Walkways Installation

For walkway installations, Empyre Outdoor Living offers a variety of materials that are both durable and aesthetically pleasing. Common choices include natural stone, brick, and concrete pavers. Natural stone, such as flagstone or slate, provides a timeless and rustic look, while brick offers a classic, traditional appeal. Concrete pavers are highly versatile and available in numerous shapes, sizes, and colors, allowing for customized designs. Each material has its unique benefits, and our team can help you select the one that best complements your landscape and meets your durability needs in Colorado’s climate.

Ensuring a level and stable walkway is crucial for both safety and longevity. At Empyre Outdoor Living, we start by properly grading the site to achieve the correct slope for drainage. We then excavate the area to the required depth and lay a base of compacted crushed stone or gravel, which provides a solid foundation and prevents shifting. On top of this base, a layer of sand is added and carefully leveled. The chosen walkway material is then meticulously installed, and the joints are filled with sand or polymeric sand to lock everything in place, ensuring a stable and even surface.

The time required to install a walkway depends on several factors, including the length and complexity of the design, as well as the materials used. Simple, straight walkways can often be completed in a day or two, while more elaborate designs with curves or intricate patterns may take longer. Weather conditions can also impact the timeline. During your consultation, our team at Empyre Outdoor Living will provide a detailed estimate of the time needed to complete your walkway, ensuring the project is completed efficiently without sacrificing quality.

Yes, we specialize in creating custom-designed walkways, including those with curves, intricate patterns, or unique layouts. Whether you envision a meandering path through your garden or a formal walkway leading to your front door, we have the expertise to bring your vision to life. We can incorporate a variety of materials, colors, and textures to create a walkway that not only enhances the beauty of your landscape but also complements the architectural style of your home. Our design team will work closely with you to ensure the final result meets your expectations.

To prevent weeds from growing between the pavers, we take several precautionary steps during the installation process. After laying the base and sand layers, we install a geotextile fabric beneath the pavers, which helps to block weed growth from below. Once the pavers are installed, the joints are filled with polymeric sand, which hardens when wet and creates a barrier against weeds. Regular maintenance, such as sweeping and occasionally reapplying polymeric sand, will help keep your walkway free of weeds and looking its best.

Colorado’s climate, with its temperature fluctuations and freeze-thaw cycles, can pose challenges for outdoor structures like walkways. However, at Empyre Outdoor Living, we use materials and installation techniques that are designed to withstand these conditions. We ensure proper drainage by grading the walkway appropriately and using a permeable base material, which helps prevent water from pooling and freezing beneath the surface. This reduces the risk of cracking and shifting, ensuring your walkway remains durable and attractive throughout the year, regardless of the weather.