What we found
680 Warren Street's front yard had reached a point where the existing surface was not serving the property — uneven settling, awkward transitions, and a look that did not match the quality of the brownstone behind it.
The owner wanted natural stone pavers laid properly. The decision point was the base. Most "paver" failures we are called to fix are actually base failures — pavers laid on insufficient or improperly compacted base will heave and shift within a year or two.
The work
Excavate to the appropriate depth for the application. Install crushed-stone base, compacted in lifts to spec. Set the pavers to plan, working from a fixed edge. Fill joints with polymeric sand that locks the pavers together while remaining permeable to drainage. Install edge restraints to prevent lateral movement over time.
The result
A finished installation that should remain flat and stable for the long haul. The base — the part nobody sees — is what determines whether this work is still good in 15 years. We did the base correctly.
Project gallery
A few additional views of the work at 680 Warren Street.
Want to walk to this project?
680 Warren Street is a real address. We can meet you there for a walkaround, point out the specific repair work, and answer questions in person. Or we can send you photos of the precise details. Just call Sajin at 631-464-8200.