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DIY Project: Install a Paver Patio

With the right materials and proper foundation, you can install a paver patio in a day.

step 1, remove shrubs

 

Clear the Area

If necessary, remove shrubs along with stumps and roots. Excavate about 6 inches of soil to make room for base and pavers. Rake the ground level and tamp the soil to create a firm bed.

Find a prescreened local handyman to help!



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