What's involved
How a pavers, driveways & fencing job goes
Layout and approvals
Property lines, setbacks, drainage and utilities are checked, then city permits and HOA approval are submitted.
Excavation and base
The base is what keeps pavers from sinking. Proper depth and compaction matter more than the paver itself.
Installation
Pavers are laid, edged and compacted with sand, or concrete is poured and finished. Fence posts are set to the required depth.
Sealing and inspection
Pavers can be sealed to resist stains and weeds, and the city inspects where required.
South Florida specifics
What's different here
The things a contractor from out of the area can miss.
- Driveway work near the street often needs a separate permit for the city or county right-of-way.
- Florida's pool safety law has specific barrier requirements, so a fence around a pool must meet those rules.
- Drainage is critical in South Florida's heavy rain. New hardscape shouldn't send water toward your house or a neighbor's.
Before you hire
What I make sure is in your estimate
When I connect you with a contractor, these are the items I check so nothing gets added halfway through the job.
- Base depth and compaction in the bid
- Drainage plan for new hardscape
- Permit and right-of-way permit if needed
- HOA approval for material and color
- Pool barrier compliance for pool fences
- Sealing included or optional
Questions
Pavers, Driveways & Fencing: common questions
Do I need a permit for pavers or a fence?
In most South Florida cities, yes for driveways and fences, and often for patios and pool decks. Work near the street may need a right-of-way permit too.
Why do my old pavers keep sinking?
Usually the base was too thin or not compacted. A good installation starts with proper excavation and base material.
What does a pool fence need?
Florida's pool safety law sets barrier requirements, such as height and self-closing gates. Your contractor should build to them and to your city's rules.
Related
Often done together
Areas served
Every city in Miami-Dade and Broward.
Wherever your home is in South Florida, I'll connect you with a licensed contractor who already works in your area.
Miami-Dade County
- Aventura
- Bal Harbour
- Bay Harbor Islands
- Biscayne Park
- Coral Gables
- Cutler Bay
- Doral
- El Portal
- Florida City
- Golden Beach
- Hialeah
- Hialeah Gardens
- Homestead
- Indian Creek
- Key Biscayne
- Medley
- Miami
- Miami Beach
- Miami Gardens
- Miami Lakes
- Miami Shores
- Miami Springs
- North Bay Village
- North Miami
- North Miami Beach
- Opa-locka
- Palmetto Bay
- Pinecrest
- South Miami
- Sunny Isles Beach
- Surfside
- Sweetwater
- Virginia Gardens
- West Miami
- Kendall
- Westchester
- Brickell
- Coconut Grove
- Unincorporated Miami-Dade
Broward County
- Coconut Creek
- Cooper City
- Coral Springs
- Dania Beach
- Davie
- Deerfield Beach
- Fort Lauderdale
- Hallandale Beach
- Hillsboro Beach
- Hollywood
- Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
- Lauderdale Lakes
- Lauderhill
- Lazy Lake
- Lighthouse Point
- Margate
- Miramar
- North Lauderdale
- Oakland Park
- Parkland
- Pembroke Park
- Pembroke Pines
- Plantation
- Pompano Beach
- Sea Ranch Lakes
- Southwest Ranches
- Sunrise
- Tamarac
- West Park
- Weston
- Wilton Manors
- Unincorporated Broward
Get connected
Tell me about your pavers, driveways & fencing project.
I'll call or text you back, usually the same day, and connect you with the right licensed contractor.