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Serving Clovis, CA and surrounding areas. (559) 826-1818
Tired of patching the same cracked concrete every year? Paver driveways flex with Clovis clay soil instead of fighting it - and we handle permits, base prep, and HOA approvals so you don't have to.
Driveway pavers in Clovis, CA means setting individual concrete, brick, or stone units over a properly compacted gravel base - most two-car driveway installations take two to five days on-site once base preparation is complete. CVM Clovis Masonry has been installing driveways across Clovis and the Fresno area since 2015, working with local soil conditions, city permit requirements, and HOA design guidelines on every project.
The most common mistake homeowners see in failing driveways is a base that was not prepared deep enough or compacted properly. Clovis clay soil moves with the seasons - it swells in wet winters and shrinks in hot summers - and a shallow base amplifies that movement into surface cracking and settling. We also offer retaining wall construction and walkway construction for homeowners who want to address the full exterior at once.
The Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute sets the industry standard for paver installation methods, including base depth specifications, joint sand requirements, and edge restraint placement - all details that separate a driveway that holds for decades from one that shifts within a few years.
If you have patched the same cracks two or three times and they keep returning, the surface itself is not the problem - the ground underneath is moving. In Clovis, this is often caused by the clay-heavy soil expanding and contracting through the seasons. Pavers are a better long-term solution because they can flex with that movement instead of cracking under it.
Low spots where water pools after rain, or sections that feel soft when you walk on them, signal that the base beneath your driveway has shifted or eroded. This is a structural issue that tends to get worse over time - especially through Clovis's wet winters and dry summers.
If your driveway is stained, faded, or looks tired compared to the rest of your home, another round of patching is not a long-term fix. In Clovis neighborhoods where homes are well-maintained and HOAs set appearance standards, a deteriorating driveway stands out in ways that affect how your property is perceived.
If rainwater runs toward your home instead of away from it, your driveway's slope may have shifted over time. Standing water near a foundation is a serious concern. A new paver installation lets the contractor regrade the surface so water flows properly away from the house - something much harder to fix with a patched concrete slab.
A complete paver driveway installation from CVM Clovis Masonry starts with removing your existing surface, excavating to the proper depth, and compacting a gravel base in layers before any paving begins. Concrete pavers are the most popular choice for Clovis homeowners - they are durable, available in a wide range of colors, and the most budget-friendly option. Brick pavers offer a more traditional look and suit homes near Old Town Clovis or in established neighborhoods where a classic aesthetic fits better. Natural stone pavers, including travertine and flagstone, are available for homeowners who want a premium finish, though they come at a higher material cost. Every installation includes edge restraints along the perimeter and joint sand compacted into the gaps to lock the surface together. We also pair driveway projects with walkway construction for homeowners who want a coordinated surface from the street to the front door.
Larger projects sometimes call for regrading the driveway slope to redirect water away from the garage and foundation. This is especially relevant in Clovis, where older driveways have settled over time and shifted their original drainage path. For homeowners adding a garage or expanding their parking area, we often recommend pairing the driveway project with a retaining wall to manage any grade change and keep soil in place. We also handle permit submission and HOA design approval before any materials are ordered.
Best for homeowners who want a durable, low-maintenance surface in a wide range of colors and patterns at the most accessible price point.
Best for established Clovis neighborhoods where a traditional, classic look complements the home's existing architecture.
Best for homeowners who want a premium, high-end finish using travertine, flagstone, or similar materials.
Best for driveways that have settled and are now directing water toward the garage or foundation instead of away from them.
Clovis sits in the San Joaquin Valley, where summer temperatures regularly exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit and winters bring concentrated rain to clay-heavy soil. That combination - extreme heat drying the base in summer and heavy moisture swelling the ground in winter - is exactly what destroys poured concrete driveways over time. Paver driveways are built for this kind of movement. Because each piece is separate, the surface can flex slightly without cracking, and individual units can be replaced if they are ever damaged without redoing the entire driveway. Homeowners in Fresno and Kingsburg face similar soil and climate conditions, and we bring that same regional knowledge to every Clovis project.
The HOA factor is a real consideration in Clovis. Many newer master-planned communities in the northeast part of the city have design guidelines that specify approved driveway materials, colors, and sometimes patterns. A contractor unfamiliar with Clovis HOA processes can accidentally order materials that require a costly swap after the fact. We confirm HOA approval before anything is ordered, so your project stays on schedule and on budget. Permits are also part of our standard process - most driveway replacements in Clovis that change the drainage pattern require one, and we handle the city paperwork from application through final inspection.
When you reach out, we ask about your driveway size, what is currently there, and what you want to achieve. We schedule a free on-site visit and respond to all inquiries within 1 business day.
You choose your paver style, color, and pattern. If your project requires a city permit - common when the driveway size or drainage is changing - we submit the application on your behalf.
We remove your existing surface and excavate six to eight inches of soil, then compact a gravel base in layers. This step is the most important part of the job and the main reason well-built driveways last for decades.
We set each paver by hand, install edge restraints, and compact stabilizing joint sand into the gaps. You can typically drive on the surface within 24 hours - no long curing wait like poured concrete.
Free on-site estimate. We handle permits and HOA paperwork. No pressure, no obligation.
Every job is covered by our California contractor license and full insurance. You can verify any contractor license on the California Contractors State License Board website - we encourage you to check ours.
Unpermitted driveway work can create problems when you sell your home. We handle the City of Clovis permit process so the project is officially documented and inspected from start to finish.
We build driveways on the same clay-heavy soil every local homeowner deals with, and we work with Clovis HOA guidelines regularly. That local knowledge is built into how we spec every base and handle every design approval.
We come to your property, measure the space, walk you through your material options, and give you a written estimate before you commit to anything.
Every one of these proof points connects back to the same goal: a driveway you do not have to think about for decades. We have been doing this work in Clovis since 2015, and we back every installation with the California Contractors State License Board licensure that protects you if anything ever goes wrong.
A new driveway often pairs well with a retaining wall that manages slope and directs water away from both the surface and your foundation.
Learn MoreCoordinate your driveway upgrade with a matching walkway installation for a connected, finished look from the street to your front door.
Learn MoreFall and spring slots fill fast - call or submit a request today to lock in your start date before the summer heat closes the installation window.