Ballard Paver Patio & Walkway Repair Services

Hello, Ballard homeowners! 🌲 Are your pavers resembling a wavy ocean instead of a flat patio? It’s time for some tender loving care! Those uneven surfaces, gaps, or mossy patches are more than just aesthetics—they can pose safety hazards and indicate underlying drainage issues. At Neat & Tidy, we excel at lifting, relaying, and re-grading paver patios and walkways to ensure they are safe, appealing, and functional.

Identifying the Problems

Here’s what could be happening with your pavers:

• Sunken or heaved pavers due to Ballard’s wet winters and clay soils.
• Trip lips & loose bricks from bedding sand washed away by rain.
• Puddling near the house due to incorrect grading or runoff into your garden beds.
• Edge failure—plastic edging popping out and borders shifting.
• Moss, weeds, and ants thriving in open joints because your polymeric sand is long gone.

Our Repair Process: Step-by-Step

Here’s how we bring your pavers back to life:

1. Inspection — We’ll inspect drainage, slopes, tree roots, and settled areas to diagnose issues.
2. Lift & Sort — We’ll carefully remove pavers while preserving the original pattern and set aside any damaged pieces.
3. Base Repair — Soft spots are dug out and replaced with compacted crushed rock—no pea gravel here!
4. Grade Resetting — We screed concrete sand to ensure water drains away from structures at the proper angle (⅛–¼” per foot).
5. Paver Relay — Pavers are re-laid with tight joints and staggered seams, matching the existing pattern.
6. Edge Restraint — New edging or a concrete toe is installed to keep borders secure.
7. Compaction & Setting — A plate compactor is used to set everything in place and top up the joints.
8. Polymeric Re-sand — We broom in, vibrate, and clean with a blower before misting to activate the sand.
9. Drainage Solutions — If necessary, we can install channel drains, catch basins, or French drains to enhance drainage.
10. Cleaning & De-mossing — A low-pressure rinse, moss treatment, and efflorescence cleaning will leave your pavers looking pristine.

We don’t just cover up problems! If roots are causing issues, we’ll prune them or reroute the path for a long-term solution.

Types of Surfaces We Work On

We can handle a variety of surfaces, including:

• Concrete pavers, clay bricks, and modular slabs
• Front walks, side-yard ribbons, cozy backyard patios, trash can pads, and alley approaches
• Tight-access repairs in Ballard’s charming hills and alleys

Annual Maintenance Plan (Your Hardscape’s Routine)

Keep your hardscape in excellent condition with our annual maintenance plan:

• Joint Health — Regular inspections and sand top-ups before the rainy season to keep joints intact.
• Moss Control — Seasonal treatments and promoting sun/air circulation where possible.
• Edge Patrol — Early detection of border creep to re-secure them as needed.
• Drainage Check — Cleaning channel and basin grates to ensure smooth flow.
• Spot Lifts — We address early dips before they evolve into larger problems.

We believe in low-maintenance landscaping—fewer problems mean less work for you!

Choose Your Service Cadence

Select a schedule that meets your needs:

• Quarterly — Spring and fall resets along with two light tune-ups.
• Bi-Monthly — Great for shaded/mossy or high-traffic areas.

(If you’ve just had fresh repairs or have heavy shade, start with monthly visits for 60–90 days, then taper off.)

What’s Included in Annual Maintenance

Your annual maintenance package consists of:

• Power sweeping + low-pressure rinsing (no joint blasting, we promise!)
• Polymeric re-sand for any opened joints.
• Edge restraint checks and necessary corrections.
• Spot lifting/relaying for emerging dips and lips.
• Drainage inlet cleanout and moss/algae treatment.

Benefits of Annual Maintenance

Here are some compelling reasons to consider annual maintenance:

• Safety — Reduced trip hazards and less slime on shaded paths.
• Longevity — Tight joints minimize water infiltration and reduce repair needs.
• Aesthetic Appeal — Neat edges and even surfaces are more desirable than patchwork fixes.
• Cost Savings — Small, regular corrections can prevent expensive full replacements.

Getting Started is Easy

Here’s how it works:

1. Free Estimate — We’ll capture photos or do a quick walkthrough to provide upfront pricing.
2. Plan & Schedule — We’ll discuss drainage, patterns, and any additional services you may want.
3. Repair Day — Our team will lift, fix the base, relay pavers, secure edges, re-sand, and leave everything spotless!
4. Follow-Up — We’ll provide care tips (like when to rinse and how to spot joint loss) and discuss easy add-ons if needed.

Why Ballard Chooses Neat & Tidy

Here’s what sets us apart in Ballard:

• A local team that understands marine layer moss, winter rain, and our unique clay soils.
• Licensed & insured; we keep our work sites tidy and our crews professional.
• Transparent pricing — no hidden fees; labor, materials, hauling, and disposal are all included.
• On-time, clean finishes—no polymeric haze or gravel tracked into your home.
• A green-first approach—whenever possible, we reuse pavers and focus on effective water management.

Ready for a patio and path that stay put?

Call or text Neat & Tidy for straightforward paver repair—solid base, tight joints, and effective drainage. Let us keep your outdoor space looking fantastic—so you can relax and enjoy your Ballard home!