and loading
A pedestrian walkway, patio and driveway require different base design, paver thickness and edge support.
Hardscape that feels deliberate
Pavers, Patios & Walkways
Clean, carefully prepared paver surfaces for patios, walkways, entries and driveways.
The scope
Built as a complete system.
We install paver surfaces with careful layout, consistent lines and a base designed for the intended load—whether it is a quiet garden path or a vehicle-rated driveway.
- Layout and elevation planning
- Excavation and disposal
- Compacted aggregate base
- Bedding and paver installation
- Edge restraint and cuts
- Joint sand and final compaction
Planning the work
What we account for before construction.
Paver work begins with use, elevations and drainage. Excavation depth, compacted base, edge restraint, bedding and jointing must work together to keep the finished surface stable and clean.
Base preparation
Existing soils, excavation depth, separation and compacted aggregate are matched to site conditions and intended use.
Drainage and transitions
Finished slope and elevations are planned around foundations, doors, lawns, gardens, steps and existing hard surfaces.
Pattern and restraint
Paver selection, laying pattern, cuts, borders, edge restraint and joint material determine the finished appearance and durability.
The RiverCity difference
Built from the base up.
Accurate preparation keeps a paver surface looking intentional. We pay attention to transitions, drainage, edge restraint and the materials below the visible finish.
Our process
Clear from first walk to final review.
Lay it out
We establish size, pattern, transitions and finished elevations.
Prepare
The area is excavated and a compacted base is built for the expected use.
Finish
Pavers are placed, cut, restrained, sanded and compacted.
Preparing an accurate quote
Information that helps us understand the real scope.
Good early information reduces assumptions and helps identify the right site visit, measurements and construction approach for your pavers project.
Start your project request- Dimensions and intended use
- Photos of access and surrounding grades
- Preferred paver colour, size or style
- Existing material to remove
- Steps, borders or drainage requirements
- Known utility or irrigation crossings
Common questions
Good to know.
What can you build with pavers?
Common projects include patios, garden paths, front walks, entries and paver driveways.
Can pavers be installed with gardens or retaining walls?
Yes. Coordinating these elements lets us align grades, drainage and material transitions across the project.
Vancouver Island service areas
Local work from Campbell River to Central and North Island.
Start a project
Planning a pavers project?
Tell us what you want to build and where the project is located. We’ll help define the right next step.