Paving & Hardscaping in Melbourne
Paving laid on a base built to last
Consolidated Horticultural Services is a paving and hardscaping contractor serving Melbourne, laying patios, paths, driveways and paved areas in stone, brick and concrete. The difference is underneath. We prepare the base properly, so your paving stays flat, drains well and holds up for years rather than cracking, sinking or shifting. From a small courtyard to a full outdoor area, we get the groundwork right.
Melbourne paving contractors who get the base right
Most paving problems start with the base, not the pavers. CHS prepares every paving project on a correctly compacted, free-draining sub-base, using the same earthmoving and levelling capability we bring to golf-course-standard turf. Falls for drainage are set correctly and the ground is built to hold the surface, so your paving does not move once it is down. Getting the base right is the single most important part of any paving project.
We lay a full range of paving, from natural stone and limestone to brick and concrete pavers, matched to how the space will be used and the look you are after. With natural stone in particular, the laying process matters as much as the material, which is why we take the time to lay it correctly.
CHS has worked on Melbourne gardens and outdoor spaces since 1995, and is led by Alistair Bethke, a registered builder specialising in structural landscapes. That structural grounding is why our paving and hardscaping is built to last, not just laid to look good on handover.
Service Breakdown
What's Included
Patios & courtyards
Paved patios and courtyards designed around how you use the space, laid level and true.
Paths & driveways
Durable paths and driveways in stone, brick or concrete, built on a base that handles the load.
Natural stone & limestone paving
Natural stone and limestone paving laid with the care the material demands.
Brick & concrete paving
Brick and concrete paving for a hard-wearing, cost-effective finish that suits high-traffic areas.
Correctly compacted, free-draining sub-base with the right falls, the part that decides whether paving lasts.
Paving repairs
Repairs and re-lays of paving that has cracked, sunk or lifted, fixing the base problem underneath rather than just the surface.
Recent paving projects
A look at recent paving and hardscaping work from across Melbourne, from stone patios and courtyards to brick and concrete paths and driveways. Each one is laid on a properly prepared base so it stays flat and lasts. View our full project gallery to see more of what the CHS team delivers.
Areas Served
Garden maintenance across Melbourne
Paving FAQs
Common questions about paving and hardscaping across Melbourne.
How much does paving cost in Melbourne?
It depends on the size of the area, the material and the condition of the ground underneath. Because the base is as important as the surface, we assess the site and quote each project rather than pricing off a rate per square metre alone.
What paving materials do you work with?
We lay natural stone, limestone, brick and concrete pavers, and we help you match the material to how the space will be used and the look you want.
Why does the base matter so much?
Most paving that cracks, sinks or lifts fails because of poor base preparation. We compact and drain the sub-base and set the falls correctly, which is what keeps paving flat and stable for the long term.
Can you lay natural stone paving?
Yes, including limestone. With natural stone the laying process is as important as the stone itself, so we take the time to lay it properly rather than rushing it.
Do you repair existing paving?
Yes. We repair and re-lay paving that has cracked, sunk or lifted, and we fix the base problem underneath so it does not simply happen again.
Do you lay driveways and patios as well as garden paths?
Yes. We handle patios, courtyards, paths and driveways in a range of materials, all built on the same properly prepared base.
Still have a question?
If you can't find the answer here, we're happy to help. Get in touch with the CHS team and we'll talk through your project and how we can pave it.