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One of the most common questions that we get asked is, how much does a paver driveway cost? Today we are going to discuss with you the cost of a paver driveway installation as it relates to a small, medium and large size driveway. 


Add Value to your home!


With a distinctive paving stone treatment that adds value to your home, hang a unique welcome sign. Visible upgrades, like those in the front yard, are likely to give homeowners their money back. To improve first impressions, think about enhancing your planter borders with a stylish stone accent. Create a magnificent entry with a new pathway that not only enhances the aesthetic value of your property but also makes it more inviting. Wood is nice, but a concrete slab that requires no upkeep will guarantee a timeless appearance. So keep in mind the great outdoors and the fact that you only get one chance to make a first impression when planning initiatives that add value to your home.


How much does it REALLY cost to install pavers?

If you are finally ready to enhance your homes entrance and rid your ugly concrete or asphalt driveway or patio, you are probably wondering what the cost will be to install a new paver driveway or patio. In this blog we will highlight the costs of a small, medium (average) or large size driveway! 

Paver driveway

How much does a small paver driveway cost?


1000 sq ft or less

Lets begin with a small size driveway. A smaller paver driveway installation will usually measure 1,000 square feet or less. To remove your existing driveway material and install a new base and pavers, you will be looking at approximately $ 8,000 - $15,000 dollars. Although each company is different, your hardscape contractor should include within this price, removal of the existing driveway materials, installation of the new base and pavers and clean up once the project is completed.

Paver Install

How much for an average size driveway?

1000-2000 sq ft.

If your existing driveway measures between 1000-2000 square feet and resembles the one to the left, we would consider this a medium or average sized driveway. The average cost of installing concrete pavers on this size of a driveway would be approximately $ 17,000-$ 25,000 dollars. The increase in price is because we are dealing with an overall larger square footage, more base and sand to prep and a larger quantity of pavers to install. On average most of the driveway installations that we do see range between 1300-2000 square feet.

How much for a larger driveway?

2000 sq ft +

Now, if you are dealing with a driveway that is larger in size, and resembles an area like the one below, the average cost of that new paver driveway installation could range approx. $ 25,000 to $ 50,000 or even more. In some instances, the cost of a larger driveway can become more competitive because we do have the ability to buy a larger quantity of pavers and reduce mobilization for our crews.  

Pavers

Does a Paver Patio Add Value to a Home? 

The Answer Is Yes!

When homeowners invest in a paver patio, they can expect extreme durability, minimal maintenance and — you guessed it — added value to their home.

According to Inman, a leading real estate news source, patio additions to homes (when done properly) can deliver a return on investment of anywhere between 30% to 60%. Due to the nature of paver patios and their unique characteristics, these landscape features tend to lean toward the higher end of the ROI spectrum.

Let’s take a closer look at some of the reasons behind this.

Paver Patios Have a Long Life Span

While concrete may be a durable material, there’s something to be said for how it’s installed in a

patio project. Because concrete is poured in slabs that cover a large surface area, it’s subject to crack over time — an issue that can mar the appearance of the patio, introduce safety hazards and warrant expensive repairs.

What’s unique about pavers is that individual pieces interlock to create the patio structure. This not only allows for greater flexibility in the design of an outdoor patio, but it also contributes to developing a stronger foundation that is more resistant to cracks from environmental stresses.

For potential buyers who are interested in outdoor living spaces, the long life span of a paver patio (and the subsequent costs this saves) can function as an added selling point. And in the case of Unilock pavers, for instance, there’s the option to transfer the lifetime guarantee on the installed pavers to a new homeowner. This means that Unilock will replace any materials at no cost if they prove to be defective after proper installation and maintenance.

Paver Patios Come in a Variety of Styles

When a potential buyer walks through your home (or browses photos online), they are often seeking a cohesive look. While that can mean a variance in styles, the idea is that the home should create a unified experience where every space has a purpose and there are natural connections between them.

While these concepts are most often talked about in the context of a home’s interior, the same sentiment applies to the home’s exterior — including the landscape design. Just like an outdoor kitchen or a fire pit, a patio should serve as a natural extension of the home and complement the colors, patterns and textures used elsewhere in the home. After all, as noted in an article from HGTV, it’s the patios that seem to have been there since the house was first built that offer the greatest ROI.

Available in a variety of styles, patio pavers provide the flexibility that’s needed to achieve this effect. Let’s use Unilock again as an example. Homeowners can browse between traditional, rustic and modern paver styles with color options that range from beige and grey to black and white (among others). So no matter which architectural elements a homeowner wants to emulate, there are pavers available to suit their needs.

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