Pavers are a great option when it comes to patios, driveways and walkways because of their durability, versatility and aesthetic appeal. However, over time, even the most well-manufactured and well-laid pavers can crack, sink or become uneven for a variety of different potential reasons. When this happens, repairing the affected pavers becomes essential to ensure their safety as well as to prolong the lifespan of your paved surface. In this post, we take a closer look at how you can repair your broken or sunken pavers safely and effectively.

Step-by-Step Repair Guide

Repairing broken and sunken pavers is generally straightforward and is a task that you can often do on your own. The steps to repairing affected pavers include:

Removing the Affected Pavers

Regardless of whether you are dealing with sunken or broken pavers, you must first identify and remove the affected ones. To do so, you will need a pry bar and a mallet to pry out the paver from underneath it. Take care when removing the affected pavers to avoid accidentally damaging the surrounding pavers.

Clean the Area and Re-Level the Base

After removing the affected pavers, clean the area to remove any debris or old adhesive or sand that might affect the placement of the new paver. Then, if you are dealing with an uneven or sunken paver, check for signs of erosion and improper levelling. From there, add additional base material as necessary and compact it to ensure that the new base layer is compact and level with the rest of the pavers.

Replace and Align the Pavers

Once the groundwork has been done, you can replace the affected pavers with new ones and ensure that they are aligned with the rest of the surrounding pavers. If you face a problem with uneven or sunken pavers, it is imperative at this stage to check using a level that the newly laid pavers are flush with the rest of the pavers.

Secure and Stabilise the Pavers

After positioning the pavers, you can then use polymeric sand to fill the joints of the pavers and lock them in place to provide additional stability. This can also help to prevent weeds from growing between the joints of your pavers, creating a more aesthetically pleasing paved surface. Finally, use a rubber mallet or compactor to gently secure the pavers and ensure that they are set in place.

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If you are looking for good quality pavers for your patio, driveway or walkway, Fulton Brickyard has you covered. We are the leading manufacturer and supplier of pavers and other landscaping supplies in Melbourne, including concrete sleepers, Boral bricks and pier caps. Our extensive catalogue also contains a variety of paver styles for you to choose from, ranging from sandstone pavers to terracotta pavers. Get a free quote on our website today, or contact us to find out more about how we can help you with your brick and paving supply needs.

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