Pavers vs Stamped Concrete Drainage

13 years ago

I am trying to decide between stamped concrete vs pavers for a patio along the side of my house. I understand the pros and cons but am concerned about water DRAINAGE especially since we are installing glue down hardwood floors (on concrete slab) in the region abutting the patio.

My concern with pavers, even if they are sloped away from the house, there is still water seepage between each paver. I assume this allows ground beneath the patio to get wet which means water can also gets under the home foundation and cause moisture issues with the house foundation and the hardwood floors. With stamped concrete all water drains off the patio, no water penetrates the ground beneath the patio, and the home foundation stays dry.

Are my concerns valid or will pavers provide adequate drainage to protect home foundation if the patio is installed next to the house?

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aidan_m
13 years ago
"With stamped concrete all water drains off the patio, no water penetrates the ground beneath the patio, and the home foundation stays dry."

Concrete is porous. Concrete cracks as it cures. Plenty of water penetrates, just the same as pavers.

Think about installing a french drain along the perimeter wall underneath the new patio. That will take care of the seeping water. Sloping and drainage are very important, but you already know that. Make sure the new patio is at least a few inches lower than the slab inside the house.

You still may need to waterproof the slab for the hardwood floors. I think tile would be more fool-proof. (not to suggest you're dealing with foolery!)
john_hyatt
13 years ago
It is very important if a drain problem exists,fix that first.

No amount of covering is going to change the fall of your ground or have any lasting effect over it.

J.
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