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CHOOSE A PERMEABLE PAVEMENT SYSTEM

If you’re thinking of updating your driveway as part of your overall landscape design, you already have plenty to think about, and many choices to make. Whether you live in an urban area, or a more rural, open setting, installing pavers can be a part of making your home greener and safer by helping manage storm water runoff and drainage; a serious concern for today. Permeable pavers not only give back to the environment, but they are also aesthetically beautiful and give your curb appeal that top-notch rating. All in all, a choice you can feel good about.

So, what does the term “permeable pavement” mean? It refers to the specially designed system of permeable interlocking concrete paving stones that allow water to pass through the surface into an open-graded aggregate base. The water is stored in the specially layered base aggregates and drains naturally into the natural soil beneath, to recharge groundwater.

Designed to help manage stormwater and surface water runoff, Oaks permeable pavers are uniquely designed to reduce the potential for flooding, erosion and sediment build-up. Being both visually attractive and eco-friendly, these drainage pavers are an excellent and environmentally responsible choice for driveways. They conform to municipal storm water regulations and play a significant role in reducing the burden on storm water systems, while increasing curb appeal.

Permeable Pavement System Benefits

• Eliminates surface water runoff

• Captures peak flow rainfall events and provides contaminant filtration on first flush

• Recharges groundwater through the paver joint and base structure aggregates

• Reduces erosion and sediment build-up by undesirable runoff, promoting stream and lake health

• Reduces ice build up & need for snow removal in winter

• Filters surface water removing pollutants via clear, crushed aggregate used in joint spaces and base layer structures

• Compliant with most levels of government for Best Management Practices (BMP’s) regarding storm water management regulations

Today’s modern permeable pavers are designed for safety in pedestrian applications, including wheelchairs and are heel-safe, so great for walkways, pools and patios. Also suitable for a wide range of vehicular applications, provided that speed limits are less than 65 km/hr (40mph). So, your driveway is the perfect place for permeable pavers! Even with different types of soil, such as clay, provided that systems are designed accordingly, permeable pavers can be used on any type of soil.

If you’re thinking of installing pavers in your driveway, why not consider a permeable system?

Form, function and beauty, while helping the environment.

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