Paver patios and walkways
Compacted base, edge restraint and joint sand
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HARDSCAPE · MERCER COUNTY
Hardscape contractor in Mercer County, NJ
Mercer County homeowners in Hamilton, Lawrence, Princeton and the Windsors build plenty of patios, walkways and outdoor living spaces. Stormwater and flood rules come up often here. We build paver patios, walkways, driveways, retaining walls and outdoor living spaces across the county.
Services
Hardscape services we offer
Paver driveways
Built on a deeper base for vehicle loads
Retaining walls
Segmental block walls with drainage stone and pipe
Outdoor living
Seat walls, steps, fire pit surrounds and borders
County Rules
Working on county roads in Mercer County
Driveway connections to Mercer County roads need a road construction permit from the County Division of Engineering.
Mercer County permit packet (PDF)Local Rules
Local rules that affect hardscape work
- West Windsor: Engineering covers flood management and stormwater.West Windsor Flood Management
- Princeton: a Flood & Storm Water Commission and Shade Tree Commission ordinances.Princeton Flood & Storm Water Commission
- Hamilton: floodplain information from the township.Hamilton Floodplain Information
- Lawrence and East Windsor: 36-inch footings for raised decks and patios.Lawrence deck/patio instructions (PDF)
Checked in October 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the town before work starts. General information, not legal advice.
Service Area
Towns we serve in Mercer County
FAQ
Common questions about hardscape in Mercer County
Does a raised patio need deep footings in Mercer County?+
Raised structures usually do. Lawrence and East Windsor call for footings at least 36 inches below grade. A flat paver patio on a compacted base is built differently.
Do Mercer towns regulate stormwater for new hardscape?+
Some do. West Windsor and Princeton both have stormwater and flood programs. Ask before adding a large patio or driveway.
Do you give free estimates in Mercer County?+
Yes. Send us the details through our quote form or call (917) 532-5651. We review requests Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Planning hardscape work in Mercer County?
Mehal Construction Corp. is registered with SAM.gov for federal contracting and with NJ Public Works for state government contracting.