What does a paver walkway with lighting cost in Milton, ON?

I'd be glad to help scope out that pathway project. To begin, I'll need to understand what "improvement" looks like for you plus a few details about your property.

I'll take you from the big picture down to the technical details — first your location, to check local requirements, then the scope and materials.

Photos that would help

• An overview of the current pathway and its surroundings.
• Any specific problem areas (cracks, settling, or pooling water) if you're looking to repair or replace it.

Question: What is your postal code?

Question: What is the main goal for the pathway?

• Full replacement (remove old, install new)
• New installation (where there isn't one now)
• Repair or resurface the existing pathway
• Expand the width or length of the existing pathway

Question: What material are you considering for the new or improved pathway?

• Poured concrete (standard broom finish)
• Decorative concrete (stamped or exposed aggregate)
• Interlocking pavers
• Natural stone or flagstone
• Gravel or decomposed granite
• I'm not sure yet

Question: Roughly how long and wide is the pathway area?

• I have the measurements (please specify)
• I don't know — estimate from photos

Photos that would help

• An overview of the existing pathway and the surrounding landscape.
• Close-ups of any problem areas like cracks, heaving, or drainage issues.
• The access route from the street or driveway to the work area (for equipment access).

That's a great vision for your side yard. The "after" photos show a high-end modern makeover spanning several trades: landscaping for the pavers and rock, carpentry for the window well frames and gate, and electrical for the integrated lighting.

From your photos, here's how I've outlined the scope:

• Pathway: Large square concrete pavers set in dark river rock/pebbles.
• Window Wells: Swapping the old wooden structures for new frames (wood or composite) with custom black metal grates.
• Lighting: Integrated bollard lights along the fence and recessed "puck" lights built into the window well frames.
• Gate: Replacing the existing gate with a new wooden gate featuring a lattice top.

A few details to firm up the estimate:

Question: Roughly how old is your home?

Question: Is there an existing outdoor outlet or circuit nearby that can power the new pathway lighting?

• Yes, there is an outlet nearby
• No, a new circuit will need to be run from the panel
• I'm not sure

Question: For the window well frames, which material would you prefer?

• Pressure-treated wood (standard)
• Composite material like Trex (premium, as seen in your vision photos)

Question: Should the new wooden gate from your vision photos be part of this estimate?

• Yes, include the new gate
• No, just the pathway and window wells

Photos that would help

• A photo of your electrical panel (to check for space for a new circuit if needed).
• A photo of any existing outdoor outlets near the pathway.
• A photo of the gas meter area from a slightly wider angle to check clearance requirements.

Your project estimate

Project summary

This project replaces a gravel side-yard pathway with a modern design of large concrete pavers, dark river rock, and integrated low-voltage lighting. The scope rebuilds three window wells in pressure-treated wood with metal grates, installs six bollard lights, and swaps the existing gate for a new lattice-top wooden gate. Power comes from an existing outdoor outlet in a home built in 2000.

Estimate range

$6,060 - $9,185

Estimated work

Item	Details	Range
Demolition & Disposal	Demo and removal of the existing gravel, broken concrete, and old wooden window well structures. Includes bin rental and disposal fees.	$780 - $1,215
Utility Locates & Layout	Site assessment, layout, and utility locate request (Ontario One Call) before excavation.	$57 - $86
Electrical Permit Administration	Application and administration of the electrical permit for the low-voltage lighting install.	$275 - $450
Excavation & Base Preparation	Excavate and prep the pathway base; lay landscape fabric, edging, and granular base.	$870 - $1,355
Window Well Frames & Grates	Install new pressure-treated wood window well frames and black metal slotted grates.	$815 - $1,245
Low-Voltage Rough-In	Rough-in low-voltage wiring for the bollard lights and recessed window well lighting from the existing outdoor outlet.	$645 - $1,040
Pavers & River Rock Installation	Install concrete pavers and dark river rock infill over the prepared base.	$1,080 - $1,670
Light Fixture Installation	Install and connect 6 bollard lights and 6 recessed puck lights.	$890 - $1,385
Wooden Gate Installation	Demo the existing gate and install a new wooden gate with a lattice top.	$585 - $925

Cost summary

Category	Range
Materials	$2,500 - $3,900
Labour	$3,460 - $5,385
Total	$6,060 - $9,185

What is included

• Demolish and remove the existing gravel, broken concrete, and wooden window well structures.
• Request utility locates (Ontario One Call) before excavation.
• Apply for the electrical permit for the low-voltage lighting install.
• Excavate and prep the base for the pathway and window well frames; lay landscape fabric and edging.
• Install new pressure-treated wood window well frames and black metal slotted grates.
• Rough-in low-voltage wiring for the bollard lights and recessed window well lighting from the existing outdoor outlet.
• Carry out the electrical rough-in inspection.
• Install the concrete pavers and dark river rock infill.
• Install and connect 6 bollard lights and 6 recessed puck lights.
• Carry out the electrical final inspection.
• Remove the existing gate and install a new wooden gate with a lattice top.

Permits or inspections

Item	Why it may be needed
Electrical permit (low voltage/lighting)	Installation of new exterior lighting and wiring.

Possible add-ons

These items are not included in the estimate range above. They may change after an on-site review.

Item	Trade	Possible range	What would confirm it
Removal of large tree roots hit during excavation.	General Contractor	$200 - $300	Large roots found obstructing the pathway or window well excavation.
Repair of rotten house substrate/sheathing behind the old window wells.	General Contractor	$350 - $550	Visible rot found on the building envelope after removing the old structures.

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