What is a Patio Paver System?

Most commonly, the term "pavers" refers to stones made from concrete. There are also pavers that are made from clay brick or natural stone. The are generally small pieces of various sizes that get installed in various colors, textures and patterns.

Because there are many joints in an interlocking concrete pavement, the pavers themselves are very strong and not prone to cracking or breaking. Most pavers are three to four times stronger than even the concrete foundation of the home. Many of the manufacturers of these paving sonnets offer lifetime warranty on them.

It's important to remember that winter weather can affect your patio. In the winter months, when the moisture in the ground freezes and thaws, the ground expands and contracts. In Kentucky, this can happen 50-60 times per year. In warmer climates, there may be less than 10 cycles in a year. Regardless, as the ground expands and contracts, it moves the patio too. This can easily lead to cracks in the weaker spots in solid surfaces, such as concrete.

With a paver patio, there are more seams across the pavement surface, allowing the pavers to individually flex each cycle and then settle back into the original position when the expansion recess.

Contact Cornerstone Masons at 859-385-5006 today to get your free paver patio estimate!