The route to your home always starts from the street, from the path. And this is the beginning of your private space. But, an interlocking walkway isn’t only about a beautiful access route to your home – it needs to be strong and durable enough because it’s the base. At Oaks Home Services, we understand this well and are ready to offer you customised solutions to transform your land. We provide backyard landscaping throughout Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), and our years of craftsmanship and attention to detail ensure that every interlocking walkway will harmoniously blend in with the architecture and landscaping of your yard.
Crafting the Perfect Interlocking Walkway: Design & Installation
Our experts at Oaks specialise in creating custom interlocking walkway designs and installing them to suit your unique preferences and the architectural style of your home. Our services include:
✔ A customised design for everyone. Our designers pay close attention to your wishes to create an interlocking walkway that complements your landscape and meets your specific needs.
✔ Selection of materials. You have the opportunity to choose from an extensive range of top-quality paving stones in a multitude of colours, textures, and shapes — any solution to suit your taste.
✔ Professional installation. The final result depends on the work of our team, so we are ready to guarantee precise laying and compliance with all standards so that you get a durable and visually appealing interlocking sidewalk leading to your home.
The Oaks team is more than just another contractor. We work together with you as true outdoor artists to ensure that every facility we create reflects your personal story through thoughtful and aesthetic landscape design. We know how to combine technical knowledge with creative vision, so each of our works is a perfect harmony between form and function.
Our Latest Interlocking Walkway Gallery
We have completed so many interlocking walkway projects in Toronto and the GTA. We invite you to browse the image gallery below to see the great work that we have done. If you like something that you see, we invite you to call us at (647) 619-4977 to talk about your interlocking needs.
Seamless Interlocking Walkway Installation: How We Work
Our installation process is thorough and designed to ensure longevity:
1. Preliminary consultation and preparation of a design project. After you contact us, we will start the project with a detailed consultation to clearly understand your vision and assess the future layout of your yard. Our designers will develop a customized concept based on your wishes and their professional experience.
2. Excavation fase. The area of the yard is excavated to the appropriate depth (usually it is 12 to 14 inches) to ensure a stable foundation. Proper grading is carried out to implement effective drainage. Before the aggregated base installation it is important to install geoteck fabric to prevent interlock sinkage in the future.
3. Creating the base for the walkway. Layer by layer, the crushed stone is compacted, creating a solid base that will provide the necessary support for the paving stones to be interlocked. As a final touch before pavers installation, we do a leveling with a high performance bedding (HPB) to ensure that the grading is perfectly done.
4. Laying paving stones according to the plan. The paving stones are carefully laid in accordance with the chosen design. Our installers will carefully align the paving stones and control the spacing between them.
Why Homeowners Love Interlocking Walkways: Key Benefits
There are many advantages to choosing an interlocking walkway for your private backyard – see for yourself:
✔ Durability. The special paving stones used for these paths are primarily designed to resist the heavy loads and harsh weather conditions that are not uncommon in our region without cracking or shifting.
✔ Aesthetic aspect. Due to the presence of a huge variety of textures, patterns, shades, and colours, interlocking paving stones become not just a grey building material, but a bright and eye-catching addition to the overall concept of the yard design.
✔ Flexibility. The joints that remain between the paving stones allow for a small amount of play to accommodate the natural expansion and contraction caused by changes in temperature and humidity. This has a significant impact on the durability of the paving and reduces the risk of cracks and chips on the surface of the stone.
✔ Low maintenance. If any part of the pavers is damaged, it can be easily replaced without removing the entire pavement. Thus, if repairs are required, they are simple, quick, and economical, making the interlocking brick walkway cost completely justified.
✔ Environmental benefits. Another advantage is that interlocking pavers for walkways allow water to easily drain into the ground, so you don’t have to worry about erosion and there are fewer puddles in your yard. And from an environmental point of view, the path helps to replenish groundwater reserves and even prevents pollutants from entering waterways.
Contemporary pedestrian walkways are not only about an aesthetic choice but first and foremost, a reasonable approach to the planning of the adjacent territory. Such paths don’t require complicated maintenance or constant repairs, are quite affordable, and, most importantly, can withstand the harsh Canadian weather conditions – and this is a huge plus for the building material.
Choose the professionals at Oaks for quality installation and enjoy a path that will remain beautiful and reliable for years to come.
Let’s Build Something Beautiful Together — Take Action Today and Get Started with Oaks
A beautiful new path is just the beginning to your dream yard, which will make every step you take easy and relaxed.
So are you ready to completely revamp the look of your backyard with a striking interlocking walkway? Let us help and bring your bright and special vision to reality! Check out our latest sales on premium materials that will help transform your space completely.
You’re not in Toronto, but in Vaughan, Brampton or somewhere else in the Greater Toronto Area? That’s not a problem, because our team will come right to you and do everything you need quickly and efficiently!
Contact Oaks Home Services today to schedule your first free consultation and discuss your upcoming project with our designers. Our team is always up for new challenges and interesting combinations – together we can make your yard truly memorable!
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Toronto’s Trusted Interlocking Walkway Experts
We’re not saying that we’re the only and best interlocking pathway contractors in Toronto, but we stand behind every step of our work, adhere to strict labour standards and the feedback we receive from our clients speaks for itself. We always take responsibility for what we do and are truly committed to helping you transform your outdoor space into something amazing.
