Unilock Patio and Step Rebuild

This Classico circles and curves design patio was in need of some attention due to settling over the years. A common problem in any landscape, is the settlement of the ground underneath the concrete or paver walkways, patio, deck, or landscape beds. This is most common in clay type soils where the back fill and grading were not performed properly, or at the wrong time of year. These patio bricks were pulled up, set aside, cleaned, and then reinstalled using proper base materials and with the correct slope to allow drainage away from the house.

Paver Patio Repair and Maintenance

We have experienced an influx of calls for paver patio repair and maintenance this fall! One of the recently refurbished patios we worked on in Dexter, MI this October was over 20 years old. Over half the calls we respond to relate to Paver Maintenance. Most of these installations were simply in need of some touch up work, while others were needing corrections due to improper installation by contractors who clearly could not manage the task at hand.

With over 16 years of experience in the installation and upkeep of hardscapes, we have seen every scenario and have the resources and staff available to quickly provide a quality service, at a fair and reasonable price.

Paver Patio and step in Ann Arbor, MI

A paver patio and walkway will add beauty and increase your useable space any time of year!

This beautiful garden is complimented by Holland Stone from Fendt Builder Supply. Old Country Manor block was used to create a step at the recently renovated entry.

Paver Patio Rebuild in Ann Arbor, MI

This recently rebuilt patio and step system in Ann Arbor is now ready for the final step in any hardscape installation; Landscape beds, plantings, and mulch.

 As you can see, nature had been reclaiming this patio for years. Paver patios have far less maintenance than wood decks, but still do require some attention at least once a year.

By keeping your paver joints free of grass clippings, dirt, leaves, and moss, this type of situation can be prevented. Also, yearly sweeping of new jointing sand is a necessity. If you would like to avoid the yearly installation of new jointing sand, a quality polymeric sand may be used instead. I used polymeric sand on my own patio 7 years ago, and have only had to add more sand once after a thorough cleaning of my brick pavers.

This step was also rebuilt using proper techniques. A cantilever bay door should never have base materials touching any part of the structure. Also, step structures require more than just landscape fabric and glue to keep things in place. This step was rebuilt using a concrete block back wall, mortar, and a double stack method on the sides. This allows moisture to escape, while maintaining the look requested by the homeowner.

We also replaced all the rough spruce trim that had moisture damage. After removing all the trim, we discovered that the builder had never completed the exterior enclosure. Furthermore, no insulation had been installed into the structure. We then added insulation, treated plywood to replace all OSB both under the structure and on the walls. Tyvec wrap was also missing and installed. Trim boards installed were AZEC composite materials. Caulk and paint were then applied to seal things up and make the structure ready for the rebuilt steps using the original materials.