How much does a paver walkway with lighting cost in Mission, BC?

I can certainly help you scope out that pathway project. To get started, I'll need to understand the vision for the "improvement" and a few details about your property.

I'll walk you through the project from the big picture down to the technical details. First, I'll need your location to check for local requirements, and then we'll look at the scope and materials.

** Photos that would help**

• An overview of the current pathway and the area around it.
• Any specific areas of damage (cracks, settling, or pooling water) if you are looking to repair or replace it.

Question: What is your postal code?

Question: What is the primary 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: Approximately 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 specific problem areas like cracks, heaving, or drainage issues.
• The access path from the street or driveway to where the work will happen (for equipment access).

That is a fantastic vision for your side yard. The "after" photos show a high-end modern transformation that includes several distinct trades: landscaping for the pavers and rock, carpentry for the window well frames and gate, and electrical for the integrated lighting.

Based on your photos, I've outlined the project scope as follows:

• Pathway: Large square concrete pavers set in dark river rock/pebbles.
• Window Wells: Replacing the old wooden structures with new frames (wood or composite) and 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.

To give you an accurate estimate, I need to clarify a few details:

Question: What is the approximate age of your home?

Question: Is there an existing outdoor electrical 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 shown in your vision photos be included in 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 see if there is 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 for clearance requirements.

Your project estimate

Project summary

The project involves replacing a gravel side-yard pathway with a modern design featuring large concrete pavers, dark river rock, and integrated low-voltage lighting. The scope includes rebuilding three window wells with pressure-treated wood and metal grates, installing six bollard lights, and replacing the existing gate with a new lattice-top wooden gate. Work will be powered from an existing outdoor outlet in a home built in 2000.

Estimate range

$6,200 - $9,400

Estimated work

Item	Details	Range
Demolition & Disposal	DEMO and removal of existing gravel, broken concrete, and old wooden window well structures. Includes bin rental and disposal fees.	$800 - $1,250
Utility Locates & Layout	Site assessment, layout, and utility locate request (BC One Call) prior to excavation.	$60 - $90
Electrical Permit Administration	Application and administration for electrical permit for low-voltage lighting installation.	$275 - $450
Excavation & Base Preparation	EXCAVATE and prepare base for pathway; install landscape fabric, edging, and granular base.	$900 - $1,400
Window Well Frames & Grates	INSTALL new pressure-treated wood window well frames and black metal slotted grates.	$850 - $1,300
Low-Voltage Rough-In	ROUGH-IN low-voltage electrical wiring for bollard lights and recessed window well lighting from existing outdoor outlet.	$650 - $1,050
Pavers & River Rock Installation	INSTALL concrete pavers and dark river rock infill over prepared base.	$1,100 - $1,700
Light Fixture Installation	INSTALL and connect 6 bollard lights and 6 recessed puck lights.	$900 - $1,400
Wooden Gate Installation	DEMO existing gate and INSTALL new wooden gate with lattice top.	$600 - $950

Cost summary

Category	Range
Materials	$2,500 - $3,900
Labour	$3,600 - $5,600
Total	$6,200 - $9,400

What is included

• Demolish and remove existing gravel, broken concrete, and wooden window well structures.
• Request utility locates (BC One Call) prior to excavation.
• Apply for electrical permit for low-voltage lighting installation.
• Excavate and prepare base for pathway and window well frames; install landscape fabric and edging.
• Install new pressure-treated wood window well frames and black metal slotted grates.
• Rough-in low-voltage electrical wiring for bollard lights and recessed window well lighting from existing outdoor outlet.
• Conduct electrical rough-in inspection.
• Install concrete pavers and dark river rock infill.
• Install and connect 6 bollard lights and 6 recessed puck lights.
• Conduct electrical final inspection.
• Remove existing gate and install new wooden gate with 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 encountered during excavation.	General Contractor	$200 - $300	Large roots found obstructing pathway or window well excavation.
Repair of rotten house substrate/sheathing behind old window wells.	General Contractor	$350 - $550	Visible rot found on building envelope after removing old structures.

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