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Interlock Installation in Gatineau — Driveways, Patios & Walkways

We install interlock driveways, patios, and walkways across Gatineau and Aylmer using quality Quebec-made pavers pavers — on engineered bases built for Quebec freeze-thaw.

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RBQ Licensed #5659-5812-01

25+ years in Gatineau

Owner on every job

ARE YOU EXPERIENCING THIS?

Existing pavers are sinking, shifting, or heaving after winter

Weeds and ants have taken over the joints between your interlock stones

Water pools on your driveway or patio instead of draining away

The old surface looks faded, stained, or mismatched after years of wear

Interlock installation in Gatineau — built on the right base

Interlock here has to survive the most demanding freeze-thaw environment in southern Quebec. The Gatineau area sees many freeze-thaw transitions per year. Each cycle lifts poorly supported pavers, opens joints, and destroys surfaces built on undersized bases.

The base decides whether your interlock lasts 5 years or 25. We install a deep compacted granular base for residential patios and walkways — deeper than the industry standard — because the local clay soil holds moisture that amplifies frost heave pressure.

For driveways, we go deeper depending on vehicle weight and traffic frequency. Every layer gets compacted properly so the finished surface stays level through the seasons.

Crew compacting crushed stone base for an interlock patio installation in a Gatineau backyard

quality Quebec-made pavers pavers for the Gatineau climate

We work exclusively with quality pavers manufactured in Quebec and engineered for Canadian freeze-thaw performance. Quality manufactured pavers carry a lifetime structural warranty and hold their colour depth through proprietary colour-lock surface treatments.

Quality Quebec-made paver lines offer large-format slabs with a clean, contemporary look. Permeable paver systems meet municipal stormwater requirements by letting water percolate through the joint pattern rather than sheeting off the surface.

Paver thickness matters. Standard-thickness pavers suit patios and walkways. Driveways need a heavier paver to handle the compressive load of vehicles without cracking. The paver profile — tumbled, textured, or smooth — affects both traction and joint stability through freeze-thaw.

Close-up of smooth large-format driveway pavers installed in a herringbone pattern on a Gatineau driveway

From driveway to full outdoor living — interlock ties it together

Interlock is the connective surface between every element of your outdoor space. An interlock driveway extends from the street to the garage, transitions into a front walkway, wraps around the house to a backyard interlock patio, and integrates with retaining walls where grade changes demand it.

Designing these elements as one unified project — rather than adding them piece by piece over years — gives you consistent paver patterns, matching colours, and proper drainage across the whole property. It also cuts out the awkward joints and mismatched base depths that show up on phased installations.

We handle the complete scope: excavation, grading, base prep, paver install, outdoor stairs where elevation requires them, and polymeric sand finishing. One crew, one mobilization, one warranty.

Aerial view of a completed interlock project showing driveway, walkway, and patio integrated with retaining walls in Aylmer

Interlock maintenance and repair in the Gatineau area

Annual maintenance keeps interlock good for decades. In spring, inspect for any pavers that shifted during frost heave — a well-built base minimizes this, but isolated movement on clay soils is normal. Re-level displaced pavers promptly, before the gap lets adjacent stones migrate.

Polymeric sand breaks down over 3–5 years from UV exposure and foot traffic. Reapplying it restores the interlock bond, blocks weed germination, and deters ants. Power wash before re-sanding to clear surface grime without damaging the paver face.

We repair and restore existing installations — even ones we didn't build originally. If isolated sections have sunk from base failure, we excavate the affected area, rebuild the base to proper depth, and re-install the pavers to match the surrounding pattern.

Homeowner applying polymeric sand to interlock patio joints during spring maintenance in Gatineau

Our process

01

On-site consultation — measure the area, assess soil and drainage, discuss paver options

02

Design layout with paver selection, pattern, border details, and drainage plan

03

Excavation and grading to engineered base depth matched to the application

04

Compacted granular base, levelling course, paver installation, and edge restraint

05

Polymeric sand application, final compaction, and site cleanup

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Client Reviews

What homeowners are saying

Real homeowners. Real projects. Honest results across Gatineau and Aylmer.

Co-designing and executing the landscaping near our house with Pascal was an easygoing exercise with a great result. He offered multiple good options and always listened to our feedback. He was able to explain the strategy behind his recommendations with an aesthetic eye: how the approach would look from the road, how to tie in various structural and colour elements of the house with the landscaping. The interlock included some contrasting colours and patterns, and the front driveway circle is a rarity. Highly recommended.

