Repairing potholes and holes in your cobblestone driveway

Potholes and holes in your interlocking paver driveway on the North Shore can be not only unsightly but also damaging to your vehicles and a safety hazard. At Pavé Proseal, we specialize in efficiently and durably repairing these issues to give you a flawless and safe driveway.

Identifying the Causes of Potholes and Holes:

Several factors can contribute to the formation of potholes and holes in your driveway:

• Inadequate Drainage: Standing water can seep under the pavers and erode the base, creating voids that eventually collapse under the weight of vehicles.

• Insufficient Compaction of the Base During Installation: If the gravel foundation was not properly compacted, it may settle unevenly over time, leading to depressions.

• Excessive Repeated Loads: The regular passage of heavy vehicles can put excessive pressure on certain areas of the driveway, especially if the base is not sufficiently robust.

• Freeze and Thaw Cycles: Freezing and thawing can shift the pavers and base material, creating voids that turn into potholes.

How Pavé Proseal Repairs Potholes and Holes on the North Shore:

Our repair process is designed to be durable and effective:

• Assessment of the Damaged Area: We carefully examine the pothole or hole to determine its size, depth, and underlying causes.

• Removal of Damaged Pavers and Debris: The pavers around the hole are removed, along with any contaminated or unstable base material.

• Base Correction: We add and compact new base material (typically crushed gravel) to restore a solid and level foundation. We ensure proper compaction to prevent future issues.

• Reinstallation of Pavers: The original pavers (if in good condition) or new matching pavers are carefully reinstalled, ensuring alignment with the surrounding surface.

• Repointing: The joints between the repaired pavers are filled with quality jointing sand, such as polymeric sand (G2 SuperSand or G2 Max), for better stability and resistance to erosion.

Future Prevention:

After the repair, we can advise you on measures to prevent the formation of new potholes, such as improving drainage and avoiding repeated excessive loads on the driveway.

If your interlocking paver driveway on the North Shore has potholes or holes, don’t hesitate to contact Pavé Proseal for a professional and lasting repair.