Paver Driveway Installation and Design
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A cracked, heaving, or aging asphalt driveway is usually one of the first things anyone notices about a property. A paver driveway solves that differently. It’s built from individual units that flex with the ground instead of one solid surface that cracks under it.
A Plus Landscaping has worked as a paver driveway contractor across Central PA since 2006, one contractor from design through construction. For homeowners in Lancaster, Harrisburg, Hershey, or Mechanicsburg searching for paver driveways near me, here’s how that project actually goes, from the first call to a finished driveway.
Why Pavers Instead of Asphalt or Concrete
A paver driveway is built from individual units set over a compacted base, with sand-filled joints that let the surface move slightly as the ground shifts underneath it. Asphalt and poured concrete are single continuous surfaces, which is exactly why they crack.
There’s nowhere for the movement to go except through the material itself. That flexibility is what keeps the surface level through ground movement, and it’s also why a damaged section can be fixed without redoing the whole driveway.
Why pavers hold up better than asphalt or concrete:
- Flex at the joints instead of cracking under ground movement
- Individual units lift out and reset without repaving the whole driveway
- No large patch that has to blend in with the surrounding surface
How Pavers Handle Ground Movement
A paver driveway’s joints give the surface room to shift as the ground moves, instead of fracturing the way a solid surface does. Central PA winters put that flexibility to the test.
Freeze-thaw cycles push and pull at whatever’s underneath, and a solid surface has no way to absorb that movement without cracking somewhere. That’s the same pattern that cracks sidewalks and foundations across the region every winter, and it’s the main reason paver driveways tend to hold up longer here.
What Happens If a Section Gets Damaged
If a section of a paver driveway settles, cracks, or gets stained beyond cleaning, the affected pavers can be lifted, the base underneath repaired, and the same pavers reset without repaving the entire driveway.
Asphalt and concrete don’t offer that option. A full section usually has to be cut out and replaced, and the patch rarely blends in. That’s a difference homeowners tend to notice a few years in, once a driveway has had a full winter or two to settle.
What We Build
A brick paver driveway is one of the most requested styles in Central PA, but pavers come in a range of materials and layout patterns, and the right choice depends on the look of the house.
Layout and border details get decided during the same site visit that measures the grade. How the project fits with the rest of the yard matters too, along with whether drainage is a bigger concern than looks.
Brick Pavers
A traditional look that pairs well with older Central PA homes.
Natural Stone Pavers
A heavier, more textured surface.
Border and Accent Patterns
Defines the edge of the driveway or marks a transition to a walkway or entry.
Not every driveway problem is about the surface material. If drainage or runoff is a bigger concern for your property than the driveway surface itself, permeable pavers are often the better fit.
One Contractor, Start to Finish
One team plans the driveway alongside the rest of your property, not just the pavement itself. That includes a connecting walkway, a retaining wall handling a grade change, or a full outdoor living project alongside it. There’s no separate paving contractor to bring in and coordinate with.
How We Work
As a paver driveway contractor, we run every project the same way. A site visit comes first, then a design built around what that visit turns up, then construction and financing handled by the same team.
1. Call or reach out online.
A Design Professional calls you back within one to two business days to schedule a site visit.
2. We walk the property with you.
That includes the current driveway, the grade, and how it connects to the rest of the yard.
3. We build a custom design around what the property needs.
For larger projects, we produce full 3D renderings before anyone breaks ground.
4. Certified installers build the driveway.
The same team that designed the drainage plan installs it.
5. Financing is available through HFS Financial
If you want flexibility on how the project is paid for.
Why A Plus
A Plus Landscaping has spent nearly twenty years building in this specific soil and climate, and the same family has owned the company the entire time.
Built for Central PA Soil and Winters
As a paver driveway contractor working in Central PA for nearly twenty years, we build around the soil, the grade changes, and the winters this region actually produces, using a design specific to your property rather than a generic spec written for somewhere else.
That local experience is why the freeze-thaw performance described above holds up on the properties we actually build for, not just in a manufacturer’s spec sheet.
Family-Owned Since 2006
A Plus Landscaping is family-owned, founded by Marcus Waldner in 2006, and every project is built by certified installers. We serve Lancaster, Harrisburg, Hershey, Mechanicsburg, Middletown, Reading, and the surrounding Central PA communities. That kind of continuity is rare in a trade where subcontracting is the norm.
Start Your Driveway Project
If your driveway is cracking, heaving, or just past its point of looking good, that’s where we start. We’ll walk the property, look at what’s actually causing the problem, and put together a design built around your yard, not a generic template.
Frequently Asked Questions About Paver Driveway Installation
Is a paver driveway better than asphalt or concrete?
Yes, for most homeowners planning to keep the driveway for decades. Asphalt and poured concrete cost less upfront, but they crack under the same freeze-thaw cycles any solid surface faces here, and a full section usually has to be torn out and replaced when that happens. Pavers cost more upfront but hold up longer and cost less to fix over time.
How much does a paver driveway cost in Central PA?
Cost depends on the size of the driveway, the materials chosen, and the site preparation required. A Plus Landscaping provides a detailed proposal after an on-site consultation. Financing is available through HFS Financial.
Can a damaged paver driveway be repaired without repaving the whole thing?
Yes. A Plus can lift and reset the affected pavers instead of replacing the whole driveway, and the exact scope, whether that’s a handful of pavers or a full section, gets confirmed once the damage is seen in person.
How long does it take to install a paver driveway?
That depends on the project. Larger driveways and more extensive site prep or drainage work take longer, and A Plus confirms the actual schedule during the site visit.
Do paver driveways need sealing?
No. Sealing isn’t required for a paver driveway to function, but it’s a common maintenance step. It helps resist oil and tire stains, preserves color, and stabilizes the joint sand against erosion from rain and plowing, which keeps weeds from taking hold between the pavers.
How do pavers affect home value?
Pavers are a durable, repairable driveway surface that tends to hold up well over time, and that kind of durability is generally seen as a plus when a home goes on the market.
Can a paver driveway be installed alongside a retaining wall or walkway?
Yes. A driveway is often planned together with a retaining wall when there’s a grade change involved, or with a connecting walkway, since A Plus designs and builds the whole project as one contractor.
What's the difference between brick and natural stone pavers for a driveway?
Brick pavers tend to suit a more traditional look and pair well with older Central PA homes, while natural stone offers a heavier, more textured surface. The right choice depends on the style of the house and the rest of the property.
