Demolition & Excavation
Existing concrete, old pavers, landscaping or unsuitable material may need to be removed before the new system can be built.
- Existing surface removal
- Excavation depth
- Debris handling
Paver Cost & Planning • Jacksonville, FL
The square footage is only one part of a paver estimate. Excavation, base preparation, drainage, access, demolition, border details and the selected paver system can change the labor and material scope significantly.
A useful paver proposal explains the work under the surface as clearly as the pavers you see on top. Proper base preparation is what helps the finished area stay level over time.

Overview
Two paver projects with the same square footage can require very different work. One may be installed in an open backyard with easy access, while another requires concrete removal, tight equipment access, drainage correction and additional base preparation.
Material selection also matters. Paver size, pattern, border treatment, cuts and edge restraint affect installation time and material quantities, especially on driveways, curved walkways and pool-deck layouts.
For that reason, Braga Remodeling prices paver work after reviewing the site and scope instead of publishing a one-size-fits-all number that ignores preparation and access conditions.
Existing surface
Removal can change the scope
Base preparation
Excavation, aggregate and compaction
Site access
Equipment and material movement
Layout details
Pattern, borders, cuts and edges
Cost Drivers
Existing concrete, old pavers, landscaping or unsuitable material may need to be removed before the new system can be built.
Base material, depth and compaction are critical parts of the system and should be considered separately from the visible paver finish.
The finished surface needs to move water in the intended direction without creating avoidable low spots against the house or adjoining areas.
Paver size, pattern, border design, curves and cuts affect both material quantities and installation time.
Our Process
We measure the area and review the existing surface, access, drainage and transitions around the project.
We discuss the paver style, pattern and finish details that affect quantities and installation work.
Demolition, excavation, base, compaction, grade and edge conditions are incorporated into the written scope.
You receive a written estimate for the Braga Remodeling scope before installation is scheduled.
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Every photo on this page is our own work in Jacksonville and Northeast Florida.

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Send us the project location and what you want to build. We will review the site, preparation needs and finish details before pricing the Braga Remodeling scope. Prefer to talk? Call (904) 520-1994 or email braga@bragaremodeling.com.
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