How Much Does a Brick Walkway Cost in Winnipeg?
This article will give you a pretty good idea of how much your walkway will cost. Every project is a bit different so it's impossible to give a single per-square-foot price, but "it depends" is not a very satisfying answer! Let's get into the details.
General Price Range
Concrete paver walkways usually cost $25 to $70 per square foot. That's a huge range, but we can narrow it down a lot by looking at some of the details.
The exact price depends on a number of factors, including:
- Access (can we use machinery, or is it all hand tools?)
- Size (smaller jobs tend to have a higher price per square foot)
- Your choice of bricks (concrete pavers vary in price)
- Shape and layout (straight lines are easier than curves)
Examples of Walkway Projects
Examples can be the fastest way to get an idea of price for the walkway you're looking to get built. For these examples, we'll assume a mid-price paver like the reliable and beautiful Roman paver made by Barkman Concrete.
Small Front Walk (3′ x 15′)
This kind of walkway often gets built with hand tools, especially if there’s limited access for machinery.
- Total area: 45 sq ft
- Estimated price: ~$70/sq ft
- Total: ~$3,200
Boulevard Walkway (4′ x 15′)
Wider and easier to access – even though it’s small, it might allow for machine use which helps bring down the cost per square foot.
- Total area: 60 sq ft
- Estimated price: ~$50/sq ft
- Total: ~$3,000
Backyard Walkway (4′ x 60′)
This walkway connects a front yard to a backyard patio. Larger area and good access mean lower price per square foot.
- Total area: 240 sq ft
- Estimated price: ~$30/sq ft
- Total: ~$7,200
Beyond looking at examples, let's go over the factors that affect the price.
Size
It’s probably no surprise that smaller walkways are generally more costly per square foot than longer or wider ones. Larger or more accessible walkways tend to benefit from economies of scale that help bring the cost per square foot down.
Complexity
Straight lines are the easiest to build, so they'd put you closer to the lower end of the price range for the materials you want. Curves and other complex shapes will add about $4 to $6 per square foot, but it can be easily worth it.
Location
The location of your future walkway has a big impact on the price. This is because the location determines the type of equipment we can use in construction. Easy machine access improves our efficiency by a lot. If the walkway you are planning is located in your fenced-in back yard with no access for heavy equipment, it might cost $6.00 to $8.00 per square foot more than the identical walkway built in a more accessible location. We have become quite adept at getting a small loader into some unlikely places, but if that is not possible, our crew will put in some long days doing the excavation with shovels and wheelbarrows. We are happy to do this, but does add to the cost.
Dimensions of our smallest loader skid steer
Here are the dimensions of our smallest loader machine:
- 60" wide
- 128" nose to tail
- 77" high
If we can get this loader to where we are working, your costs are going to be a lot lower for your walkway.
Alternative Walkway Materials
If the goal is simply clean and dry access through a garden or around the side of your house – and not a main path used every day – there are some cheaper options.
Crushed Stone Walkways
Crushed limestone or gravel with a proper base can be a good low-cost alternative. This isn't as formal or durable as pavers, but still a great idea for many situations.
- Estimated cost: ~$10 to $18/sq ft
- Can be upgraded to pavers later using the same base.
Wood Mulch Paths
Inexpensive and fast to install. Not great for daily use, but a practical option for informal garden paths or low-traffic areas.
- Estimated cost: ~$4 to $10/sq ft
- Needs to be refreshed over time as the mulch breaks down.
Conclusion
Walkways can be simple or intricate, budget-friendly or premium. We’re happy to talk through the options and help you find the best solution for your property and budget.
