01 = Concrete Slab 3″ – 4″
02 = Bedding Sand
03 = Class || Road Base
04 = Border set in concrete
05 = Geotextile fabric
DURABILITY
Paver = Designed to handle up to 8,000 PSI.
Doesn’t crack easily .
Sharp angled joint sand allows weight to balance.
Concrete = Designed to handle up to only 4,000 PSI
Cracks easily .
Doesn’t evenly distribute weight.
LONGEVITY
Paver = Our manufacturers guarantee the quality of their paving stone products.
And we offer an exclusive workmanship warranty on all paver installations.
Concrete = Designed to last up to 15 years.
Typically no warranty on concrete since it’s a rigid, easily crackable surface.
DESIGN
Paver = Unlimited customization options.
Offered in a wide variety of stone colors, shapes, patterns and designs.
Concrete = No variety in colors/style.
Provides little to no customization outside of choosing shape based on area concrete will be poured.
CURB APPEAL
Paver = Improved overall curb appeal.
Doesn’t discolor over time.
Seen as an investment and can help increase home’s overall property value.
Concrete = Looks plain and dated.
Discolors over time .
Seen as an expense and can hurt overall property value.
FUNCTIONALITY
Paver = Ability to blend designs with outdoor elements such as BBQ islands, fire pits, and water features.
Concrete = Does not compliment other outdoor elements. Break in colors and styles causes design confusion and mismatch.