Paver Walkways & Driveways

Why Pavers Beat Concrete Every Time

Your driveway and walkways work hard every single day. They face car traffic, foot traffic, snow removal equipment, road salt, and our brutal North Dakota freeze-thaw cycles. Concrete might seem like the obvious choice, but interlocking pavers deliver better performance and better looks that last decades longer.

Unlike concrete that cracks and settles into ugly, irreparable slabs, pavers flex with ground movement. Each individual piece moves independently, which means the whole surface can handle settling and frost heave without visible damage. If one paver ever does crack or stain, we pop it out and replace just that piece. Try doing that with a concrete driveway.

Pavers also give you design flexibility that concrete cannot match. You choose from hundreds of colors, shapes, and patterns. Create borders, accents, and custom designs that complement your home's architecture. Our Fargo masonry team designs walkways and driveways that look intentional and professionally planned, not just like someone poured a slab.

The initial cost runs higher than basic concrete, but pavers save you money over time. They last two to three times longer than concrete when properly installed. No expensive crack repairs, no replacing entire sections, and no need to resurface every few years. Plus, paver driveways and walkways significantly boost your home's resale value.

Design Options and Material Selection

The variety of paver options can feel overwhelming. Let us walk you through what matters so you can make confident choices that you will love for years to come.

Concrete pavers come in every color you can imagine, from subtle grays and tans to bold reds and browns. Modern manufacturing creates pavers that mimic natural stone, aged brick, or even wood planks. You choose from different thicknesses based on use, with driveway pavers being thicker and stronger than walkway pavers. Shapes range from traditional rectangles to hexagons, circles, and interlocking patterns.

Natural stone pavers like granite and bluestone cost more but deliver unmatched beauty and character. Every stone is unique, and the colors never fade. Stone pavers work beautifully for walkways and entrances where appearance matters most. For driveways, many homeowners choose concrete pavers for the main area and natural stone accents at borders or the entry.

Pattern choice affects both appearance and installation cost. Simple running bond patterns install faster and cost less. Herringbone, basket weave, and circular patterns create more visual interest but require more labor and cutting. We show you samples of different patterns and explain how they work with your space and budget.

During your consultation, we bring actual paver samples to your home. We lay them out in your driveway or walkway area so you can see them in real lighting conditions against your home's exterior. This helps you make choices based on how things actually look in your specific situation, not just in a showroom. We also discuss practical considerations like drainage requirements and local building codes that might affect your project.