Block paving can look good as a driveway. It really is a stylish and functional solution to your driveway and can give your home great kerb appeal. Whether you want a classic herringbone design or something a little different, there are plenty of block paving options and materials available to you. The bricks found in block paving are manufactured from clay commonly, but some are made up of different composite materials. One of the main advantages to block paving is that if some of the bricks get broken over time, they can easily be replaced. It also means that it's simpler to perform work under the top of paving without leaving a mark. The most frequent pattern that driveway companies lay is the herringbone pattern because it has the strongest interlock, rendering it a great choice for driveways. The tradesperson creates the herringbone pattern by setting the blocks at 45 degrees or 90 degrees to the perpendicular. Both types of herringbone pattern create a stylish and interesting look for your driveway that can make your home look fantastic to potential owners. Fill out our online form to get in touch with up to 4 driveway companies who can provide you with a quote for a block-paved driveway.
The typical cost for a block paving project is about £4,000. For smaller areas of paving, or if you live in a cheaper area of the country, expect to pay approximately £3,000, but for larger areas or within the London area, costs may be as much as £4,600-£5,000.
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We are experienced ground workers that undertake any tarmacing, block paving, slabbing, landscaping, and general maintenance.
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Providing all aspects of Paving & Landscaping in Canterbury by Travis Paving & Landscaping
Punctual, friendly and did exactly what I asked them to do in a very short time. I would use them again.
We are a family run business and has been in operation for over 30 years, we were first established in 1985.
Employees worked extremely well, finishing touches left to be desired, did not fulfil all stated agreements
Hello my name is Richard I have been doing driveways and ground works for 30 years. I've always prided myself on doing a good job using top quality materials and tools. When you're satisfied I'm satisfied. All my work is guaranteed for 10 years and...
Great price and excellent. Job done by Richard and his team.
We are a landscaping / paving company we have been running for over 12 years We specialise in many aspects of outdoor living which include: Driveways Patios Brickwork Artifical grass Decking and more We have 2 teams who are all extremel...
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We are one of the largest driveway and patio company’s in and around Kent. Our team is equipped to handle any sized driveway or patio project. If its brick work, landscaping, fencing, paving, gravel, concrete or tarmac. Our experienced team is regi...
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Professionally but friendly run business for over 20 years, top quality tradesmen and only the finest materials are used. We specialise in all types of driveways and patios, including block paving, resin, bonded, driveways, imprinted, concrete, drive...
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Top Style Paving & Resin Bond Ltd are a professional company with a great reputation.Specialists in Block Paving, Driveways, Tarmacadam, Fencing and Patios
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Basildon - SS13
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Gravesend - DA12
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Chatham - ME5
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Removed the fence and change my front garden to driveway
Property: semi detached
Tilbury - RM18
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Need a quotes to do a driveway, Block Paving, Tarmac or Concrete not sure what to do at the moment
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Job No. • Removal of the existing concrete driveway covering 28 sqm, including disposal of all waste materials. • Construction of a new, extended driveway with a total area of 43 sqm, curved towa
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I’m looking to get estimates for work to my drive. i would be grateful if you can recommend firms to discuss
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Gravesend - DA13
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We have a very tired driveway- originally tarmac / gravel needs upgrading
Property: detached
Sittingbourne - ME10
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We would like our driveway paved please
Chatham - ME5
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Small front garden approx 5m x 5m turned into parking area. any hard surfaces except tarmac
Gravesend - DA12
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I want to knock down the wall in my front area to make a driveway
Swanscombe - DA10
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Need a drive way. The length is 19ft 7 and the width is 19ft 6
Maidstone - ME16
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Patio to be laid, ground work has been done and have been let down by the current contractors
Stanford-le-Hope - SS17
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Removal of existing concrete driveway (half of the driveway), foundations and block paving
Leigh-on-Sea - SS9
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We would like our driveway block paved measuring approximately 57sq metres
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Block paving in front garden to be high pressure hosed and sealed. {20sq.m ish)
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Can You Lay Block Paving On Top Of Concrete?
The replacement or improvement of your driveway is unarguably one of the most expensive projects you can undertake in the exterior of your home. When done by a true professional the results can be impressive and visually appealing, however you’d have to pay huge bucks to have this done. This is exactly the situation with block paving as it is not only time consuming, but also a lot more expensive when compared to other types of driveway.
A large chuck of this cost is associated with the removal of the existing driveway. So assuming your old driveway is concrete, can you simply pave over the existing concrete? If yes, will it save you money? The simple and short answer is yes. It’s in fact advisable to pave over concrete as this will not only add around 20% to your home’s value, but also make it look a lot more attractive and pleasing to the eye.
However, there are some problems associated with block paving over concrete. It may be better to remove the concrete in situations whereby the base is substandard. For instance, if the ground underneath the concrete is failing, there’ll most definitely be problems.
Also, there’ll be some issues with settling (not even the cracks). If your concrete is dropping little amounts every year, these can affect the blocks and ultimately lead to dropping of some sections of the block paving in such a way that they’ll no longer be on the same level as the other blocks. Giving a rise to the possibility of drainage issues, tripping hazard and lots more.
Other issues that may crop up can be triggered as a result of using the wrong size block height as well as totally ignoring or overlooking the undulations of the concrete.
The most commonly used driveway surfacing materials are gravel, asphalt, concrete and paving - which can be block, slabbed or patten imprinted. Take a look at our product information pages to help you decide which one to use and which one will look best for your driveway.
Driveway work is usually done in the warmer half of the year. This is partly to avoid bad weather. If you want to get ahead and avoid waiting for a contractor to be free, you should try getting in touch with a professional in the early spring so a date can be booked for install as soon as practically possible.
Your contractor should have access to your driveway and a power source. If they have these things, you don’t need to be there while they’re working on your driveway. However, it’s worth being around if you can so you can clarify details and answer any questions.
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