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So many homeowners dream of creating a beautiful backyard but don't know where to start. The first thing you need to do is ask yourself is, "How do I envision myself using this space?"

San Marco Supply offers Cambridge Pavingstone with ArmorTec, so your patio, pool deck, walkway and driveway will be the envy of your neighbors. Expand your living space to the great outdoors with hundreds of shape, color, texture and pattern combinations to choose from... the creativity is unlimited.

Add landscape walls, a barbeque and fire pit, decorative and functional columns and more. Segmental Wall Systems offer a variety of face styles and colors.

In addition to increasing the appraised value of your home without the expense and real estate taxes associated with putting an addition onto your home.

Outdoor living products can create beautiful, wide open spaces and unique enclaves for family and guests who appreciate four-season enjoyment just footsteps from their back door.

There is more to know when choosing a pavement than simply meets the eye. As a conscientious homeowner, you want assurance that the pavement for your walkway, driveway, patio or pool deck will look beautiful for a long time, require little maintenance, stand up to the weather and return its cost to you. It should also be easy to clean or repair as well as complement the style of your home.

The beauty of your completed projects—well designed, properly installed with the right materials—will make you feel your research was worthwhile.
Most interlocking concrete pavements are installed by professional contractors who specialize in their construction. They can complete a high-quality job quickly and safely because they have the right equipment and materials.

To assist in choosing a contractor, ICPI offers a free Consumer Guide to assist you in the selection process. The ICPI recommends using distributors who sell ICPI-certified concrete pavers. The entire Cambridge Pavingstones product line is ICPI–certified.

A contractor can show you the range of paver colors, shapes and patterns available, or use those you've selected.
Just knowing something about a contractor isn't enough. In order to ensure a quality installation, you should ask questions of the contractor such as:
  • How long have they been installing pavers?
  • Have they been trained by a manufacturer or by the ICPI?
  • Do they have written certificate of completion?
  • What percentage of their total business consists of installing concrete pavers?
  • Will they provide you with three references, not only recent ones, but from past jobs?
  • Can you contact their reference and inspect the jobs?
  • Do they have a portfolio of photos and letters to qualify themselves?
  • Are they in good credit standing?
  • Do they have a current liability insurance certificate?
  • While the contractor is on your property, they should be insured for any damage and injuries that may occur. Check your homeowner’s insurance policy for coverage of the contractor while on your property.
  • Can the contractor provide proof that Workmens Compensation insurance covers all on the job?
  • Do they install the job per ICPI specifications? Can they supply a copy?
  • Do they provide a written, itemized proposal outlining the scope of work and terms of payment? It should include starting and completion dates, demolition and excavation paving and base materials, and taxes.
  • Do they guarantee their work for one year?
  • Will they return in a year to inspect it?
  • Are they members of the ICPI or other associations?
  • Is your contractor licensed by your state and municipality if required?
With answers for these questions and others you might have, plus answers on how to know when the installation is being done right, you should be able to select a competent contractor.

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