Why is the BPI necessary?

The Brick Paving Institute (BPI Est. 1983) established in the Western Cape, with Kwazulu Natal starting their own institute at a later stage. It is a self governing body acting as a consumer watchdog against irregularities in the brick paving industry.

The BPI was established at a time when the industry was plagued by fly-by-night operators who offered "bargain" paving by cutting corners, and who were not around when the consumer ran into quality problems.

It was therefore decided to form an association which would protect the consumer by ensuring the standard of materials and workmanship. The BPI also arrange seminars for membrs to ensure that standards stay consistent.

So, for your own security and peace of mind, do check that your paver is a member of the BPI. Remember that very often when short cuts are taken they are often shortcuts which cannot be seen in the short term, but only manifest later.

We hope that the following tips will act as your guideline to trouble free brick paving.

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