Your outdoor space is more than just extra land—it’s an extension of your home, a place to relax, entertain, and make memories. If you're looking to elevate your curb appeal, improve functionality, and enhance durability, professional interlock installation is one of the best investments you can make for your Ottawa property. At Urban Living Landscaping, we’ve helped countless homeowners in the region transform their patios, walkways, driveways, and outdoor living spaces with beautiful, long-lasting interlock work. Here’s what makes interlock stand out and what you can expect when working with professionals.
Interlock (interlocking pavers) are individual blocks—usually stone, concrete or brick—that fit together in custom patterns. Unlike a single slab of concrete, interlock allows for flexible design and better handling of Ottawa’s extreme weather cycles. Some benefits include: Greater resilience against freeze-thaw shifts (pavers move individually rather than cracking as one solid piece) Wide range of colour, size, and pattern options so you can match your home’s style or create a unique look Easier repairs: individual pavers can be replaced without redoing the whole surface Enhanced water drainage (when properly installed with adequate base and drainage) so you avoid pooling or ice buildup
At Urban Living Landscaping, we bring together design, craftsmanship, and sustainability. Their services related to interlock installation include: Custom interlock design: Layout and patterning that suit the style of your home and landscape. Patio and walkway building with interlock pavers for outdoor living and entrance ways. Handling hard landscaping tasks such as stonework, retaining walls, and edging so your interlock work looks clean, polished, and functional. Quality materials, professional installation teams, and attention to base preparation (proper foundation, leveling, drainage) so the interlock performs well over time.
When you hire a professional like Urban Living Landscaping, here are the stages you’ll go through and what you should watch out for:
Initial consultation & design planning
You’ll meet with a designer to discuss your preferences—patterns, colours, usage, layout—and get 3D mock-ups or drawings to visualise the final product. They’ll also assess your land, slope, drainage, and soil
Site preparation & base work
This is crucial: removing existing surface if needed, excavating to required depth, installing proper base material (compacted stone, gravel), and ensuring drainage so water doesn’t pool. A strong foundation prevents shifting, sinking or unevenness later.
Laying the pavers & pattern installation
Once the base is ready, pavers are installed according to the planned pattern. Edges must be restrained properly (edge pavers or edge restraint systems) to maintain shape under stress. Curved edges, steps, transitions to other surfaces all need precise cuts and alignment.
Joint filling & compaction
After pavers are laid, the joints between them are filled (sand or polymeric sand) and the surface is compacted. This locks the paver pattern in place and adds stability, as well as helps resist weed growth and water infiltration.
Finishing touches & maintenance briefing
Clean up edges, sweep off excess sand, do final checks. A good installer will also give you advice on how to maintain the interlock: resealing, cleaning, dealing with snow & ice, etc.
Material choices: Different pavers (stone, concrete, brick) have different looks, costs, and durability. Choose something that matches both your taste and usage.
Pattern and colour: Even simple patterns can be very attractive; more complex ones cost more in cutting and labour.
Drainage and slope: It’s essential in Ottawa where water, snow, and freeze-thaw are major factors.
Warranty & service: Ask what warranties the installer offers on workmanship and materials.
Budgeting for the long term: While good installation costs more upfront, it saves money down the road by avoiding repairs, uneven surfaces, and maintenance.
A properly installed interlock surface doesn’t just look good—it adds value. Some of the gains include: Enhanced curb appeal, which can increase resale value of your home A strong, durable surface that can handle Ottawa’s weather without deteriorating quickly Lower maintenance compared to plain concrete surfaces (fewer cracks, easier fixes) More flexible surface design, making your outdoor areas more functional (walkways, patios, driveways)
If you’re considering changing your outdoor space with interlock, Urban Living Landscaping is well-positioned to help. Here’s how you can reach them: Located at 453 Solstice Way, Orleans, ON K4A 0V8, they serve Ottawa and surrounding areas. Website: Urban Living Landscaping
Phone: +1 (613) 863-9998
📧 Email: info@urbanlivinglandscaping.ca
Reach out to request a free quote, share your ideas, or schedule an on-site evaluation. With professional interlock installation, your outdoor space can become an elegant, durable retreat—designed to last and to impress.