[Dale Wiley]

We have seen an increase in paver interest out here.

I have a request for a quote for bulding a paver patio total of 1750 square feet.

25 feet of raised planter beds same materials 16 inches high and 30 feet of 1 sided raised planter beds 16 inches tall.

I have the materials and demolition down ok, but not a lot of time data on labor required ..from putting the base in to the finished product is what I am looking for ..

Any help would be appreciated...

Thanks in advance

[Stonehenge]

Dale - try these spreadsheets I use. They likely won't be perfect for a different operation, but they'll get you in the ballpark.

[PSUscaper]

I know spreadsheets will help some, but the bottom line comes down to what your crew is capable of doing. I would estimate a experienced 3 man crew for about 8 days but I can't really be accurate on that without a plan.

But only you know all the variables such as site conditions, accesibility, and other scope of work, such as bringing the patio up to grade, filling the planters with soil, etc.

Again, If your not use to this kind of work and your crew isn't, then that 8 days could become 15. I just can't help you on that one, and spreadsheets aren't going to either.

For instance, the pattern could make a difference. I've spent twice the time laying a job this year using a five piece random pattern over a 4 piece random pattern. I just didn't expect it to take that long as I have done them in the past. It was just a bear to lay. I know now why it did though, and can bet I'm going to charge accordingly for the next one.

If you want more info, give us some more info on the job so we can figure it out.

Also, what kind of crew do you have. Can they saw cut the outside perimeter with a demo saw? Or are you using a tub saw still. That alone will add a day to the job.

[Dale Wiley]

Based upon a couple of other inputs, your numbers seem to be right in the ball park.

I ended up with 3 men 10 days including some fencing, a small archway... and the concrete work...minmal excavation, plus my estimating spreadsheet adds on 5% more time based upon my past screw ups.

I feel ok with the estimate, and we have done a few smaller patios so we got a bit of a track record...

Thanks for the help...

[steve lester]

hey stonehenge can you email your spreadsheet? also what is everone's production rates for installs on pavers, walls, flagstone, bluestone etc. or is there something else out there. just trying to check my guys out if there are being as effichant as possible.

[moltenfe]

Hey Stone-
Tried to view the spreadsheet link and it didn't work??? Just thought it would be interesting to see how others have their spreadsheets set up.