Paver Patio Repair and Unilock Brussels Steps Upgrade

A lot of homeowners assume that when a patio starts looking rough - weeds pushing through, edges spreading apart, sections sinking - it means starting over from scratch. That's not always the case. This one is a good example of what a proper restoration can do when the bones of a patio are still solid.

Here's what we were working with: a circular paver patio with separated edges, a sunken section, and years of moss and weed growth packed into the joints. The steps off the back door were also worn and needed a full replacement. Not a disaster, but definitely past the point of ignoring it.

We started by cleaning everything up, then repaired the separated edge and installed a new edge restraint to lock the perimeter in place for the long haul. The sunken area was pulled up, properly re-leveled, and reset. That part matters more than people realize - a low spot doesn't just look bad, it can become a tripping hazard and will only sink further if you leave it.

For the steps, we went with Unilock Brussels dimensional steps and coping. The Brussels collection has a tumbled, natural look that fits well with an older circular paver pattern without looking out of place. The finished steps are wider, more stable, and a lot cleaner than what was there before.

What we ended up with is a patio that's safe, clean, and actually enjoyable to use again - without the cost or disruption of a full tear-out and replacement. If your patio is in a similar spot, restoration is worth looking into before you write it off entirely.