Kelvin Prosyk

June 2025

Renovatech is one of the best companies that I've ever hired to complete a renovation project. Pascal is transparent and honest when it comes to discussing design choices and pricing and the team work extremely hard to deliver quality work within established timelines. Would recommend to anyone and will continue to call them for my future projects.

Madyson Charbonneau

April 2025

I just had my daughter's birthday party in our new backyard. Everyone was really impressed, which is what inspired this review! Pascal really has a vision for these spaces. The project included cutting out a slope, putting in a beautiful wood retaining wall, new grass, cedars, and a fantastic interlock patio that runs from the deck around to the garage. I now have a decorated sheltered seating area under the overhanging 2nd floor. Everything came out so nice. I strongly recommend Renovatech for any landscaping needs.

C Vass

March 2025

We cannot recommend Pascal and the Renovatech team strongly enough. The quality of work is impeccable, the worksite is always kept clean, they manage projects to be the least disruptive and deliver what they say and when they say it. When we've had any issues with the house, they are extremely responsive — even showing up late on a Sunday evening of a long weekend to help with a surprise leak in our foundation. Cannot recommend the Renovatech team strongly enough.

Dan Benoit

April 2025

Renovatech — Pascal and Team — are my go-to contractors for all things around our home. From landscaping projects, to bathrooms, and basements they do it all. Fair and honest, and 100% transparent — they'll take the time to explain the various materials, pro-cons, and stick within your budget, and always perform high-quality workmanship.

Pej Javaheri

February 2025

Pascal from Rénovatech helped us plan new steps, choose materials, and explained how it could be accomplished using his vast array of equipment. He kept us informed when our initial plan was snagged due to production delays — but the product arrived just in time to meet our strict deadline. His team started excavating Thursday morning and by the end of the next day our entrance stairway was completed. The new steps look great! We would gladly work with Rénovatech again.

Robert Way

September 2025

We had a great experience with Renovatech. They redid our front steps and we are really happy with the work. Pascal was very patient in talking us through our options and helped us pick the right stone to match the house. It was a pleasure to work with them and we wouldn't hesitate to work with them again on another project in the future. Highly recommend!

Valerie Goodhue

March 2025

Excellent work! The team are super professional and their product is next to none. Pascal truly puts his heart into the work his team does! We absolutely recommend them! We love the beautiful deck they made us. The detailed work is incredible!

Jake G

April 2023

We couldn't be happier with Renovatech's work — Pascal and crew were professional and meticulous, starting with a critical repair to our foundation and a new patio in the backyard. We highly recommend this company and their quality workmanship. Hat's off to a job well done!

Charlene Campbell

March 2025

Pascal and his team are amazing. We needed a deck built around this cabin renovation project and they delivered!! Very precise, professional, and punctual — we would highly recommend their services!

Steve Bedard

April 2025

Reliable and hard working. They understand what quality work is all about.

Martin Pham Dinh

March 2026

An honest contractor who takes pride in his work — harder and harder to find these days. Pascal and his team are rare gems. They built the deck we had always dreamed of.

Nicolas Pham-Dinh

Mars 2026

Excellent service at Renovatech Gatineau! The team was courteous and professional. We really appreciated the suggestions and advice that helped us make the right choices for our project, especially for our hardwood floors. The staff is knowledgeable, attentive, and takes the time to explain the different options. Highly recommend!

Gabrielle Aubert

Mars 2026

I want to thank Pascal and his team at Renovatech. Last year for the construction of my patio and this year for the grading work. You did a remarkable job!! A professional and dedicated team that always gives their best. Very satisfied client. Highly recommend!!

Mathieu Rioux

Avril 2025

Pascal and his team always do exceptional work, they listen to their clients' needs and can solve any problem. Attention to detail is very important to Pascal and that is what makes his projects a success. It is a pleasure to work with them.

Gabrielle Aubert-Dubois

Mars 2025

Very positive experience with this company. A skilled, professional, and efficient team. The work is done with care and the quality is excellent. You can tell they know their trade perfectly and know exactly what to do to get an impeccable result. Highly recommend!

Stephany Labelle

Mars 2026

Great work from Pascal's team. He redid my driveway, my steps, and graded my yard. He was very helpful and reliable, and proposed good solutions to achieve the desired result.

Étienne Gosselin

Avril 2024

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819.213.0597
RBQ Licensed #5659-5812-0125+ years in GatineauOwner on every job

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