Paving & Driveway | Block
Aberdeen - AB24
Enquiry from: Ronnie I
Start Date: Immediate
Cement work on skews and haunching.
Block paving can look good as a driveway. It is a stylish and functional answer to your driveway and can give your home great kerb appeal. Whether you want a classic herringbone design or something a bit different, there are plenty of block paving options and materials available to you. The bricks used in block paving are manufactured from clay commonly, but some are made 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 certainly be replaced. It also means that it is simpler to carry out work under the top of 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 tradesperson creates the herringbone design by placing 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 potential owners. Complete our online form to get in touch with 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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Aberdeen - AB24
Enquiry from: Ronnie I
Start Date: Immediate
Cement work on skews and haunching.
Aberdeen - AB12
Enquiry from: William C
Start Date: Immediate
block paving lifted and driveway extended by 5m squared approx. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace do you require: block paving roughly how big is the driveway ar...
Aberdeen - AB22
Enquiry from: Vladimir V
Start Date: Immediate
driveway paving front garden 30 square meters are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you require: block paving location: front what work is required: drivewa...
Westhill - AB32
Enquiry from: Andy T
Start Date: Immediate
Back garden slabbed Patio
Westhill - AB32
Enquiry from: Andy T
Start Date: Immediate
patio layer in back garden decking removed are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you require: block paving
Aberdeen - AB16
Enquiry from: Darren M
Start Date: Immediate
grass removed driveway put in are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: other do you require: block paving location: front what work is required: driveway roughly how big is the dri...
Aberdeen - AB10
Enquiry from: Catherine B
Start Date: Immediate
we would like our front garden made into a driveway with enough space for one car and the remaining space still a garden border are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace...
Aberdeen - AB21
Enquiry from: Robert G
Start Date: Immediate
lay path app 43/44 900x600 slabs also lay about 8m gully central drain in the path. path is 21 /22 m long 1200 cms wide are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do...
Aberdeen - AB12
Enquiry from: Stuart D
Start Date: Immediate
customer in aberdeen areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for pattern imprinted paving & driveways.confirmed interest via sms and email at 04/08/2021 05:41....
Aberdeen - AB15
Enquiry from: Radheshyam S
Start Date: Immediate
Build patio. I have stone slabs. Clear the site and lay the stone slabs
Aberdeen - AB23
Enquiry from: Shaz K
Start Date: Immediate
add 3-4 sqm of block paving to driveway are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached location: front what work is required: driveway roughly how big is the driveway area: ...
Huntly - AB54
Enquiry from: Natalie C
Start Date: Immediate
ground levelling and patio installed are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you require: block paving location: rear what work is required: patio roughly how big ...
Milltimber - AB13
Enquiry from: Ruth H
Start Date: Immediate
driveway cleaned and sealed are you the property owner: owner of the property location: rear what work is required: driveway roughly how big is the driveway area: 1 car or less what level of service d...
Aberdeen - AB12
Enquiry from: Saodat D
Start Date: Immediate
Put blocks in driveway. Size 5mx8m
Aberdeen - AB22
Enquiry from: Kevin F
Start Date: Immediate
block paving driveway currently front garden are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you require: block paving location: front what work is required: driveway...
Aberdeen - AB21
Enquiry from: David B
Start Date: Immediate
lay patio 4.5. x3.2 with 18x18 slabs and 1.5meter slab circle are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached do you require: block paving location: both what work is...
Aberdeen - AB16
Enquiry from: Mark W
Start Date: Immediate
driveway installed,unsure of material are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you require: block paving location: front what work is required: driveway, other...
Aberdeen - AB15
Enquiry from: David M
Start Date: Immediate
remove current chips, membrane, some mature shrubs and some front wall. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you require: block paving location: front what...
Laurencekirk - AB30
Enquiry from: Gwen M
Start Date: Immediate
mono lock driveway. remove part lawn and lay blocks are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached location: front what work is required: driveway roughly how big is the dri...
Peterculter - AB14
Enquiry from: Leslie C
Start Date: Immediate
lockblock paving of drive 10m x 13m are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: semi detached do you require: block paving location: front what work is required: driveway roughly how ...