We always use only trusted suppliers of materials and are ready for interesting experiments – each of our projects is special in its character and aesthetics. We don’t lay a path for the sake of ‘doing it’, but create a cosy outdoor environment for you. Moreover, we are always ready to finalise and adapt our solutions to your individual needs and budget.
From the very beginning of our cooperation with you to the final installation and cleaning, we will explain every step of the way and execute it with the utmost attention to detail and your feedback. It’s essential for us that you know that when you choose Oaks, you’re investing in craftsmanship, reliability and a job that will stand up to the test of time.
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The Oaks Difference: Why Choose Us
At Oaks Home Services, we are proud of what we do!
✔ The key is experience. With many years of experience, our professional team has the necessary skills and knowledge to implement projects of varying complexity.
✔ Materials that last for years. We use high quality materials that we order only from trusted suppliers to ensure real durability and create real beauty in your backyard.
✔ Our goal is to meet our clients’ needs. We always strive for excellence in everything we do, and it’s this approach that has earned us a reputation for delivering projects that exceed the expectations of even the most demanding clients.
✔ Transparent pricing without deception. We provide you with clear, detailed estimates with no hidden costs right away so you can make informed decisions. Each stage of our work is always spelled out separately — from interlock installation price per square foot to the calculation of all materials and other details.
✔ The key is always a personalised approach. We work closely with you from the very beginning to understand your vision, translate it into the right design and bring it to life.
✔ Guarantee and clear deadlines. We take responsibility for our work, so we do it with high quality and in strictly agreed terms, and we offer guarantees for our work for your additional peace of mind.
✔ Comprehensive services — more opportunities. We don’t stop at just one thing and offer a wide spectrum of related services, including designing patios, creating convenient driveways and parking spaces, erecting retaining walls and fences, building gazebos, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces and many other things. You don’t need to look for different contractors for the tasks you need – our diverse team can do it all and more!
That’s why, year after year, our clients come back to us and we help them create new and even more ambitious projects! We never stop and are always ready to offer something new and interesting to make your home cosy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Our clients ask a lot of questions and are always interested in all the nuances, so we have put together all the information that may be useful.
How much does a new walkway cost?
The price of installing a new interlocking walkway varies depending on factors such as size, complexity of design, and material choice. On average, prices for such work are determined per square foot of paving. Our team will be happy to provide a detailed estimate after discussing all the nuances with you during the onsite meeting.
Can I install an interlocking stone walkway myself?
The installation of such a walkway always consists of several key steps:
It all starts with planning and design, where the layout of the path is determined and the appropriate materials are selected. After that, the site must be carefully prepared for future construction. First, the site is dug up and then levelled, ensuring that the correct drainage system is in place. The next step is to lay and compact the crushed stone base to provide a stable foundation for the new path. After that, the fun begins — laying the paving stones in accordance with the desired pattern. The process is quite creative, but must be carried out in compliance with all building regulations. And finally, finishing. Here you need to fill the joints between the paving stones with sand, seal the surface and apply a sealant for additional protection.
It sounds simple enough in words. And yes, it’s certainly possible to do it yourself. However, turning to professionals is an opportunity to save you time, effort and nerves. And plus, our company guarantees the work performed.
How long does it take to install the interlocking walkway?
The timing of such work depends on many nuances, such as the complexity of the project, size, or expectations for atypical materials. As a standard, it can take 2 to 5 days to simply lay paving stones. This includes the entire range of work – from excavation to actual laying and compaction. Larger or more complex installations can take longer, especially if you choose some non-standard patterns or require extra features.
How long do interlocking walkways last?
In actual practice, interlocking walkways are extremely long-lasting and can serve for 25 to 30 years or more. Of course, this will depend on proper installation and minimal maintenance. We will be sure to tell you all the specifics about maintenance at the start of the work.
How do interlocking paving stones for pedestrian walkways compare to other materials?
Such paving stones offer superior durability, design versatility and ease of maintenance compared to materials such as concrete or asphalt. They are easier to care for and, if repairs are needed, can be carried out more easily and cheaply by replacing only the damaged part of the path. Weather conditions, sudden changes in temperature and high humidity affect any material in its own way, but in this case, interlocking paving stones can be the most successful solution.
Can I customize the shape and pattern of my interlocking walkway?
Yes, of course! You can select from a variety of textures, shades and patterns to match your path to the overall concept of your landscape style. Regardless of whether you choose a straight, curved or even a meandering path design, our team will create a path that is exactly what you want.
What are the most popular interlocking path designs?
The most commonly ordered designs from us are herringbone, basket weave, running bond and random stone patterns. These styles offer a combination of traditional and modern aesthetics. Many people also prefer to combine different colours and textures of paving stones to create a unique and eye-catching design.
Will weeds grow between the paving stones over time?
Although these paths are designed to minimise weed growth, some small plants may grow over time at the joints, especially if the path is not properly maintained. However, the use of polymer sand during installation helps to prevent weed growth by creating a strong bond between the paving stones. Regular sweeping and periodic reapplication of sand in the joints will help keep your path free of any weeds.
Do I need a permit to install interlocking walkways in Toronto?
In some cases a permit is required for constructing, reconstructing, or altering works that occupy the area beyond your property line. It’s advisable to consult with local authorities or your contractor to ensure compliance with regulations.
Can you assist with interlock walkway designs in Canada?
Absolutely! Our team specialises in creating custom designs that suit the Canadian climate and complement your property’s aesthetics.