Driveline Paving and Patios Ltd
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Paving & Driveway | Block in Kingston upon Thames
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Block paving can look good as a driveway. It really is an elegant and functional answer 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 accessible to you. The bricks used in block paving are most commonly made of clay, but some are made up of different composite materials. Among the main advantages to block paving is that if a few of the bricks get broken over time, they can easily be replaced. In addition, it means that it's simpler to perform work under the surface of the paving without leaving a mark. The most frequent pattern that driveway companies lay is the herringbone pattern since it has the strongest interlock, rendering it a fantastic choice for driveways. The herringbone pattern is established by the tradesperson by setting the blocks at 45 degrees or 90 degrees to the perpendicular. Both types of herringbone pattern create an elegant and appealing look for your driveway that will make your home look fantastic to buyers. Fill out our online form to speak to up to 4 driveway companies who can give you 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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Abbey Wood is a district of South East London in the London Boroughs of Greenwich and Bexley. It gets its name from Lesnes Abbey Wood, which used to be the property of the monks of Lesnes Abbey. It is placed south of Thamesmead and is 10.6 miles east of Charing Cross. Abbey Wood has a population of no more than 24,000 and is said to be a quiet area.
The district is popular amid commuters; it has an average age of 34 and its railway station was opened in 1849 and today it runs services to Charing Cross, Cannon Street and areas in Kent as a loop service. There are also buses that connect it with Thamesmead, Lewisham and Peckham.
Abbey Wood is recognised for its caravan park located amongst the Abbey Woods. The woods have a park and a football pitch, and the nearby Bostall Gardens and Bostall Heath provide lots of sports facilities. A section of the woods is a site of special scientific interest because it has fossils that are from 23-66 million years ago.
If you are planning on having some home updates for your household in Abbey Wood, ensure that you compare and contrast quotes from reputable firms before signing a contract.
Building roofing and paving
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Professional Block paving and Landscaping services.
I have chosen to go with Marshalls because of their greater history in drives and because they are cheaper
At stonehaven building and landscapes we take pride in every job we do. We strive to understand what you need and to achieve this to the highest standards. We take care in understanding your requirements, and with more than 30 years of experience, we...
I am not yet in the position to provide ffedback on the company rather than for the very good approach in contacting me ...
Surbiton landscaping and building services in business since 1999 very professional run, family Business that takes pride in their work
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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
Hi my name is Martin from stone art uk ltd we are a local run landscaping company within the Pinner area we specialise in all types of driveways and patios please do not hesitate to visit us at are website or give us a call .
Expensive. No written quotation, so could not evaluate.
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.
Four seasons tree services Is a small family run businessSpecialising in all aspects of tree and hedges with over 20 years experience No job too big no job too small we are large enough to cope and small enough to care
Good service price to deer
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...
Very quick contact with excellent consultation service discussing what they provide.
Family run paving and landscaping company. With over thirty years experience, we pride ourselves on our reliability and quality workmanship. All work is guaranteed and we are fully insured. Our aim is to give the customer a high standard competit...
Good job, from quote to completion of work. Started when promised and finished on time. Lovely job.
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We have a 7.5m x 6m garden and would like to lay out lawn turf and tiles
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Customer visited the mydrivewayprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Property owner: Owner, Work description: I need a driveway in front of my house so I can park my car ...
London - SE2
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Remove fence and lay 10 slabs in my drive way
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Remove fence and lay 10 slabs in my drive way
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Property owner Driveway please call to appoint
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Looking for a quote on a new driveway
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Front garden re patioed also rear path re done.
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Need a patio layed will require digging up grass before hand
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Need a patio layed will require digging up grass before hand
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Patio and brickwork Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace Do you require: Block Paving Location: Rear What work is required: Patio Roughly how much area are you loo...
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Paving of my front garding Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Location: Front Do you require: Block Paving
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Front driveway block pavement to carry out Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Location: Front Property Type: Terrace Do you require: Block Paving What work is required: Driveway Rough...
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Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) Property Type: Terrace Location: Front What work is required: Driveway Roughly how much area are you looking to have paved: 21-40 m2 What level of...
London - SE2
Enquiry from: Francesca B
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Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) Property Type: Terrace Location: Front What work is required: Driveway Roughly how much area are you looking to have paved: 21-40 m2 What level of...
London - SE2
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Homeowner Supplied and fitted Please contact to appoint
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PATIO LAYING AT THE FRONT OF THE HOUSE Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace Do you require: Block Paving Location: Front What work is required: Driveway What level ...
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Front garden pavement and slabs at the back garden Are you the property owner: Owner of the property
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Would highly recommend, they found me a firm which I was happy with a quote they give me and went ahead and had my job done within 2 days of enquiring.
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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.
How To Lay Block Paving
Do you wish to know how to install block paving? We’ve got you covered! Here, you’ll find a useful step by step guide that’ll provide you with all the necessary information to lay a wide range of block paving products available in the market today. You must, however, note that the installation of block paving can be a tricky affair and should not be attempted unless you have undergone a proper training or have a good experience in the field. If otherwise, we’d advise you to leave the task for a reliable block laying professional to guarantee the best results and also avoid making costly mistakes.
lDesign
• Draw up a design to perfectly suits your needs.
• Decide on the type of block as well as colour.
lExcavation
• Use a mini excavator or a JCB ( depending on the size of the job) to excavate the driveway.
• Identify and mark out the area to be excavated.
• Dug out the area until you reach a suitable level
• Ensure that the proposed finish level is 150mm underneath the damp proof course in any of the adjoining building’s brick.
lEdge Restraints
• Build a 100mm depth-thick concrete foundation with the help of a concrete mixer, 1 part cement and 6 parts ballast.
• Position the kerb unit on top of the level with a string line and spirit level.
• Use a trowel and rubber mallet to mortar the kerb unit to the foundation.
• Haunch the back of the kerb units in such a way that the concrete reach half way up the kerb’s rear.
lSubbase
• Put the crushed concrete in the edge restraints and ensure it’s at the desired level of 50mm.
• Use a vibrating plate to compact and level
lScreeding
• Apply a layer of sharp sand (to 50mm depth) and campact it using a vibrating plate.
• Apply second layer of sharp sand (to 20mm depth) on top of the first layer.
• Level the second layer to the correct falls.
lInstallation Of Paving
• Lay the block paving starting from the bottom of a slope.
• Ensure the blocks are placed at about 10mm to 15mm above the required finish level.
• Make sure the blocks used are between 3-5 packs as you proceed with your desired pattern. You may need to cut smaller block pieces to fill smaller gaps.
lFinishing Touches
• Clear out the area to ensure no debris is left on the blocks.
• Put kiln dried sand and brush across the whole of the area, ensuring the sands falls between the blocks’ joints.
• Compact the drive with the vibrating plate.
• Brush more kiln dried sand over the area and compact again
• Repeat the process until the joints are full of sand.
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.
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