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Our Interlock Work
Base preparation is fundamental for a long-lasting interlock driveway-a process Northstead excels in through our innovative custom screed system. Our method of grading the entire driveway as a whole using specialized screed poles guarantees optimal slope for water runoff and averts water pooling issues near your home.
Using the correct aggregate in your sub-base is crucial for supporting the weight of your vehicles and ensuring the best compaction. We use larger aggregate with 3" chunks of stone versus our competitors' 3/4" stone. For the bedding layer just before laying bricks, we use a 3/4" chipped aggregate versus competitors' "stonedust" " because stonedust holds water, and water causes excessive rutting and premature paver deterioration.
At Northstead, we advocate for geotextile fabric in most driveways for enhanced stability and uniform weight distribution. We also use polymeric sand-its adhesive properties help prevent erosion, weeds, and insect intrusion. The result is a driveway built to handle Northern Ontario's freeze-thaw cycles for decades.
"Super super happy with the job that NorthStead did widening our paved driveway with an interlocking brick section, complete with new retaining wall and paver steps. Darin and the team were really professional and friendly, had great ideas of their own, and also open to suggestions along the way. Fully recommend their quality work!"
"Darin & his crew did an amazing job on my backyard, fence & front yard. Darin kept me updated all along. His staff worked incredibly hard through all kinds of weather conditions to keep on track. They went above & beyond & I could not be happier with the outcome."
"The Northstead crew are first rate. Nothing was rushed and all work was meticulously inspected by Darin. I highly recommend them!"
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