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Pavers in Longueuil
Longueuil is built on the clay of the former Champlain Sea. This clay swells when wet and shrinks in drought, which makes yards and driveways move.
Since the ground moves, we do not skimp on the base: geotextile, stone compacted in lifts and solid edge restraints. The South Shore is further for us, so we group jobs there and travel costs are shown clearly in the quote.
Good to know: In Longueuil, the general rule is 2 driveways maximum per lot, at least 6 m apart. Rules vary by zone: we check with your address before quoting.
What lies under your pavers
The industry reference, ICPI Tech Spec 2, calls for at least 4 inches of compacted base for foot traffic and 6 inches for a driveway, plus 2 to 4 inches in freeze-thaw climates. In Québec, that means:
- Patio or walkway: 6 to 8 inches of compacted 0-3/4 stone.
- Driveway: 8 to 10 inches.
- Heavy parking: 10 to 14 inches.
Our method
- Excavation to the required depth, not the fast depth.
- Geotextile between the native soil and the stone.
- 0-3/4 stone compacted in lifts of 8 inches maximum.
- A one-inch screeded sand bedding layer.
- Laying, clean cuts and edge restraints.
- Final compaction and polymeric sand in the joints.
Repair rather than replace
A dip that holds a puddle or a heave in winter is almost never the paver itself: it is the base or the drainage underneath. We lift the affected section, rebuild the base and relay the same pavers.
How it works
- You text us photos at 514 775-1988, or request a callback below. Often we can already tell you whether it is worth a visit.
- Jonathan comes to your place in Longueuil, looks at the yard with you and sends a written quote, normally within 24 hours.
- We do the work with our own machinery, ground protection mats, and leave you a clean yard. Work guaranteed 1 year in writing.
A well-built paver driveway lasts about 30 years
Our estimator gives you an honest range in 30 seconds, and compares pavers and asphalt over 20 years, maintenance included.
Frequently asked in Longueuil
Do you really travel to Longueuil?
Yes. Our base is in Sainte-Dorothée (Laval), about 40 minutes from Longueuil. It is a bit further for us, so we group jobs in the area the same week and travel costs are shown separately and clearly in the quote.
How much does a paver driveway cost?
Our online estimator gives you a ballpark in seconds, before taxes. The firm price comes from a written quote after the visit. A minimum amount applies to small areas.
Do I need a permit from the City of Longueuil?
Widening a driveway or changing a curb cut generally requires municipal approval. A like-for-like rebuild usually does not. We check with you at the quote stage, before starting.
Can my pavers be reused?
Often, yes. When the blocks are in good shape, we lift them, rebuild the base and lay them again. It costs a fraction of a new driveway.
Do you guarantee your work?
One year, in writing, and our liability insurance is $2,000,000. The deposit is 25% at booking, the balance at the end, once you have inspected the work with us.
Our other services in Longueuil
- Excavation and grading in Longueuil
- French drains and drainage in Longueuil
- Site preparation with the Harley Rake
- Online estimator
Pavers in nearby towns
We also serve: Brossard, Boucherville, Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, La Prairie, Candiac, Châteauguay. See every town in Greater Montreal.