(Newswire.net — December 10, 2019) — Learning how to fix sunken driveway paver is important because some pavers tends to sink underneath the surrounding patio or driveway, making it an eyesore and a safety hazard which demands urgent attention and care. That is why we have created an easy 3-step plan for you to follow to fix your sunken pavers.
How to Fix Sunken Pavers
Whether you have loose pavers or sunken pavers, it is important to fix the problem quickly. Perhaps you have started to get worried over slacking or sunken pavers in your driveway, then this is a simple DIY fix is for you;
There are various types of pavers you can have installed. In an attempt to replace pavers or fix sunken pavers on your driveway, follow the steps below:
Step One:
firstly, you have to remove the pavers by using the tip of a small, flat-bladed screwdriver to pry up each end of the paver. It is advisable to use a pair of flat-bladed screwdriver to remove the paver. If the paver isn’t coming up because it is wedged in tight, then hit them with a rubber mallet to slacken it.
Step Two:
After this, setup a screed board, of the kind used to level freshly poured concrete in construction, ensure it is long enough to cover the sunken area. The screed board will be used to reconcile the exposed ground beneath the sunken pavers. Base the screed board against the pavers not sunken and notch its edges about eight inches below where the pavers hit.
Step Three:
Lastly, augment the low area of the driveway by adding all-purpose sand and then align the screed board with the level pavers by pulling the screed board over the sand. After they are leveled out, set back the pavers and then use a rubber mallet to gently pound the pavers down until they are aligned with the other pavers. After this, clean up the area worked on and you are done fixing your sunken driveway pavers.
FAQs
Why are my pavers sinking?
Sinking pavers are pointers to construction errors. It indicates that the base of the pavers was not well compacted during its construction. Puddling, settling and low spots during construction of your driveway pavers are all pointers of likelihood of an occurrence of your pavers sinking which may be due to the contractor oversight of the drainage system on your property.
How do I stop my pavers from sinking?
How to stop your pavers from sinking include ensuring that your pavers does not change position or shift around. This achieved by including a solid edge to your patio. Including a solid edge to your patio can be made possible either by the use of a plastic edging, a metal edging or a cement lip. To achieve this, spread the right quantity of sand over the pavers and then clear away the sand into the cracks to aid in holding the bricks firmly. Polymeric sand is highly recommended for edging your patio as it increase permanence and stop your pavers from sinking.
If you are remodeling your home, it is important to know how to fix sunken pavers as this may be an issue that might arise. There can be several reasons for your sunken pavers and if you do not want to fix the issue yourself, you can always call professional pavers to resolve the problem.