Can pavers be laid on top of dirt without causing a drainage problem?
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KMS Woodworks on Jul 03, 2013Water will pass between the pavers...so that part is not an issue. What is more of a concern is how the space is sloped. Proper grading will have more of an impact than the stones.Helpful Reply
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360 Sod (Donna Dixson) on Jul 03, 2013If you can provide a picture with the slope showing it might help determine if the pavers with impact the flow of the water. If you take the picture get a good ways back from the area so we can see how the water might possibly be flowing. I agree partially with @KMS Woodworks the slope is the determining factor, however the pavers may actually impede or change the flow of the drainage.Helpful Reply
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Beverly on Jul 03, 2013actually, there isn't a slope. It's all flat ground except for the window well. I will take picture and figure out how to post it. ThanksHelpful Reply
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Cynthia on Jul 04, 2013I had a walkway and laid pavers on top. It blocked the flow of water. So yes it is possible. Since the pavers are above ground level they will block any water running towards them. It may divert it around, but honestly, cut down into the soil and lay them. Once i removed mine, the problem of water backup went away.Helpful Reply
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Beverly on Jul 07, 2013I still didn't get a picture posted, but based on these comments, I think I will put in the extra effort and lay the pavers properly (or if I get lazy, I'll find another use for them). Thanks for the advice.Helpful Reply
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360 Sod (Donna Dixson) on Jul 07, 2013Good luck @Beverly and let us know how it turns out!Helpful Reply
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