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East Coast Pavers by Design
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About Us

Built on Experience. Driven by Pride.

East Coast Pavers by Design was created to bring quality workmanship, thoughtful design, and personal pride to every outdoor project.

Portrait of Rob Mistretta, founder and owner of East Coast Pavers by Design

Founder & Owner

Rob Mistretta

27+ Years of Carpentry Experience

The founder

The Story Behind East Coast Pavers by Design

From Brick, New Jersey, to Longs, South Carolina — and the decision to put decades of carpentry into a company of his own.

My Story

I was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, and later moved to Brick, NJ, where I spent many years of my life. Eventually, I decided it was time for a new chapter and made the move 622 miles south to Longs, South Carolina, ready to take on a new challenge and build something of my own.

Throughout my life, I worked for other people and took pride in everything I did. I was a carpenter for over 27 years, gaining valuable experience and developing a strong foundation in craftsmanship, attention to detail, and hard work. While I valued those experiences, I always knew I wanted more — the opportunity to use my skills, work ethic, and vision to create something of my own. Now, I'm taking that leap by building East Coast Pavers by Design.

Why Construction?

I've always known that a traditional 9-to-5 job wasn't the right fit for me. I enjoy working with my hands, tackling challenges, and turning ideas into reality.

For me, there is nothing more rewarding than standing back and seeing a finished project come together through hard work and dedication. Creating something tangible and knowing I played a part in every detail is what drives my passion for the construction industry.

Why Choose East Coast Pavers by Design?

I've always been a perfectionist. I believe a job isn't finished until every detail has been addressed and every opportunity to improve the final result has been considered.

My goal is to deliver quality workmanship, take pride in every project, and make sure every customer is happy with the finished product. I'm passionate about what I do and committed to going the extra mile to bring my customers' visions to life.

East Coast Pavers by Design isn't just a business to me — it's an opportunity to build a future, earn the trust of my customers, and create something I can truly call my own.

Every patio, paver walkway, and outdoor living space is a chance to show that hard work, attention to detail, and pride in craftsmanship still matter.

“Hard work, attention to detail, and pride in craftsmanship still matter.”

The process

How a project comes together

The same attention carries into the work itself. Every project follows a simple path from the first conversation to a finished surface.

  1. 01

    Start with the property

    We look at how the outdoor area is used now and what you want it to do. A patio for entertaining needs a different layout than a walkway that simply needs to get people to the door.

  2. 02

    Design before installation

    Pattern, color, borders, and the shape of the surface are decided with the house and landscape in mind. The installation follows that plan so the finished work looks intentional.

  3. 03

    Build for daily use

    Good paver work has to look right and work underfoot, under vehicles, and in the weather. We pay attention to preparation and setting so the surface stays even and useful.

Stone walkway leading to a covered patio with outdoor dining

Craftsmanship

Appearance and function, kept together

A paver surface is both a visual part of the property and a place people use. Edges, patterns, and the way the new surface meets grass, plantings, steps, and the house are planned together, not added at the end.

The result should feel settled on the property: a patio with room to gather, a driveway that presents the home, or a walkway that gives the yard a clear path. That is the standard behind every project.

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Ready to Transform Your Outdoor Space?

Request a free estimate and tell us about the patio, driveway, or walkway you have in mind.