Fenmac Ltd t/a FM Property Maintenance
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Paving & Driveway | Block in Welwyn Garden
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Block paving can look good as a driveway. It 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 materials and options 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 benefits to block paving is that if a few of the bricks get damaged over time, they can be replaced easily. It also means that it is simpler to carry out work under the top of 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 great 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 interesting look for your driveway that will make your home look fantastic to potential buyers. Complete our online form to speak to 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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The historic market town of Bishop's Stortford is located in East Hertfordshire within the East of England. This is the nearest large town to London's Stansted Airport and it's part of the London commuter belt. Bishop's Stortford has a populace of 34,826 and the district was chosen as the 7th best area to live in the United Kingdom in 2006. For all house enhancements you're thinking of, be sure to assess quotations from vetted professionals locally and get the ideal price for the work you need completed.
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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
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.
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.
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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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...
Very quick contact with excellent consultation service discussing what they provide.
Bishop's Stortford - CM23
Enquiry from: Gloria M
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`Front drive block paving jet hosed. Path at side of house leading to the patio consisting of slabs.
Bishop's Stortford - CM23
Enquiry from: Holly W
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Front garden to driveway
Bishop's Stortford - CM23
Enquiry from: Patricia S
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a risen manhole on the drive way
Bishop's Stortford - CM23
Enquiry from: Layla K
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front drive payed with block pacing are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached do you require: block paving location: front what work is required: driveway rough...
Bishop's Stortford - CM22
Enquiry from: Lisa H
Start Date: Immediate
Double driveway to be done out the front of the house want block
Bishop's Stortford - CM23
Enquiry from: Michael S
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i would like some one to install a garden patio 540x370 are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached location: rear do you require: block paving what work is required...
Bishop's Stortford - CM22
Enquiry from: Jonathan H
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22 Sqm charcoal grey regular 50 mms blockpaving
Bishop's Stortford - CM23
Enquiry from: Richard M
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Patio laid to back of house roughly 6m x4m 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 Rou...
Bishop's Stortford - CM23
Enquiry from: Eddie M
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Quotation for patio for garden.at back of Emery House.
Bishop's Stortford - CM22
Enquiry from: TERRY S
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DRIVEWAY OF APPOXIMATELY 120 Sq. METERS
Bishop's Stortford - CM22
Enquiry from: Simon F
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Patio and path, 65 sq metres, Indian sandstone
Bishop's Stortford - CM23
Enquiry from: Bob B
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Home Owner Call to Appoint
Bishop's Stortford - CM22
Enquiry from: Peter J
Start Date: Less than one month
Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Do you require: Block Paving Location: Front What work is required: Driveway Roughly how much area are you looking to have pav...
Bishop's Stortford - CM23
Enquiry from: Sandeep B
Start Date: Immediate
I'm looking to install electric metal gate for my driveway which is 4 m wide x 6' in height. I have attached a picture along with this email to give you some idea of the kind of gate I need. I am al...
Bishop's Stortford - CM22
Enquiry from: P
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90 square meters block paving drive
Bishop's Stortford - CM23
Enquiry from: Paula C
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I am looking to having block paving around to sides of my house
Bishop's Stortford - CM23
Enquiry from: Paula C
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Relay or do new for patio area around front of house Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Do you require: Block Paving Location: Front What work is required: ...
Bishop's Stortford - CM23
Enquiry from: Paula C
Start Date: Immediate
Patio area around two sides of the cottage
Bishop's Stortford - CM23
Enquiry from: Paula C
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Property type: Semi detached Property owner: Owner Work description: Old cottage need patio around two sides of the house. Patio at the moment are bricks very old broken and slippery
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Have you decided to install block paving and wondering what the best sand to be applied to the joints is in order to achieve a perfect job? Well, you’re at the right place! This is one of the most frequently asked questions when it comes to block paving and we seek to give you a reliable solution once and for all.
The best sand for block paving is a kiln-dried sand. It’s an extremely fine sand which has been dried in a kiln to get rid of all the water before it’s incorporated to achieve the best results. Therefore, the sand contains no moisture and is commonly used to fill the joints of block paving to keep the paving’s structure rigid and strong. It also goes a long way to prevent the ingress of water while stopping the paving from moving and becoming loose. The major reason why the paving sand must be dried is to allow it flow easily into the joints as well as the block paving’s gaps. As result of this smooth flowing to the bottom of the joints, there will be no sand sticking to the sides of the pavers.
Another major reason why kiln-dried sand is commonly applied to the block paving’s joints is to prevent water from penetrating the paved area. It also tightens the individual pavers together to prevent from moving and becoming loose. In the event whereby you happen to leave the joints of your block paving without kiln dried sand, it’s highly likely that they’ll sink as a result of water penetration and the blocks will become very loose. After washing block paving, it’s very important to also replace any sand washed off in the process once the paving is dried to prevent water ingress into the joints.
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.
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.
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.
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