Repair Mortared Set Pavers
How to Repair Mortared Pavers
This article will provide a guide to repairing sunken, loose, cracked, chipped or damaged mortar set pavers. Repairing mortar set pavers damage is a little more complex than repairing sand set pavers, so this may be a good time to seek the help of a professional. |
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If you have noticed that your mortar set pavers have sunken in areas then this may be a larger problem, than just the settlement of the ground over time. Mortared pavers installations that have sunken are commonly related to the drainage conditions of the site.
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Therefore, once the damaged pavers have been removed, go over the site carefully, so as to determine the actual cause of the damage. It is important that your paved areas are safe to walk on as well as appealing to the eye. |
Materials and Tools
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Start off by using a sledgehammer and chisel to carefully remove the damaged or sunken pavers. Try not to break the pavers in the process; this may save you having to buy new pavers.
Step Two: Examine the Base
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Once you have removed the sunken pavers, you should now examine the base to determine what the cause of the sinking pavers is. If you think that there is a lot of damage to the base then you will need to remove it, with the use of a sledgehammer. |
Then replace the base with new concrete, but be sure to fix the underlying problem first. If you have problems in finding the cause of the problem, it is always a good idea to use reinforcing wire mesh.
If you are not going to replace the concrete slab, then use a sand mix to level the base to rest of the pavement. Allow it to cure for a few days before replacing the pavers. Be sure to clean the area before placing in the sand mix.
Step Three: Replacing the Pavers
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