How to Repair/Fix Sunken Block Paving with This SUPER Simple DIY Method!

[@lunsche9281]

I did similar job myself, I used chalk to number them and took photo before removing them. It makes job much easier when putting them back.

[@KirbsideCleaning]

Another great idea

[@stevelee2787]

Bloody good idea mate😊

[@teresaedwards9009]

This was very helpful especially taking a picture of how it goes back together. Thank you.

[@acornjezebel6664]

taking pictures definitely helps. On areas with lots of odd cuts I found marking the shapes with chalk arrows all in the same direction really helps.

[@KirbsideCleaning]

Another great tip!

[@davidshettlesworth1442]

Thank you for this excellent video. I am inspired to repair my older patio. Carry On Sir!

[@KirbsideCleaning]

Well done! 👍

[@Weirjetwashing]

I had a job like this in the summer. Told the customer I could replace a few broken blocks with ones he had in his shed. Honestly mate I spent hours trying to get the blocks back in. I’m hey seemed slightly wider than the older ones. I swore I’d never offer to do this again. You’ve made it look a doddle though 👌

[@KirbsideCleaning]

Haha I had a job shortly after this that didn’t look that back but when I started it took me 6 hours and 7 bags of sharp and I didn’t charge the customer 🤣 luckily I don’t get asked very often 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Weirjetwashing]

@@KirbsideCleaning I don’t feel so bad now 😂😂

[@KirbsideCleaning]

@Weirjetwashing I stuggle to gauge what to charge for it as it’s a strange old job and only a diy fix but yeh deffo won’t be making that mistake of doing it for free again 👀🤣

[@Raysea88]

What is sharp sand, is it paver sand?

[@NatalieMctoldridge]

Great video and I think you have solved the mystery of my loose patio tiles. We’ve had an ant issue too in same area of patio, but it never occurred to me they could be the actual cause! 👍🏻

[@ItzCraigyy]

Thanks for showing fellows, this will really help when i replace a few of my blocks.

[@blusheen378]

Great idea, when you are looking for a simple quick fix so it won't cost too much. Of course there may be other methods but then it can cost three times as much or likely even more!

[@KirbsideCleaning]

Very true!

[@ASeSkater]

just the video I needed thanks mate

[@KirbsideCleaning]

Glad I could help!

[@garethpayne1560]

Great idea taking a photo. Will use this tip on other jobs because it's always handy to fall back on if you can't remember. Cheers mate👍👍

[@KS2teacher18]

Terrific video. Got me fixing my sunken blocks right away - plenty to fix - gonna have to order more sharp sand :)

[@KirbsideCleaning]

Don’t underestimate the sand! They can take quite a few bags some dips 🤯

[@jackkruese4258]

That looks EXACTLY like our drive, so thanks for the tips.

[@KirbsideCleaning]

Glad it was helpful!

[@xvola6888]

Nice to know Lampards got a new job, I would have put some ant bait down first Frank.

[@Reprogrammed_By_SEGA]

4:08 r.i.p triangular block.

[@saulvilleda9954]

Good job thanks

[@KirbsideCleaning]

Thank you 🤩

[@meldrew728]

Nice one. Thanks’

[@Londonfogey]

Interesting, thanks. What do you recommend if the rising is caused by tree/shrub roots. I've heard some people cut roots out completely or shave them down with an angle grinder but some say that damages the tree/shrub.

[@KirbsideCleaning]

Remove the tree/root would be the only way

[@Marshy234]

Hi, How did/do you charge for the repair of sunken blocks like in this video as a price example? Cheers

[@KirbsideCleaning]

Hey! So iv only ever done it as an add on to cleaning a driveway but I guess if I was to do it as a stand alone I’d just charge a half day rate/day rate plus materials depending on the size needed to relevel

[@Marshy234]

@@KirbsideCleaning ahh I see, so how much was this as an add on? I would likely only be doing it based around a drive clean too

[@KirbsideCleaning]

Normally I just charge for the cost of the sand £10/£20 or something like that as I’m not a professional but it takes about 30 minutes so £30 add on wouldnt go amiss

[@thomasskodzinsky3255]

Woulda been great if you ran the video at regular speed and show how the pavers were pulled out.

[@KirbsideCleaning]

Just use a screwdriver to inch it out

[@lynnedonley2158]

No base, no tamping each layer?

[@KirbsideCleaning]

Don’t know what that means

[@KoshArini]

What exactly are the bases you use ?

[@KirbsideCleaning]

No idea what you mean it’s a DIY fix 👍

[@ziggy43211]

What is “sharp sand”?

[@KirbsideCleaning]

That’s just what it’s called not sure what it is

[@antoniostamndley8272]

​@@KirbsideCleaning special sand that gives way, after water gets in,

[@charlesteincarter5537]

I've watched several repair videos because I have a problem. None of them added sealer after the repair.

[@KirbsideCleaning]

Why would they add sealer? It has nothing to do with block paving. It’s an optional, all be it, waste of money service/treatment that you can add after the fact.

[@charlesteincarter5537]

Thanks Kirkside, i am a widower and can't afford to hire contractors to do everything. I raised some pavers successfully but felt it needed some protective coating as the installer didn't do a great job and I felt the sealer would make it waterproof. I'm learning, mostly trial and error. I'm 77 years old and will tackle anything but electricity.

[@KirbsideCleaning]

@charlesteincarter5537 well done you. I don’t blame you re the electricity I prefer to steer clear too!

[@tenneallefenton1269]

That how I do my own acing since I can’t afford to get someone to do it I’ve taken out so many pavers i can do what I please lol

[@KirbsideCleaning]

Sometimes a DIY fix is the best 👍👍

[@lisawaters2585]

Oh, excellent content, very cool!!!!

[@KirbsideCleaning]

Thanks Lisa, thought I’d throw this in there after a recent job (which was also filmed!)

[@stephenreddin]

Is that Frank Lampard narrating

[@antoniostamndley8272]

Bricks for walls not drives, does not work, people should know that by now, great for the trade £££££ seen housing estate where HGV will not enter, no bins emptied, and with building regulations ( now) out lawing no drainage hard standing , (at last), worse hassle than grass, maintenance nightmare,( don't help for resale,) silly fashion.

[@KirbsideCleaning]

They do work when installed correctly. Don’t crack like concrete or perish like tarmac.

[@wayneguy6043]

2 years from now, it will sink again…..

[@KirbsideCleaning]

Try giving some advice on what I could have done better rather than just saying that it’s not helpful. It’s just a DIY fix, but I’d be curious to know, firstly, why it would sink in 2 years and not earlier and secondly how to improve it

[@philtucker1224]

Wayne just remember to level them off every year and they will never sink after two years! Alternatively enjoy your tarmac?

[@davegill7614]

​@@KirbsideCleaningI think you did a great job mate

[@KirbsideCleaning]

Thank you 🙏

[@gkf9]

I did mine like this, and they sunk again about 4 months😢.