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CGI Driveway & Pavers: The Fresno Owner’s Guide
CGI driveway and paver systems typically run $7,000 – $18,000 installed in Fresno, with most full replacements landing between $9,000 and $14,000 depending on square footage, substrate condition, and paver grade. We stock common CGI-compatible components and can usually complete a standard paver driveway replacement in 3 – 5 working days once materials are confirmed. Most homeowners discover a problem the hard way: a paver sinks after a winter rain, a border course starts drifting toward the lawn, or water pools against the garage slab where it never used to. The failure is rarely the paver itself. It’s what’s underneath.
Bradford Remodeling Co Fresno is an independent service provider, not affiliated with CGI. We work with CGI-compatible systems and a documented roster of hardscape manufacturers including Belgard and Unilock, so when a CGI-spec part isn’t the right call, we can quote a directly comparable alternative in writing.
Which CGI Models This Applies To
The compatibility question matters more than most homeowners expect. CGI paver lines differ by thickness, joint width, and whether the system is designed for vehicular load or foot traffic only. A patio paver pressed into driveway service fails fast. We check the manufacturer stamp on the underside of the paver or the original invoice first, then confirm the unit’s rated application before quoting anything.
For CGI driveway pavers specifically, the common spec is an 80mm paver for residential vehicular loads, while 60mm units are rated for patios and walkways. The gotcha we see regularly in Fresno is mixing the two: a previous installer runs 60mm pavers across the driveway apron to save material cost, and the first hot summer plus a loaded pickup starts the cracking. The OEM versus aftermarket decision depends on the paver’s age. If CGI still manufactures the line and the color is in current production, OEM is the straight play. If the line is discontinued, a quality aftermarket equivalent from Belgard or Unilock will often match closely enough that the repaired section reads as intentional, not patched.
Styles & brands we work with
Signs Your CGI Driveway & Pavers Is Failing
- Pavers sinking in wheel tracks. This is almost always a base failure. The original installer skimped on compacted aggregate or laid pavers directly over Fresno’s clay-heavy soil, which swells and shrinks with moisture. We lift the pavers, rebuild the base, and re-set them.
- Border course drifting outward. Edge restraint wasn’t installed or has failed. Without a solid edge, the whole field can creep. We see this along driveways where the border meets lawn irrigation overspray, which saturates the sand and lets everything move.
- Polished or faded surface with no traction left. That’s a wear-layer issue, common on older CGI pavers in full Fresno sun. UV and summer heat break down the surface seal, and the paver gets slick when wet. Re-sealing helps, but if the paver face is worn smooth, replacement is the honest fix.
- Weeds pushing up through joints. Polymeric sand failed or was never installed. Fresno’s dirt-and-bursage weeds are aggressive, and once roots get into the base, they widen joints and let water in.
- Water pooling against the garage slab. The pitch is off, or the base settled unevenly. This one can pull water into the garage and undermine the adjacent foundation. We re-grade, re-compact, and set the pavers to drain away from the structure.
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AfterReplacement Cost & What’s Included
In Fresno, a full CGI-style paver driveway replacement runs $7,000 to $18,000 installed. A standard two-car driveway, roughly 400 – 600 square feet, typically lands between $9,000 and $14,000. What drives the range? Base condition, paver grade, access to the site, and whether we’re replacing the full system or matching into an existing field.
Here is the line-item breakdown for Fresno market pricing:
| Scope | Price Range |
|---|---|
| Paver driveway installation (new, full system) | $7,000 – $18,000 |
| Concrete driveway installation | $4,500 – $12,000 |
| Driveway replacement (tear-out and rebuild) | $5,000 – $14,000 |
| Paver patio installation | $3,500 – $11,000 |
| Driveway sealing | $250 – $700 |
Every project gets a written price before any work starts. That number covers demo and haul-off, base prep and compaction, paver supply, edge restraint, joint sand, and final cleanup. No change orders, no numbers that move at the door. If the work fails within the guarantee period, the 365-Day Done Right Promise means we come back and correct it at no charge.
DIY or Call Us?
Some things are worth checking yourself. Look for visible sag under the wheels, gaps in the edge restraint, and pooled water after rain. Those observations help us quote faster over the phone. What we don’t recommend is pulling pavers yourself to inspect the base. Once you break the edge restraint and lift the field, the interlock is compromised, and re-setting it level is work that takes compaction equipment and a trained eye. We have run enough repair jobs in Fresno where a homeowner’s weekend fix turned a $600 border repair into a full re-set.
If the base is shot, the fix is a rebuild, not a patch. Call (559) 785-2712 and Curtis Lane will give you a straight number for what the job actually needs.
FAQs
A properly installed paver driveway on a compacted aggregate base lasts 25 to 40 years in Fresno, though the surface seal typically needs re-application every 3 to 5 years because the Central Valley sun breaks down the coating faster than in coastal climates. Call (559) 785-2712 for an exact condition assessment on your driveway.
Yes, isolated failures like a sunken wheel track or a drifted border are repairable without replacing the whole field, as long as the base failure is localized and the existing pavers are still intact. Call (559) 785-2712 if you are deciding between spot repair and full replacement, and we will tell you straight which one your driveway actually needs.
A standard two-car paver driveway replacement in Fresno takes 3 to 5 working days from demo to final compaction, with an additional day or two if we use polymeric sand and need curing time before vehicles roll on it. Call (559) 785-2712 to schedule a site visit and get a firm timeline in writing.
We keep common CGI-compatible units and Belgard and Unilock equivalents on our truck for repairs, but full driveway replacements usually require a material order since color lots and thicknesses vary by the year installed. Call (559) 785-2712 and we will confirm same-week availability on your specific paver before you pay for anything.
If your CGI driveway or paver system is failing, call (559) 785-2712 for a free estimate. Curtis Lane will walk the site, check the base, and give you one written number for what the fix actually costs. No surprises, no re-pricing at the door. The estimate says what we build, and we build what the estimate says.
Written by Curtis Lane, Owner, Bradford Remodeling Co Fresno at Bradford Remodeling Co Fresno, serving Fresno and nearby areas.
