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Stormwater

Permeable pavers

Permeable pavers can reduce runoff and help with stormwater requirements, but they need a different base section, joint stone, edge restraint, and maintenance plan than standard pavers.

Definition

Permeable pavers are paver systems designed with joints and base layers that let water pass through into a drainage base or infiltration area.

Why it matters

Homeowners should not compare permeable and standard paver bids only by square-foot price. The base, excavation, drainage outlet, and maintenance assumptions are different.

Also called

pervious paverspermeable pavingstormwater pavers