brick pavers
Interlocking brick pavers have become a popular option for many landscaping designs. They are used for homes in patio and walkway construction and even for driveways and pool patios. They are attractive and offer a variety of design options. From time to time, particularly if the pavers were not installed professionally or correctly it will be necessary to repair pavers.
Repairs are most commonly required when a brick paver sinks, cracks or becomes loose. Pavers sometimes sink around pool coping and pavers without joint sand can be problematic. These are not necessarily difficult repairs but depending upon your expertise a homeowner may want to call in a contractor to make sure the repairs are done properly.
Regardless of whether you plan to fix the brick pavers yourself or call a contractor to do it for you it is helpful to understand the process. The following is an explanation of how to repair pavers around pool coping. The process is pretty much the same for any type of brick pavers repair.
The first step is to remove the pavers and identify the cause of the problem. It is helpful to figure out if some installation problem caused the brick to come loose or whether it just needs to be set back in place. Sometimes it is necessary to use drypack (cement and sand) to fix the loose paver.
The second step is to wet the area around the pool coping as much as possible. You want everything to pack down so that the area is level and even.
The third step is to level the surface by adding a layer of screened sand before replacing the pavers.
The fourth step is to put the pavers in place and add joint sand, or mason’s sand. Tamp the pavers so that they are settled firmly and securely in place.
The fifth step is to sweep the excess sand from the area and soak with a water hose. You want to make sure the joints are filled and packed firmly. Add more sand if needed.
The goal is to replace the loose or broken brick pavers securely so that they will not come loose again easily. When repairing a walkway or patio, make sure the soldier row and edging are holding everything in place securely. The edges are the areas must vulnerable to loose bricks, particularly if the installation was not done correctly. The edge is most vulnerable to impacts of water and wear.
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