The ONLYCertified Porcelain Paver Installer in Sarasota, Manatee, Hillsborough, Orange, Lee & Pasco CountiesOnly Hardscape.com Certified Installer in 6 Counties
Services
Porcelain Pavers
2CM · 3CM · 5CM — certified install
Natural Stone
Travertine, marble & quartzite
Travertine Pavers
Classic natural stone elegance
Brick Pavers
Traditional & durable
Pool Decks
Slip-resistant & cool underfoot
Driveways
Curb appeal that lasts
Patios & Lanais
Extend your living space
Walkways
Beautiful paths & entries
Failed Installation
Six signs it was built wrong
Locations
Catalog 2026Product PagesPaver Patterns→ Bradenton→ Lakewood Ranch→ Anna Maria Island→ All Manatee County →→ Sarasota→ Longboat Key→ Venice→ Tampa→ Orlando→ Fort Myers→ Cape Coral→ Sanibel Island→ Naples→ Land O’ Lakes
Manatee County
Porcelain pool decks, patios and driveways in Lakewood Ranch, with the HOA submission done right the first time.
EC Paver Solutions is the only Hardscape.com certified porcelain paver installer in Manatee County — and Lakewood Ranch is home turf. We build pool decks, lanais and driveways for the community’s finest homes.
The detail that changes here: most Lakewood Ranch homes were built fast on imported builder fill. We proof-roll and compact the fill before pricing the surface, and tie new porcelain to the builder slab at one finished height.
We measure on site, check drainage and any existing slab, and send a written, itemised quote.
Materials
2CM where you walk, 3CM where you drive — and travertine if surface temperature matters more than no sealing.
Pool decks, patios, lanais & walkways
The standard for pool decks and patios. Light enough for pedestal systems, strong enough for all foot traffic. Non-porous surface resists pool chemicals and salt air with no sealing required.
Learn moreDriveways & heavy use
Required for any area where vehicles cross. 3CM handles full vehicle weight without cracking. Also the premium option for pool decks and patios where maximum durability is the priority.
Learn moreThe coolest surface underfoot
Natural stone that stays comfortable barefoot in full Florida sun. Classic in a French pattern. Needs sealing on a regular schedule, more often near the coast.
Learn moreProjects
Wet-slip rated porcelain that stays cooler than concrete.
See pool decks in Lakewood RanchNew patios, or porcelain mortar-set over a sound builder slab.
See patios in Lakewood RanchScreened and covered lanai floors in porcelain.
See lanais in Lakewood Ranch3CM porcelain on a vehicle-rated base — no sealing, no oil stains.
See driveways in Lakewood RanchHOA
Every Lakewood Ranch village has an architectural review process. A complete submission — product sheet, colour, pattern, border and a site layout — is what gets approved on the first pass.
We bring physical samples so you can match the community palette before you submit.
Work starts only after approval, which protects you from a fine or a tear-out.
Process
We measure, check where water goes and assess any existing slab, then lay out the footprint with you.
HOA review when your community requires it — before any work starts.
New areas: excavate, geotextile and compacted crushed stone in lifts. Existing slab: clean, repair and profile for mortar.
Confined edges and a fall away from the house, so roof water leaves the patio.
Pattern laid and levelled continuously, clean wet-saw cuts around columns, drains and doors, no lippage.
Polymeric or marine-grade joints, sealing where the material needs it, and a final walkthrough with you.
Our Work
Real projects, photographed on site. No stock imagery.
Areas We Serve
We install porcelain pavers throughout Lakewood Ranch and Manatee County.
FAQ
EC Paver Solutions is the only Hardscape.com certified porcelain paver installer in Manatee County, serving Lakewood Ranch communities including Esplanade, Lorraine Lakes, Del Webb, Waterside, Azario and Country Club East.
It varies by community. Most boards approve concrete, brick and porcelain pavers when the colour and pattern match the community guidelines. We bring samples and the product data the board needs so you can choose something that fits on the first submission.
It depends on material, size, the builder fill and what we do with any existing slab. We measure on site and give you an itemised written estimate — no square-foot guess over the phone.
Often, yes. If the slab is sound, drains correctly and leaves enough height at the door threshold, porcelain can be mortar-set directly on it, which avoids demolition. We check all three on site before recommending it.
Yes, in 3CM thickness, mortar-set on a concrete base. 2CM porcelain is for pool decks, patios and walkways; it is not made for vehicle loads.
Google Reviews
5.0Rated 5.0 out of 5· 16 Google reviews
Michael Lewis
3 months ago
EC Paver Solutions just finished installing porcelain tile around our pool, and we couldn’t be happier with the results! Diogo and Paulino were absolutely fantastic from start to finish. They were professional, accommodating, and worked around an existing drain without any issues. The project was completed on time, and their crew left us with a beautiful, clean, and completely ready-to-use lanai. We were so impressed with their work that we’re already having them back to replace our pool’s existing waterfall. That says everything about how confident we are in their workmanship. EC Paver Solutions is AMAZING! We highly recommend Diogo, Paulino, and their entire team.
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Anita Conrad
a month ago
Diogo and his team replaced our horrible travertine pavers with large porcelain pavers in a light cream. They are incredible! The entire team did such a great job and we’re very happy with the outcome! We highly recommend EC Paver Solutions!
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Eva Pokorny
a year ago
I just have installed the "Da Vinci" Italian Porcelain tiles by EC Paver Solutions in my driveway, and I could not be happier with the results. Diego and his team did fantastic job. They finished the project on time we agreed on and they clean after the work was done. Great job done!
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Rob Cushen
3 months ago
Diogo and his crew did great work. They showed up on time and got the job done quickly. Price was fair, I’m having them back for some more work. 👍🏻
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Marcio DaCosta
3 years ago
Highly recommend EC Pavers. Diogo is great to work with and his crew is fast and very detailed. They completed a large project around our pool using 3cm ceramic pavers and mosaic tiles wrapping the spa and waterline of the pool. A few months later, they came back to do the driveway also in the same ceramic pavers. The work was done promptly and everything was handled in a professional and efficient manner. Diogo has come back a few times to take care of minor items and is always available to address any concerns. I’m very happy with the work and highly recommend them to anyone.
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