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Are you worried there’s a slope on the area where your block paving is to be installed? Good news is, it’s very possible to lay block paving on a slope. However, this can be a very difficult task which should be done by a reliable professional ( especially if you lack proper training and experience) who can guarantee the best results, the first time and also help save you money from possible costly mistakes. This guide will provide you with everything you need about the slope block paving installation process. Let’s have a look!
• Demarcate The Walkway
To get started, you have to determine how and where you want your walkway to be while also determining the thickness of the paver. Ensure to choose the less sloppy area and utilize landscape paint to mark the area visibly.
• Prepare The Ground
Clear out all forms of dirts, roots, rocks and other debris on the soil. Once done, proceed to cutting the sods to the required length and put them somewhere close.
• Make Boundaries
There’s a need for landscape borders. Here, it’ll be easier to use plastics as boundaries for your lawn’s edges. Install them on the sides that have already been cut
• Apply A Level Of Gravel
Obtain the correct size of gravel and spread them evenly over the area to ensure a firm foundation for the pavers is formed. Makes sure that the rocks is at a minimum of 2 inches deep into the soil.
• Install The Block Pavers
Start from the centremost position of the pathway and work towards the sides until you’re able to cover every inch of the area.
• Apply A Layer Of Cement
Apply cement over the pavers and utilize a broom to sweep it and fill up all the gaps and spaces between the pavers. Then, press the pathway to be levelled using a compactor.
So have you decided to lay block paving on your property? If yes, then knowing how much it would cost would help you prepare a budget and set out a plan before commencement of the project. The cost of block paving depends on a wide range of factors such as the the size of the area in question, cost of labour as well as the type of brick and block paving to be used. So how much does block paving cost? In this article, we’ll give you an general idea of the cost of laying of block paving on a driveway so you can estimate your cost according to your personal requirements and needs.
For a small to medium sized driveway featuring a complex design, the block pavings’ cost starts from a range between £3,000 to £4,000, meanwhile that of a large sized pathway will jump to a range between £6,500 to £7,500. And depending on the complexity of the design, the final cost of the project can be greatly impacted as it would also take a longer period of time to be completed. For the same small to medium sized pathway featuring a simple design which usually takes up to 3 to 4 days will cost within a range of £4,500 to £5,500. While a complex design such as a herringbone pattern will take up to 5 to 6 days and costing within a range of £5,000 to £6,000.
Furthermore, there are also other factors that can determine the price of block paving and another example is the current condition. This includes the preparation work to be carried out before laying the block paving can be a time consuming task especially when the driveway is in a terrible condition and this comes with a high labour cost. Another factor to be considered is the materials used in making the block paving such as stone, concrete, cement, composite and resin - they’re all available in various range of colours and textures. They play a key role in the block paving cost.
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.
Are you having weed problems on your carefully picked out block pavings? After spending huge bucks to install the block pavings, the last thing any homeowner would want to discover is weed taking over the prized asset. Fortunately, this is a problem that can be effectively handled in a few simple steps provided in this article.
Basically, sealing of block paving is all about prevention of weed growth in the area by total weed removal, putting of sand between the block paving joints and sealing with a good quality sealant. This is a task that’s best left for a reliable professional to guarantee the best results especially if you lack proper training and experience. This guide will give a good insight into the process.
Here are the equipment you’ll need to get started: pressure washer, weed killer, bin bag, broom, small brush, protective gear, sealing roller, spueegee, jointing sand and sealer and DIY sprayer.
lRemove The Weed
• Put on a protective clothing and gloves
• Get a weed disposal bag to clean while you go.
• Apply the selected weed killer on both areas where weeds are present and the absent ones to prevent any growing.
lPressure Washing
• Angle your pressure washer between the gaps. This is done to remove all weeds and debris that are still lying around as well as removing all possible chemical residues to create a thorough clean between the paving slab.
• Leave the washed area to dry.
l Sand The Joints
• Check the weather forecast to ensure there’s about 24 to 48 hours of dryness as its important for both sand and sealant to do a perfect job.
• Put sand between the gaps and push it down with your small brush until its levelled.
lSeal The Gaps
• The sealing process should be done immediately and sanding.
• Clean up the patio
• Perform a test using a small area
• Apply the sealant
• Apply the second of sealant
• Leave to dry for about 2 to 3 hours.
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