Puddle in middle of paving

[hemb]

Hi All,

We recently had some builders over to lay some sandstone paving, but we noticed when it rained a puddle remains. We have paid them half of the bill. We are wondering what is the remedial work required to ensure a puddle does not remain there. Photos attached.

[markc]

Obviously no slope/fall to drain the surface, a level area will always puddle to some extent. Your only real option here (apart from taking up and starting again with a fall) is to drill one or more drainage holes in the area of the puddle.

Edited October 1, 2024 by markc

[Dave Jones]

put a long level on it and take photo. 

 

sandstone is cheap for a reason! As its riven it's never flat so water does collect on some slabs. Over very small distances you would need a large fall to clear it which looks crap and your table wont be level etc. its a balance.