Orlando Pavers, the Eco-Friendly Alternative to Concrete Slabs

When I say paved surface, I’m not talking about that slab of concrete that you park your car on each day. I’m talking about the beautifully designed and individually placed paving stones that make up your neighbors driveway and that gorgeous downtown walkway. Choosing to install Orlando pavers is both a stylish and responsible decision. Not only do you have a variety of colors, patterns and shapes to choose from when laying your pavers, but paved surfaces are actually better for the environment than concrete or asphalt foundations.

Slabs of concrete prevent water from percolating to the ground. With the increase in development and the constant installation of concrete foundations and walkways, concerns of water runoff are increasing. Storm water mixes with fertilizer, oil and other chemicals, and is then unable to escape through natural means. This poisonous concoction then ends up standing stagnant on our streets or flows into storm drains. Once in our storm drains, the polluted water finds its way into lakes, rivers and coastlines.

With a permeable paved surface, water can freely runoff, filtering pollutants, improving vegetation and soil health, and preventing erosion. A paved surface is also the eco-friendly method for lowering the temperature around ones home in the summer. The surface of the Orlando pavers absorbs moisture in the surrounding environment, rather than the heat.

Your solid asphalt or concrete driveway will push away 550 gallons of water in a single one-inch rain storm. The environmentally conscious and responsible decision is to replace your driveways, patios and pathways with a permeable paved surface. This form of natural drainage is strong enough to withstand Florida’s unpredictable weather and large machinery, but gentle enough to give your yard natural water filtration provided by the soil.

The decorative opportunities are endless with a paved surface. Some paved installations will allow grass and other vegetation to naturally peek through. This gives the illusion of a plush, green walkway with the added bonus of a strong foundation. Consider making the environmentally sound decision and install permeable Orlando pavers. You will be contributing to the growing effort to reduce runoff pollutants. Such a simple change has the ability to virtually eliminate the runoff problem, which has the potential to reduce or eliminate the need for retention ponds and underground sewer pipes.

For expert paving installation, contact Bedrock Industries today. With our wide variety of quality and stylish pavers, we’ll help you do your part in the effort to reduce runoff pollution.