I'm looking into getting paver installation done in Southern California, and I've been quoted prices around $30 to $36 per square foot by local contractors. Is this a reasonable price? I also checked out HavenHub, and they offered a quote of $14 per square foot, but I'm skeptical about how trustworthy that is. Just to add, all the local contractors I've talked to are licensed, insured, and bonded. Any thoughts?
2 Answers
$30-$36 per square foot is pretty standard for professional installation in Southern California. I've seen similar rates, especially since it includes materials and labor. Just make sure to double-check that everything is covered in the quote you received. If the work is being done right, it should be worth the price!
What if the job is more complicated? Would that bump the price?
Depends on your project! I usually charge around $40 per square foot, so the prices you're seeing are fair, especially if your area has similar conditions to mine. It’s important to consider local grading as well. If you're at a high elevation like 3200 ft, costs can vary based on the ground conditions, but I'd bet they're in the ballpark you mentioned.
Does this mean I should expect higher costs for harder ground?
Exactly! Hard pack ground requires more work, so keep that in mind.
Yeah, if the site needs significant prep work or special pavers, they might indeed raise the cost.