Driveline Paving and Patios Ltd
Based: in Slough, SL2 3DRBuilding roofing and paving
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Justyn F., KT1
Paving & Driveway | Block in Kingston upon Thames
Got the job done quickly at a fair price
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 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 be replaced easily. In addition, it means that it is easier to perform work under the surface of the paving without leaving a mark. The most common pattern that driveway companies lay is the herringbone pattern because it has the strongest interlock, which makes it a fantastic choice for driveways. The herringbone pattern is created by the tradesperson by setting the blocks at 45 degrees or 90 degrees to the perpendicular. Both types of herringbone pattern create a stylish and appealing look for your driveway that will 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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Biggleswade is a market town and civil parish located on the River Ivel within the English county of Bedfordshire. It's located forty miles north of Central London and 20 miles from Cambridge. Historic settlements around Biggleswade are believed to have existed from around 10000 BC, which is supported by archaeological evidence, such as ancient arrowheads that have been found inside the town. According to the 2011 Census, the town had a resident population of approximately 16,550. On account of effective transportation links, being situated along the A1 road between London and the North, in addition as possessing a railway station around the principal rail link North from London, the population has increased by almost 10% during the last 10 years. This growth is expected to continue owing to new housing developments. Historically, Biggleswade was a vegetable growing region with much of the produce being transported to markets in London, like Covent Garden. Though a lot of this trade has stopped, Bedfordshire Growers, positioned on the town's outskirts, continue to produce the main UK supermarkets in the UK with potatoes and onions grown in Biggleswade. Biggleswade is also home to the headquarters for Jordan's cereals, a business that manufactures a variety of types of muesli and granola. Athletics and leisure activities play a major role in the local community. For all your home upgrades, ensure that you employ reliable professionals in Biggleswade to make sure that you get the top quality service.
Building roofing and paving
Got the job done quickly at a fair price
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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.
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
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.
A local business in Herts with over 25 years of experience, we provide a professional service to suit your needs and budget, in Stevenage, Letchworth, Hitchin, Knebworth and Hertfordshire. If you’re looking for a new Driveway, Patio, Conservatory, ...
Very business like approach but too expensive
Welcome to Top2bottom Home Improvements Our aim is to provide our clients with a professional and affordable service. We are a family run business with many years of experience. We are based in Littleport but we cover all of the surrounding ar...
Top2Bottom offered a home consultation but we having decided to take up another quote, rhus was not appropriate. The co...
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Very quick contact with excellent consultation service discussing what they provide.
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Les T
Start Date: Immediate
patio extension 4.8 x 1.2 slabs provided part of groundwork done are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached location: rear what work is required: patio what lev...
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: James C
Start Date: Immediate
block paving back garden approx area 25 ft by 25 ft are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you require: block paving location: rear what work is required: pa...
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Bolaji J
Start Date: Immediate
Constructing a driveway from 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 Ro...
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Michael S
Start Date: Immediate
We require an area 4.8 x 2.4 metres paved with 600 x 600 slabs Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace Do you require: Block Paving Location: Rear What work is require...
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Jenita B
Start Date: Immediate
Patio to be layed (ground will need prepping - there is currently grass and a couple of slabs there)
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Charlotte C
Start Date: Immediate
I'm looking for someone to lay a 10x8 shed base in my back garden.
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Janice L
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
127 sq mtrs or patio with 3 manholes that I want laid with resin bond Do you require: Resin Patterned Location: Rear Roughly how much area are you looking to have paved: 61+ m2 What level of service d...
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Victoria D
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Re lay patio
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Janice L
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
127 sq mtrs or patio with 3 manholes that I want laid with resin bond Do you require: Resin Patterned Location: Rear Roughly how much area are you looking to have paved: 61+ m2 What level of service d...
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Colin A
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Paved drive way from public path to garage.
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Daniel H
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Extend patio by 20 slabs Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Do you require: Block Paving Location: Rear What work is required: Patio Roughly how much area a...
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Arthur T
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Customer visited the mydrivewayprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Property owner: Owner, Work description: Draining block drive. Remove existing shrubs and surfaces....
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Jeanine P
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
We would like to replace the old patio with a new patio. Placing down granite paving slabs if possible, the area is 35ft x 16ft. We would also like to add a step by the back door. Also to replace the...
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Steve K
Start Date: Less than one month
block paved drive approx 24 x 15 foot. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace Location: Front Roughly how much area are you looking to have paved: 0-20 m2 What level...
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Robert B
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Customer visited the mypatioprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Property owner: Owner, Work description: We wish to replace 16(4x4) wooden (600x600mm) decking panels ...
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Jill M
Start Date: Immediate
Lay a round 3 m patio
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Jean D
Start Date: Immediate
Area to be paved 5by5 roughlyin Indian stones all garden.some flags down to be removed and replaced with new paving - Desired Start Date: 27/06/2016 - Paving Material: Stone - Paving Size: Patio - Sma...
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: David B
Start Date: Immediate
Scrape front drive of small stones/pebbles. Level. Put in drainage and block pave up to side gate and front door. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Do you requi...
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: David B
Start Date: Immediate
Scrape front drive of small stones/pebbles. Level. Put in drainage and block pave up to side gate and front door. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Do you requi...
Biggleswade - SG18
Enquiry from: Corinne T
Start Date: Immediate
to fill 2 holes ruts at the entrance and lay pavers
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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.
One thing you should know about block paving a drive is that it can be very expensive depending on a number of factors such as the materials to be incorporated, block paving pattern, labour cost as well as the size of the drive in question. However, before you get started it’s always a good idea to obtain multiple quotes to compare the prices and select the most reasonable quote. Here, we’ve provided a breakdown of the block paving cost to ensure that you’ll not get ripped off.
There are three main types of block paving which includes clay blocks, concrete blocks as well as natural stone. If you were to go for complex block paving patterns and extras such as drainage solutions and edging, you may have to pay a significantly higher price. The size of your drive is also a major determinant of your block paving cost. What’s more? The materials you need as well as the contractors you select will all play a key role in the final cost of block paving your drive.
The material cost for the three types of block paving includes: Clay block £70 to £100 per m2, concrete blocks £20 to £60 per m2 and natural stone £50 to £105 per m2. To calculate your total material cost, you’ll need to determine the size of your drive.
The cost of labour for installing block paving is usually within the range of £50 to £100 per square metre. In certain cases, you may also have some waste removal needs. If you’re going to hire a specialist that’ll take a day or two of labour to get the job done, it’ll cost about £150 to £200 per day.
Other additional block paving costs include: hardcore £300, blocks and edgings £1,700, sharp sand £250. kiln-dried sand £250 and skip hire £500.
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.
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.
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