How Long Does It Take to Replace a Driveway With Pavers?

Step 3: Grading and Drainage

Water needs somewhere to go.

Before pavers are installed, grading and drainage conditions should be evaluated. This is especially important throughout Bluffton, Hilton Head, Beaufort, Charleston and Savannah, where heavy rainfall and Lowcountry site conditions can expose drainage problems quickly.

Depending on the property, the driveway may require grading adjustments or a permeable paver solution.

Step 4: Installing the Pavers

Once the foundation is ready, installation begins.

Homeowners can select from numerous paver colors, textures, sizes and patterns. Borders, contrasting colors and design details can also be incorporated to create a driveway that complements the architecture of the home.

After installation, joints and edge restraints are completed according to the specifications of the system being installed.

How Long Does a Paver Driveway Installation Take?

One of the first questions homeowners ask American Paving Design when considering a new driveway is simple: How long is my driveway going to be under construction?

The answer depends on the size, design, site conditions, material availability, drainage requirements and complexity of the project. A professional paver driveway installation is more than simply removing an old driveway and putting pavers in its place.

The preparation underneath your driveway is one of the most important parts of the entire project.

Step 1: Removing the Existing Driveway

For a driveway replacement, the existing concrete, asphalt, pavers or other material typically needs to be removed first.

This gives the installation team access to the area underneath the driveway so the site can be properly excavated and prepared.

Removal can reveal conditions that weren't completely visible during the initial estimate, including poor soil conditions, drainage concerns or inadequate existing base material.

Step 2: Preparing the Driveway Base

You may never see this portion of your finished driveway, but it can have a major impact on how that driveway performs.

A paver driveway requires a properly prepared base designed to support vehicle traffic. Excavation depth, base materials, compaction and site conditions all matter.

At American Paving Design, we believe a beautiful driveway should be built correctly from the ground up—not just look good on installation day.

What Can Delay a Driveway Installation?

Weather is one of the biggest variables in outdoor construction.

Heavy rain, unexpected site conditions, material availability, inspections, drainage modifications and changes requested by the homeowner can all affect the schedule.

For this reason, driveway installation dates should be considered a construction window rather than an absolute guarantee.

Planning a Paver Driveway in South Carolina or Georgia?

A driveway is one of the largest hardscape surfaces on most residential properties. Taking the time to properly plan the base, drainage, materials and design can make a major difference in the finished project.

American Paving Design designs and installs paver driveways throughout the South Carolina Lowcountry and coastal Georgia, including Bluffton, Hilton Head Island, Beaufort, Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Savannah and surrounding communities.

Stop repairing. Start replacing.

If your current driveway is cracked, dated, sinking or simply doesn't fit the look of your home anymore, schedule a consultation with American Paving Design to explore your driveway replacement options.