Used Pavers for sale in Topeka, KS

Frequently Asked Questions

• How much do used pavers cost?

  Used pavers cost between $30,000 and $180,000.

• What are the best brands of used pavers for sale?

  Top manufacturers of pavers include Ingersoll-Rand, Carlson, and Caterpillar.

• What are some of the uses for pavers?

  Common uses for pavers include paving roads, bridges, and parking lots.

• How much do pavers weigh?

  Pavers on average weigh 18 tons (36,000 lbs)

• How do I operate a paver?

  The first step in operating a paver is adding asphalt or mix from a dump truck or material transfer unit into the paver’s hopper. The conveyor carries the asphalt to the auger, which places the mix in front of the screed for it to be spread over the width of the surface. Paver operators use screed controls to control the screed’s angle of attack. Additional controls allow the operator to correct the slope, speed, and flow.

• What things should I look for when buying used pavers?

  When buying a used paver, it’s important to do a full inspection report to look at key components like the screed, track rollers, idlers, dual operator stations, and engine.

• How do used pavers compare to newer models?

  New machines will have the latest technology like sensors and material controls. Overall, the paver technology, which is just a conveyor and iron, hasn’t changed over the last 60 years.

• How much do paver operators make?

  The average hourly pay for an Asphalt Paver Operator is $19.50

• How do I become a paver operator?

  You can learn to become a paver operator through trade school, finding an experienced operator, or an apprenticeship program.