Walkway Installation in Brooklyn, NY
Walkway installation builds a level front or side path from a compacted base, matched pavers and locked joints so it lines up with your steps and driveway.
Apple Masonry Inc builds front walkways across Brooklyn that tie your steps, stoop and driveway into one clean look. We match paver color, pattern and border to what is already there, set everything on a compacted aggregate base, and lock the joints with polymeric sand. The path from sidewalk to door gets built once, built right.
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Key Facts
Price range
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Turnaround
Most front walks: 2-3 days
Areas served
Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Staten Island, Manhattan and northern New Jersey
Contact
(347) 836-3855
What's Included
- Site walkthrough to match paver style with your existing driveway and steps
- Excavation and compacted aggregate base for a path that stays level
- 1-inch screed of bedding sand and pavers set to a straight string line
- Paver edge restraint installed so borders hold their line
- Polymeric sand joints swept and compacted for a locked surface
- Full site cleanup, with soil and debris hauled off the property
Straight answers, clean cuts, tidy sites
Site Walkthrough
We come out, walk the property with you, and talk through what you want built. Drainage, grade and access all get looked at before we price anything.
Straight Quote
You get a free, written estimate with the scope laid out plainly. No vague line items, no surprise add-ons once the work starts.
Prep and Base Work
We dig to spec, lay a compacted aggregate base, and screed bedding sand so the surface sits flat and stays flat for years.
Build and Finish
Pavers cut clean, joints filled with polymeric sand, edges restrained and compacted. Brick, stone and fence work finished to the same standard.
Walk the Job With Us
We clean the site, walk the finished work with you, and answer questions before we call it done. You sign off, not us.
What homeowners say about our work
4.6 out of 5 from 13 reviews on Google.
I don’t give reviews often but this time these guys outdid themselves. They transformed a boring unusable space in my yard to the place everyone wants to be now. Great job Dino and Ismael. Thanks. Before and After pics below.
Absolute professional job. Ishmael and his crew are top notch. Workmanship and price are great, will definitely use again.
Review for Ismael’s Paving and Landscaping Services aka APPLE I recently had Ismael and his team work on my home’s driveway, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the results. They installed a beautiful circular driveway and pavers that have completely transformed the look of my property. What really sets Ismael apart is not just the quality of his work, which is exceptional, but also the outstanding customer service. He explained everything clearly and delivered exactly what I envisioned. As a demanding customer, I appreciated his patience and his commitment to making sure everything was perfect. The price was fair, the workmanship top-notch, and the efficiency remarkable. If you’re considering any paving, brickwork, or even landscape and gardening projects, I highly recommend Ismael. He’s definitely worth calling for a free estimate. Feel free to reach out to me if you need more details. In a world where reliable service can be hard to find, Ismael and his team truly stand out. Thank you, Ismael, for making my home look beautiful and earning all these compliments from the neighbors!
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About Walkway Installation
Common questions and tips from our work with Brooklyn customers.
When is the best time of year to install a walkway?
Spring through fall works best. Pavers and bedding sand should be laid when temperatures stay above freezing, and polymeric sand needs dry weather for about 24 hours to set properly. In Brooklyn that gives a long working season, but early fall is ideal because the ground is settled, days are dry and your new walk is ready before the first freeze.
Can a new walkway match my existing driveway pavers?
Usually yes. If the driveway pavers are a common size and color, we source the same or the closest match and repeat the border pattern across the walk. Where an exact match is not available, we pick a complementing tone and tie the two together with a matching edge course. Either way, the walk reads as part of the same design, not a patch.
How long does a front walkway installation take?
Most Brooklyn front walks are a two to three day job. Day one is excavation and the compacted aggregate base, day two is bedding sand, pavers and cutting, and day three is polymeric sand in the joints and cleanup. Narrow paths with good access can finish faster; long runs or heavy demolition add time.
How much pitch should a walkway have for drainage?
A finished walk should slope about 1/4-inch-per-foot away from the house so water runs toward the yard instead of pooling at your door or freezing into ice sheets in winter. We set that pitch with the screed before a single paver goes down, so the surface comes out right without relying on adjustments afterward.
Plan walkway work around your steps
If your stoop or steps are also due for work, do the walk and the steps in the same project. One mobilization means one excavation sequence, matching materials ordered together, and joints that line up where the two surfaces meet. Splitting the work almost always costs more and leaves a visible seam between old and new.
Answers before you book
What determines the cost of a paver driveway or patio job?
Square footage, the amount of excavation needed, access to the site, and the material you pick all move the number. A Brooklyn driveway with tight side-yard access and old concrete to haul away costs more than an open, clear yard. Every estimate is priced after a site walkthrough, so you get a real number, not a guess.
How is an estimate put together?
We walk the property with you, measure the area, check drainage and access, and talk through material options. Then we price the excavation, the compacted aggregate base, the pavers or stone, and the cleanup as one clear quote. Estimates are free, and there is no obligation attached.
What areas does Apple Masonry serve?
The crew is based in Brooklyn, NY and works across the five boroughs, including Queens, the Bronx, Manhattan and Staten Island. We also take jobs in Jersey City, Hoboken, Bayonne, Elizabeth, Newark, Linden and West New York. If you are close to one of those, call (347) 836-3855 and ask.
How do I arrange a site visit?
Call (347) 836-3855 or request a walkthrough through the site. We will set a time to come out, look at the work in person, and go over options with you on the spot. Most visits take under an hour, and you get a written estimate afterward.
How soon can work be scheduled?
It depends on the season and the size of the job. Smaller repairs and fence installs often get slotted in faster than a full driveway build, which needs consecutive dry days. During the walkthrough we will give you a realistic start date and keep to it.
What should I do to prepare for the job?
Move vehicles off the driveway and clear the work area of furniture, planters and hoses. Let neighbors on tight Brooklyn blocks know about equipment if access runs through a shared space. We handle the rest, including protecting planting beds and hauling away debris.
What happens on the first day of a paver installation?
The crew stakes out the layout, excavates to the right depth, and starts building the compacted aggregate base. Equipment is staged, edges are set, and by the end of day one you can see the exact footprint of the finished surface. We check in with you before any surprises get decided for you.
Do you clean up the site when the job is done?
Every job ends with a full cleanup. Debris gets hauled, paver dust gets swept, polymeric sand joints get their final pass, and lawns get raked where equipment crossed. Customers regularly mention the tidy site in reviews, and we plan on keeping it that way.
Can you repair an existing paver surface instead of replacing it?
Often, yes. Sunken or rocking pavers usually point to base or bedding sand problems underneath, and we can pull the affected stones, rebuild that section, and reset them to match. If the whole base failed, we will tell you that straight and price a proper rebuild.
What are your hours for scheduling and questions?
We answer calls Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 11:30 PM, and Saturday from 6:00 AM to 7:30 PM. Sundays we are closed. Early morning calls work well if you want to schedule a Brooklyn area walkthrough before your own workday starts.
Still have a question about your project? Talk to the crew
Phone: (347) 836-3855