Paver Re-Leveling & Repair
Individual pavers sink over time as the base underneath settles or erodes — usually from water pooling in one spot, poor original base prep, or just years of freeze-thaw cycling. The fix isn't just resanding around a sunken paver; it needs to be lifted, the base built back up and compacted properly, and reset level with its neighbours.
Left alone, sunken pavers become trip hazards and create low spots where water pools instead of draining — which then accelerates the same erosion that caused the sinking in the first place.
- Affected pavers lifted and base rebuilt underneath
- Proper compaction to prevent re-sinking
- Fixes pooling/drainage issues at the source
- Often combined with resanding for a complete fix
What it costs in Kitchener
- Minor spot repair (few pavers): $150–$350
- Larger area re-leveling: $8–$15 per sq ft of affected area
- Combined with resanding: often discounted vs. booking separately
Paver Re-Leveling FAQs
Why did my pavers sink in the first place?
Usually poor original base compaction, water pooling and eroding the base underneath, or natural settling over many years — crews can usually tell you the likely cause during assessment.
Will they sink again after repair?
Proper base rebuild and compaction significantly reduces the chance, but if there's an underlying drainage issue nearby (like a downspout draining onto the area), that's worth addressing too.
Is this a big, disruptive job?
Spot repairs of a few pavers are usually quick, done within a few hours. Larger sunken areas take longer since more base work is involved.
Can this be combined with cleaning and sealing?
Yes — many people fix leveling issues at the same time as a full clean/resand/seal refresh.