The Ground Source Blog

Posted by Joe Mouad on Jul 23, 2024 9:45:00 AM

What Are the Layers Under My Pavers? Understanding Paver Base Preparation

You probably think the most impressive layer of your new paver patio or driveway is the top layer. It looks amazing.

But the stuff you can’t see is just as impressive, from the layer underneath that helps it drain to the edging that keeps it from falling apart to the sand that holds the pavers together to the sealer that protects the whole masterpiece.

Posted by Joe Mouad on Jun 21, 2024 1:32:00 PM

How to Plan Your Central Florida Landscape Design

Planning your big new Florida landscaping project? Man, there’s a lot to think about, right?

How much will it cost? What do you really need? Your head must be spinning.

Maybe head outside and relax on the paver patio, or chill beneath your poolside pergola while you sort it all out.

Posted by Joe Mouad on Jun 11, 2024 10:16:00 AM

8 Best Small Landscaping Projects That Make a Big Difference

Maybe you have dreams for a splashy big landscaping renovation, but you’d like to just dip your toe in first.

Simple landscaping ideas can make a big difference, powering up some curb appeal, setting the scene for family fun, or creating a peaceful hangout for your private backyard haven. (That last phrase sounds so great, let’s repeat it: private backyard haven. Sigh.)

Posted by Joe Mouad on Mar 14, 2024 9:45:00 AM

5 Tips to Prevent Weeds Growing Between Pavers in Your Patio or Driveway

Can we all take a minute to swear about weeds?

They’re in your lawn, in your flower beds and they even sneak into your planters.

You might think you fooled the leafy villains with that paver project. There’s no way weeds can sprout in hard concrete pavers, right?

Sorry. If you think pavers can prevent weeds, you don’t know weeds.

Posted by Joe Mouad on Dec 19, 2023 10:45:00 AM

Paver Repairs: Signs It's Time to Repair or Replace Concrete Pavers

Everybody remembers the day their new paver project was finished.

It was the greatest thing you’ve ever seen, right?

You posted so many patio photos on Instagram your kids were embarrassed. You sat out in the driveway so long with your groceries, just looking at those pretty pavers, your mint chip ice cream melted.

But stuff happens.

Posted by Joe Mouad on Aug 10, 2023 10:30:00 AM

Paver Sealing: Why It's Important, & How Often to Do It

It’s hard to beat that new paver feeling, when you linger in your driveway a few extra minutes just to admire how great it looks.

Or, in rarer situations, you move your bed out to the patio because you can’t bear to leave the beauty of it all.

Paver projects add a huge visual boost to your home, but they won’t continue to look great without occasional sealing.