Why Is Choosing Natural Stone a Good Decision?

If you’re thinking about upgrading your property with a new patio, driveway, or walkway, concrete might be the first material that comes to mind. Before you proceed, you should consider other options. Natural stone can be a better choice than concrete!

Advantages of Natural Stone

Stone is a durable material that can stand up to regular foot traffic and the weight of outdoor furniture and vehicles. Natural stone can also handle the range of weather conditions that New Jersey experiences, including rain, snow, hail, and high and low temperatures.

Natural stone is versatile and beautiful. Pavers come in an array of sizes, shapes, and colors, which means that design options are virtually limitless. You can select an assortment of paving stones and have them arranged in a way that will instantly boost your home’s curb appeal.

Stone is also incredibly easy to maintain. All you’ll need is a broom or leaf blower to clear away leaves and occasionally rinse the surface with a hose to remove dirt and grime.

Incorporating natural stone can raise the value of your property and make it easier to sell in the future. Comfortable and attractive outdoor spaces are important to homebuyers. When people are considering several houses and trying to narrow down their options, a home with a patio or walkway made of natural stone can move to the top of the list. 

How Natural Stone Compares to Concrete 

Many people assume that concrete is the best material to use for an outdoor surface, such as a patio or driveway. While concrete is durable, it has a major downside: it can crack when the temperature changes. Patching damaged concrete is only a temporary fix. Since it doesn’t address the underlying issue, the surface will keep cracking over and over and will need repeated repairs.

That’s not the case with natural stone. A stone patio, walkway, or driveway is not one smooth surface. Rather, it’s constructed with a series of individual stones that are carefully laid with small gaps between them. That gives the pavers space to expand without cracking.

Get an Estimate for Your Project

Leary’s Landscaping can upgrade your property with a new driveway, patio, or walkway made of durable and beautiful natural stone. Call (609) 978-1392 to discuss your options and get a quote! We look forward to chatting with you.