Herringbone
Maximum interlock. The strongest pattern for driveways and high-traffic walks.
Pool Decks
Paver Pool Decks in New Orleans
Slip-resistant paver pool decks that stay cooler underfoot, drain fast, and resist the cracking that plagues poured concrete around New Orleans pools.
★★★★★
Licensed & insured
Serving the metro
A pool deck has the hardest job in the backyard. It sits in standing water, takes barefoot traffic in the New Orleans heat, and rests on soft alluvial delta soil that shifts under a heavy poured slab. We build pool decks in interlocking pavers set on an engineered base, so the surface stays level, drains fast, and keeps its footing when everything around it is wet.
Why pavers beat concrete around a pool
Poured concrete is the wrong material at the water’s edge. It cracks as our ground settles, the joints turn slick with mildew, and a dark slab soaks up heat until it is too hot for bare feet on a July afternoon. Pavers solve all three. Their texture grips wet skin, lighter paver colors stay noticeably cooler underfoot than gray concrete, and the open joints let splash-out and rain drain straight through instead of pooling. Because pavers flex with the soil, they shrug off the hairline cracking that ruins a concrete deck within a few seasons here.
How we build it
- Excavate and set a slope that carries water away from the coping and the house
- Compacted crushed-stone base with geotextile fabric where the soft soil needs the support
- Sand-set bedding course, locked edge restraints, and clean cuts around curves and steps
- Slip-resistant paver textures rated for wet, barefoot areas
- Polymeric joint sand to resist washout, weeds, and ants
- Drainage built in from the start, so heavy rain and pool splash clear quickly
What is included
We handle the full deck, not just the field. That means the coping at the pool edge, the border courses, transitions to your back door and yard, and the grading that keeps water moving. We help you choose a paver color and texture that stays cool and reads well with your home, and we keep the pricing in a written scope so the number holds. Permits vary by parish, so we confirm what Orleans, Jefferson, or St. Tammany requires and check the local office before we dig.
Pairs well with
A pool deck is the anchor of an outdoor living space. We flow it into a paver patio for lounging and dining, set up an outdoor kitchen just off the water, and solve the wet-yard problems with drainage and grading. When you are ready to plan it, contact us for a written scope.
Serving the New Orleans metro
We build paver pool decks in New Orleans, Metairie, Kenner, River Ridge, Slidell, Covington, Mandeville, Madisonville, and Abita Springs.
Are paver pool decks really cooler than concrete?
Yes. Lighter-colored pavers reflect more sun and absorb less heat than a gray poured slab, so the surface stays more comfortable for bare feet during our long, hot summers. Color choice makes a real difference, and we steer you toward the cooler options.
Will the deck get slippery when it is wet?
Less than concrete. We use paver textures rated for wet, barefoot areas, and the open joints drain splash-out fast instead of letting it sheet across the surface.
Can you build a paver deck around my existing pool?
In most cases, yes. We assess the coping, the existing base, and the drainage, then build the new deck to fit the pool you already have.
What happens if a paver settles or lifts later?
We lift and reset the affected pavers and recompact the base underneath. That is the big advantage over concrete, which has to be broken out and repoured when it cracks or heaves.
Make it yours
Paver Styles & Patterns
The pattern is not just a look; it changes how the surface wears. We bring real samples to your estimate.
Running Bond
A clean, classic offset that suits most patios and modern homes.
Basketweave
A timeless woven look at home in courtyards and garden paths.
Cobblestone
Rounded, tumbled texture with old-world, French Quarter character.
How it works
The Big Easy Method
Every job runs the same way: transparent, on time, and engineered for our soil.
Free On-Site Consultation
We walk the space, read the grade and drainage, and talk ideas and budget. No pressure, no charge.
Custom Design & Quote
A layout, paver and color options, and a clear written estimate with a price that holds.
Engineered Base
We excavate and compact a deep base for soft delta soil, set edge restraints, and build in drainage.
Lay, Joint & Walkthrough
Pavers set tight, joints locked with polymeric sand, surface cleaned, and we walk the finished job with you.
Built for New Orleans ground
Why Pavers Win Here
South Louisiana ground is hard on hardscape. An engineered paver system holds up where a poured slab fails.
- Pavers flex with shifting ground instead of cracking like a slab
- Drainage engineered into every base, so water moves off your lot
- A settled section lifts and resets in an afternoon, never a tear-out
- Licensed, insured, and permit-ready, with the scope in writing
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Outdoor spaces built
15 yrs
Serving the metro
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Proof it holds up
Reviews From New Orleans Homeowners
★★★★★I wanted to revamp my outdoor living space, and they did an outstanding job with patio pavers. The attention to detail and the quality of their workmanship were remarkable. The patio is now the centerpiece of my backyard.
★★★★★Big Easy Paver Patios exceeded my expectations on my landscape construction. Their team was knowledgeable, professional, and dedicated to delivering exceptional results. I would not hesitate to hire them again.
★★★★★They did an exceptional job constructing my outdoor home deck. The attention to detail was evident throughout, and the result is aesthetically pleasing and structurally sound. I could not be happier.
Paver Pool Decks near you
Cities We Serve
Local paver pool decks across the New Orleans metro and the Northshore.
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does paver pool decks cost in New Orleans?
Pricing depends on the size of the area, the paver you choose, and the base and drainage the site needs. Soft delta soil usually calls for a deeper compacted base than other parts of the country, and we price that into a written estimate before any work starts.
How long does the project take?
Most residential projects run three to five working days once we start: excavation and base prep, edge restraints, laying the pavers, and locking the joints. Larger scopes with walls, drainage, or an outdoor kitchen take longer, and we give you a firm timeline with your estimate.
Why pavers instead of poured concrete?
Our ground moves. A rigid slab cracks when the soil shifts and has to be torn out whole to repair. Interlocking pavers flex with the ground, let water through the joints, and a settled section resets in an afternoon.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Big Easy Paver Patios is a licensed and insured Louisiana contractor. We pull the permits your parish requires and put the full scope in writing, so there are no surprises mid-project.
Ready when you are
Let's Build Your Outdoor Space
Free on-site estimate, written scope, and a price that does not change after we start. Tell us what you are picturing and we will show you what your yard can become.
No-pressure consult. Most estimates returned within 24 hours.