Lift it, fix the base, set it back flat.
Paver, flagstone and stone patio repair: lifting sunken areas, rebuilding the base, resetting stone and restoring joints and edges.
- Process: Lift, rebuild base, reset
- Reuse: Original pavers when possible
- Cause: Always identified
What it is, and why it matters.
Sunken pavers are almost always a base or drainage problem. We mark the area, lift the pavers and set them aside, dig out the failed base, find out why it failed (a washout, a thin base, a broken pipe or a root) and rebuild it properly before setting the same pavers back in the same pattern. New joint sand and edge restraint finish the job.
Repairs in Nashville often involve downspouts, clay that has moved and old builder bases that were never compacted. We fix the water issue as well as the surface, so the repair stays flat instead of coming back next year.
Four things done right.
Cause found first
Water, soil or base problem identified.
Rebuilt base
Compacted stone, not just sand.
Same pavers, same pattern
Repairs blend in.
Edges restored
Restraint added where it failed.
From first visit to sinking paver leveling & repair.
- 01
Mark and lift
Photograph, mark and remove the sunken area.
- 02
Diagnose and rebuild
Find the cause and rebuild the base.
- 03
Reset
Re-screed and reset pavers in pattern.
- 04
Joint and compact
Fill joints, compact and clean.
Sinking Paver Leveling & Repair across Middle Tennessee.
We do this work in 28 cities, from downtown Nashville to Franklin, Murfreesboro and beyond.
Sinking Paver Leveling & Repair: common questions
Why are my pavers sinking?
Usually a base issue: too thin, not compacted or washed out by water. Sometimes a downspout, a leaking pipe or tree roots are the cause. We investigate before repairing.
Can you match old pavers?
We reuse your existing pavers for repairs, so the pattern and color stay consistent.
How do I get a price for sinking paver leveling & repair?
Fill in the form or call 615-431-3789. We schedule a free visit, measure and review your ideas and send a written proposal that lists exactly what is included.
Ready to talk about sinking paver leveling & repair?
A free visit and a written proposal. A real person calls back, usually the same day.