What Are Permeable Pavers?

A permeable paver is a type of concrete paver that can be interlocked together and is installed in combination with layers of different sizes of stone and aggregate underneath to help absorb water from storms and downpours to filter through the pavement into the stone and aggregate underneath.

Also known as permeable interlocking concrete pavements (PICP), this is a great option for properties that have a great deal of paved area, such as parking lots, loading areas at docks, warehouses, and distribution centers. Bedrock Orlando permeable pavers are different from standard concrete pavers because they provide a 10.6% open space allowing water to be infiltrated at a rate of 7“-8” per hour, based on proper installation methods. This allows the water to slowly be released back into the ecosystem, whether it eventually goes back through the storm drains, or simply gets reabsorbed into the ground.

Benefits of Permeable Paver Installations

Installing permeable pavers can have many benefits in addition to mitigating the amount of water generated by a sudden summer downpour or prolonged storm event. Here are some additional benefits of installing permeable pavers:

• Eliminates standing water where mosquitos can breed and where algae and mold may grow.
• Improves safety of driveways, walkways, and parking areas by eliminating standing water, reducing the risk of hydroplaning, skids or slips.
• Reduces erosion in vulnerable areas where there is little or no plant life to help absorb the rain back into the local groundwater.
• Improves the local groundwater quality by filtering through the pavers and the layers of stone, aggregate, and gravel underneath.
• Restores water back into the groundwater table as opposed to sending it into the stormwater sewer system, which reduces the environmental impact of storms on the wastewater infrastructure.
• Reduces environmental wear and tear on the stormwater system including pipes, retention ponds, and grates. These may even lead to earning Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) credits.

Learn More About Bedrock Orlando’s Permeable Pavers

Manufactured right here at Bedrock Orlando, our100 mm thick Orlando paver is designed with heavy vehicular traffic in mind.  It is perfect for large loading areas such as warehouses, distribution centers, and loading dock at coastal ports. No more cracked concrete parking or loading areas. Underground repairs are easily made and the pavers can be reinstalled, saving on-site repair costs.

Bedrock Industries’ Permeable Paver is manufactured in a 4 1/2“ x 9” x 4” unit with a score to appear as two 4 1/2“ x 4 1/2” pieces. It can be ordered in standard gray or custom through the body colors. These pavers can be machine set to save installation time and costs.

To learn more about our Orlando Permeable Pavers give us a call at 407.859.1300, or fill out our handy online order request form to speak to a dedicated permeable paver specialist to help. Stop by our masonry supply store at 10500 Rocket Ct in Orlando and see it for yourself.

Has COVID-19 Ruined Your Summer Vacation Plans?

If so, why not reinvest the money you would have spent to improve your driveway, sidewalks or patio area with Orlando permeable concrete pavers? Make the time spent at home safer and more enjoyable now and enjoy a lifetime of good memories in the future by investing in a new outdoor project today. Give us a call at 407.859.1300 to get the process started right away.