We have a paver patio around a pool with weeds in the joints and a few low spots. I’d prefer concrete eventually, but that may be years away. Is it worth cleaning and repairing the pavers in the meantime, or should I just keep the weeds down?
Should I fix up the pavers while I save for concrete?
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I’d do a modest refresh, not a full overhaul. Pull the weeds, clean the surface gently, and deal with the low spots by lifting those pavers and correcting the base before putting them back. If you use a pressure washer, keep it controlled so you don’t blast out all the joint material. Then refill the joints with suitable polymeric sand according to its instructions. It can look much tidier, but it won’t make upkeep disappear.
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With limited weekend time, I’d just fix the places that are uneven or actually bothering you and keep the rest weeded. No need to turn the whole patio into a big project if you already know you want something different later.
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If concrete is still your clear preference, it’s reasonable to keep the interim work minimal and save toward that instead. But I wouldn’t assume every paver needs replacing: try cleaning a small section first, and see whether the appearance improves enough to make you comfortable waiting. Before a major change around a pool, compare a few project plans and costs so you’re deciding based on the actual scope, not just the current weeds.
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