Patio & Walkway Repair in Richmond, VA
Not every project needs to start from scratch. Many tired patios, walks and steps can be brought back with the right repair, and an honest look will tell you whether a repair makes sense or a rebuild is the better spend. RVA Hardscapes repairs paver, brick and stone work all around Richmond, from the Fan District and the Museum District out to Mechanicsville, Chesterfield and Petersburg.
Common repairs
• Sunken or uneven pavers: lift the area, fix the base, re-lay the pavers and re-sand the joints.
• Brick lifted by tree roots: reset the brick and rework the base around the roots where possible. Check with the City before cutting the roots of a street tree.
• Loose or cracked flagstone and bluestone: reset loose pieces and replace broken ones with the closest match available.
• Worn or missing mortar joints on mortared patios, walks and steps: repoint with mortar matched in color.
• Weeds and washed-out joints: clean out and refill the joints.
• Low spots that hold water: correct the slope so rain drains away.
Fix the cause, not just the surface
Most surface problems come from below: a thin or soft base, poor drainage, a downspout emptying onto the patio, or roots. We look for the cause first so the repair lasts.
Matching old work
On older homes, a repair should blend in. We'll do our best to match the brick, stone and joint color you already have, and we'll tell you up front if a close match isn't possible.