Driveway Borders

Driveway borders are one of the most impactful upgrades you can add to your Long Island driveway. A well-designed border frames your driveway, defines its edges, and adds a layer of visual sophistication that elevates your entire property's curb appeal. Brothers Paving & Masonry specializes in driveway border installations using pavers, natural stone, and Belgian block, creating crisp, elegant edges that complement any driveway surface.

Whether your driveway is asphalt, concrete, or pavers, adding a border transforms it from a simple utilitarian surface into a true design feature. Borders create a clean separation between your driveway and the surrounding landscape, preventing edge deterioration and grass encroachment while giving the entire installation a polished, intentional appearance. On Long Island, where curb appeal is a significant factor in property values, driveway borders deliver an outsized return on a relatively modest investment.

Our most popular border material is Belgian block, the classic granite cobblestone that has been a signature detail on Long Island driveways for generations. Belgian block borders provide a timeless, upscale look that pairs beautifully with asphalt driveways in particular. The natural gray granite creates a striking contrast against the dark asphalt surface, and the durability of granite means your borders will look great for fifty years or more with virtually no maintenance.

We also install paver borders using the same interlocking concrete pavers available for full driveway installations. Paver borders offer a wider range of colors and styles than Belgian block, allowing you to coordinate with your home's exterior, walkways, or patio. For homeowners who want a more natural aesthetic, we work with bluestone, brownstone, and other cut natural stone to create borders that have a warm, organic feel.

The installation process for driveway borders requires precision and experience. We excavate a trench along the driveway edge, set the border material on a compacted aggregate base with a concrete footing, and carefully align each piece for a straight, uniform line. For curved driveways, we cut and fit each piece to follow the radius smoothly, maintaining tight joints and consistent spacing throughout.

On Long Island, driveway borders serve an important structural purpose beyond aesthetics. The border acts as an edge restraint that prevents the driveway surface from spreading or crumbling at the edges. This is especially beneficial for asphalt driveways, where edge deterioration is one of the most common problems we see. A properly installed Belgian block or paver border locks the asphalt edge in place and protects it from damage caused by vehicles driving over the edge, lawn mower contact, and erosion from runoff.

Drainage is factored into every border installation. We ensure that borders do not create a dam that traps water on the driveway surface. Depending on your property's drainage patterns, we may install borders with slight gaps or weep openings, or we incorporate drainage solutions at low points to allow water to flow off the driveway efficiently. Long Island's significant rainfall means drainage can never be an afterthought.

We frequently install driveway borders as part of larger projects, combining them with new driveway installations, resurfacing, or walkway and patio construction. However, borders can also be added to existing driveways as a standalone upgrade. If your current driveway is in good condition but looks plain, adding borders is an affordable way to dramatically improve its appearance without replacing the entire surface.

Our crew pays meticulous attention to the details that separate professional work from average installations. We align every piece precisely, maintain consistent joint widths, and ensure the top of the border is at the correct height relative to the driveway surface. We bed each piece in concrete for permanence and stability, and we clean every joint for a sharp, finished appearance.

Brothers Paving has installed thousands of linear feet of driveway borders across Long Island. We understand the materials, the techniques, and the local conditions that affect long-term performance. Contact us today for a free estimate and let us show you how driveway borders can transform the look of your property.