Paving can be installed over existing concrete or asphalt as long as it is in reasonably good shape. To ensure an adequate foundation for the brick, the existing concrete slab or asphalt should be inspected and repaired as necessary. Any cracks, chips, holes, dips or spalls should be repaired in order to achieve a flat surface. The brick can be installed either with or without mortar. If no mortar is used, a half-inch setting bed of coarse sand should be laid and compacted.

Yes, provided you have ample room to allow for the additional 3 inches that will be above the concrete. If this is going into a doorway, you may have a problem with clearance. Also, the concrete should be free of any major cracks. Remember, any movement in the concrete slabs that you are going over will show themselves in the surface of the paving stones. See similar questions...

Yes, it requires a Zoning Permit ($75) to determine impervious coverage restrictions for the zoning district you are located in. See similar questions...

A new brick pavement can be constructed on asphalt, concrete, or compacted gravel as a base. For asphalt and concrete bases, the base material should be installed according to standard construction procedure and then the brick can be constructed on top. (See previous question.) For a compacted gravel base, the earth below should be well compacted. All brick pavements should have the earth graded to a minimum slope of quarter-inch per foot for drainage. See similar questions...

A : While this is not the preferred method, your installation can be laid over top of existing concrete walkways, providing there is not substantial heaving in the existing area. Several other issues need to be addressed. First, the grade will need to be raised by about 3" (the thickness of the bricks plus bedding sand or bonding agent). This is particularly critical if any doorways are involved. See similar questions...

StreetPrint? can be installed very quickly with relatively little disruption, so it is usually much less costly and disruptive than concrete alternatives. StreetPrint? uses asphalt as its base. Asphalt is a flexible surface that is more likely to accept shifting due to weather extremes and can resist cracking commonly associated with other paving systems. Vehicle braking/accelerating and steering will not shift or break StreetPrint?, as often happens with brick pavers. See similar questions...

Yes, you can put pavers over concrete. There can be cracks in the old patio as long as it is still level and has not "heaved" up in any areas. Concrete makes a great base for our products. We will still need to retain the border of your project. See similar questions...

Absolutely! 12"-18" of compacted base material is recommended for residential driveways. A standard 2-3/8 thick paver can be used for light vehicular (cars and pickup truck) applications. A Colonial random pattern is most popular in these situations. See similar questions...

The reasons are many. First, a properly placed concrete driveway has a much longer life expectancy than an asphalt driveway. A concrete driveway is much cooler in the summer months. Residue from an asphalt driveway can potentially be tracked into your home. This problem does not occur with a concrete driveway. There are many architectural applications for concrete. This allows for different colors, textures, etc. See similar questions...

The main reason that people seal their Brick Pavers or Decorative Concrete is to create an enhanced "wet" look. This will deepen the colors and add a satin to semi gloss shine. It will also protect the pavers and cement from spills, oils, and the degrading effects of the sun. See similar questions...

Yes, you can use our panels on any surface. You will need to use our industrial strength adhesive and / or masonry screws. See similar questions...

No. You can incorporate all of these into your landscape, but we will not include these areas in determining your incentive. We will subtract these nonpermeable areas from those that meet our conditions when determining your incentive. However, if the patio or walkway is brick or flagstone with sand grouting (not concrete) allowing air and water to pass through, these could be included in your conversion area, assuming all other program conditions are met. See similar questions...

Choose Omars Paving Stones for any paving project. Omars Paving Stones system will instantly improve your home's appearance and increase its appraised value. With dozens of shapes and colors to choose from, design possibilities for driveways, walkways, patios & pools, sunrooms and other areas are endless. See similar questions...

Yes, many of our boxes have been installed in many encasements. Special orders have been made to install in a fence with rear retrieval. Many special orders have been used, but for brick, stone, or concrete you can install them as is. Some will ask for the flag separate in order to place it on the brick column. See similar questions...

No. Concrete provides a sub-base without flexibility. This may result in the decomposed granite cracking due to expansion and contraction with changes in moisture content and temperature. See similar questions...

Yes, our industrial sealers will protect your existing stone work or driveways from harmful elements and provide a luster to bring out the natural look or colors back to life. See similar questions...

No. Most brick pavers only require power washing and replacing any joint sand that has washed away, as needed. This is a simple process that is completed in a short time. See similar questions...

No. Sealing is a personal choice. Sealing can help enhance colors, protect against stains, and prevent joint sand from washing out. See similar questions...

If the cracks in your driveway have started to drop or heave too much, which means that it doesn't have much reinforcing steel, it is recommended the old driveway be broken out before pavers are laid. If your cracked driveway is still basically flat then it can used for a base for your pavers. Any minor dips can be filled with concrete mix before spreading your sand. See similar questions...