Why Are My Patio Pavers Sinking?

Patios Provide Curb Appeal to Your Home

There are many possible causes for your pavers to sink.

Pavers on your patio are not only a great way to add curb appeal but they’re also a great addition for those who enjoy spending evenings outdoors or having parties and barbecues. The most popular patios are brick and stone pavers because they are elegant, strong, and easy to maintain.

After a while, you will notice that the paver patio doesn’t look right. We will explain why your patio is sinking.

1. Unstable Ground

If you don’t have a solid base, it will likely sink shortly after installation or after some time. To solve this problem, you must remove any loose soil before you place compressed gravel and then a layer of sand. If you fail to follow these steps, your base will be unstable.

If you don’t use essential tools like a level or edger, it can cause pavers to move or gaps.

Keep an eye out for soil shifting below the foundation due to natural causes. This can cause the patios to sink.

2. Erosion

Water erosion is one of the main reasons patios sink with time. Water erosion can occur beneath the sand and gravel used to lay out the patio paver. The sand that you use to lay your patio pavers will also erode over time, increasing the water flow between them and causing uneven surfaces.

3. Tree Roots

If they are too close, trees and large shrubs may sink patios. Gravel and sand in the paver base are ideal for spreading the roots of trees and larger plants. Tree roots can be twice as big as their canopy.

Trees that used to be near your patio may also cause it to sink. The decomposition process of tree roots is responsible for this.

4. Earthquakes

A land shift can affect your patio. The magnitude of the quake will determine the shift. The shift can be small or large. A patio can be affected by an earthquake, but it can do much more damage to your home and you.

Relocating is the best option if you live in a region that experiences frequent earthquakes.

5. Drainage Problems

You may have a drainage problem if you notice that a large part of your patio is sinking. A sewer pipe may be leaking water under the surface of the patio, causing it to become damp and weaken the base. The best option in this situation is to seek expert help. The first step in solving your patio sinking problem is to identify the cause.

This post was written by a professional at Apexx Enterprise LLC. Adam Ortega founded the company Apexx Enterprise LLC, in 2016 at only 20 years old. Mr. Ortega has become a licensed general contractor Tucson in the state of Arizona like his father and grandfather before him. Apexx Enterprise LLC is licensed, bonded, and insured and it is available for review at the Better Business Bureau. Apexx Enterprise LLC has won many achievements within the Home Advisor platform and we have multiple reviews as well. Their Mission Statement – “Our crew at Apexx Enterprise will perform the highest quality construction services for our customers. We aim to achieve our mission through total service satisfaction and by delivering our services while maintaining the highest levels of professionalism, integrity, and honesty.” Click here to learn more!