Good paving stone installation is built from the ground up. In Laval and across the North Shore, clay-heavy soil and aggressive freeze-thaw cycles put outdoor surfaces under constant pressure, which means every project has to be engineered for the conditions it will actually face.
Paysagement Duguay is a paving stone contractor serving Laval, Montreal, the North Shore and the South Shore. Driveways, patios, walkways, pool decks and entrances — we install them all, from excavation to the final joint sand.
Working with an experienced paver contractor in Montreal matters more than the stone you choose: the base under the surface is what determines whether it stays flat after ten freeze-thaw cycles.
Driveway paving is our most requested service. A paving stone driveway handles vehicle loads, resists de-icing salt better than asphalt, and can be repaired one stone at a time instead of being resurfaced entirely.
For driveway paving in Laval and Montreal, we excavate to the required depth, install and compact a granular base in layers, then lay the stones with proper edge restraints so the perimeter does not spread over time.
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Beyond driveways, our paving stone services cover patios, garden walkways, front steps, pool surrounds and coping. Paving stones integrate naturally with retaining walls, planting beds and exterior staircases, which is why they anchor most of the landscaping projects we build.
Paving stone installation follows five steps: excavation, granular foundation, edging, bedding layer, then laying and compacting the stones. Polymeric sand locks the joints and limits weed growth.
We adjust the depth of the base to the use of the surface — a pedestrian walkway and a two-car driveway do not require the same foundation.
We install products from Techo-Bloc, Permacon, Trans-Pavé, Richer, Bolduc and Rinox, in a wide range of colours, formats and textures. We help you choose a combination that works with the architecture of the house rather than against it.
If your property is prone to water pooling or subject to municipal runoff restrictions, permeable pavers provide an eco-friendly alternative to standard paving stones. Built with open-graded stone joints and a specialized reservoir base, they allow heavy rainwater to filter naturally into the ground while offering the exact same durability, strength, and high-end aesthetic as traditional driveways and patios.
Whether you are planning a new driveway, a backyard patio, or any other paving stone installation in Laval or the surrounding area, our team is ready to help. We will work with you to design and build something that matches your property, your timeline, and your budget.
In most cases, it comes back to the base. A foundation that was too shallow, poorly compacted, or sitting on soil with bad drainage will move when the ground freezes and thaws. In Laval and across the North Shore, clay soil is widespread and particularly vulnerable to those seasonal shifts.
We have followed the top installation standards from manufacturers like Techo-Bloc for over 15 years, adjusting base depth to match the soil type and how the surface will be used.
It depends on the load the surface will carry, the type of soil on your property, and how well water drains away from the area.
General starting points are:
• 6 to 12 inches for a patio or pedestrian path
• 12 to 24 inches for a driveway or parking area
At Paysagement Duguay, each paving stone installation is planned around the actual conditions on site and the specifications from the manufacturer. All our paving work includes a written 2-year warranty.
When polymeric sand is applied correctly, it does a strong job of keeping weeds out and joints tight. If the surface has not been maintained or the original installation was not done properly, some growth can sneak through over the years. Getting the compaction right and using a quality sand product makes a noticeable difference.
Techo-Pro is a network of contractors who have trained directly with Techo-Bloc and consistently meet high standards across paving stone installation and landscaping work.
Certified members are required to carry valid liability insurance and back their work with a minimum 2-year warranty. Paysagement Duguay is a proud Techo-Pro contractor, and that certification reflects our ongoing commitment to doing the job right.