Patios and Walkways
Hard landscaping built on compacted Type 1 granular base for frost stability. 5-year settlement guarantee.
What We Offer
Patios that do not shift or sink
Most patio failures in Edmonton are about base depth and edge restraint. River Valley Contracting excavates to 200 mm minimum for walkways, 300 mm for patios with furniture loads. Type 1 granular compacted in 100 mm lifts.
Interlocking brick from Techo-Bloc, Belgard or Barkman; natural stone — flagstone, granite setts or local sandstone; or exposed aggregate concrete.
Edges restrained with concealed polymer or steel restraints. Polymeric sand joints lock the surface together once water-activated.
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Full Scope of Work
Everything included in the price
No hidden extras. Every item below is included in your written estimate.
Site survey
Patio outline marked. Material and pattern agreed. Written quote.
Excavation
200 to 300 mm dig-out depending on use. Spoil sorted for reuse or disposal.
Base prep
Type 1 granular placed in 100 mm lifts, compacted to 95% density. Edge restraints set.
Lay + cut
Pavers or stone laid to the agreed pattern. Diamond-blade cuts for tight tolerances.
Polymeric sand
Locking sand swept into joints, activated with water spray. Top-up at 5-year warranty check.
Final clean
Surface clean-down, off-cuts removed, walkways swept.
Frequently asked
Common questions
How long does a patio installation take?
A typical 30 m² interlocking brick patio is 5 to 7 working days. Larger or natural stone scales up proportionally.
Will weeds grow between the pavers?
Polymeric sand resists weed growth for several years. Routine maintenance is a top-up every 5 to 7 years.
Brick vs stone vs aggregate?
Brick is most cost-effective and widest pattern options. Stone is premium and longest-lasting. Exposed aggregate gives seamless concrete at a mid price.
Can you build steps and seat walls in?
Yes — best designed from the start so falls, footings and materials account for them.
Do I need a development permit?
Not usually for grade-level patios under 30 m². Raised decks and structures over a certain height do require a permit.
What about hot tubs?
Hot tubs need a reinforced sub-base — typically a concrete pad or extra-depth compacted granular. We design the pad as part of the patio.
Ready to start your project?
Free written estimate from River Valley Contracting. No deposit. Same business day response.