S & Q Driveways
Based: in Wolverhampton, WV10 7PPAt S & Q driveways we can guarantee you'll be a happy custumer
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Michael J., B6
15th October 2022
Paving & Driveway | Block in Birmingham
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Block paving can look great as a driveway. It is an elegant and functional answer to your driveway and will give your home great kerb appeal. Whether you want a classic herringbone design or something a bit different, there are many block paving materials and possibilities available to you. The bricks used 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 damaged over time, they can certainly be replaced. It also means that it is simpler to carry out work under the surface of the paving without leaving a mark. The most common 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 pattern by placing 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 can make your home look fantastic to buyers. Fill out 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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At S & Q driveways we can guarantee you'll be a happy custumer
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Northstone pave home improvements is a family run business for the last 50 years.we insure nothing but our customers complete satisfaction and happiness when the project is complete.we specialise in landscaping projects,new builds to extension and al...
Anthony and his team stepped in at short notice after someone else let me down ,job completed to our satisfaction on tim...
Dedicated to producing beautifully crafted and carefully executed work, we liaise closely with our customers in order to guarantee complete satisfaction and peace of mind. Our expertise will ensure that each project is properly organised and efficie...
Had block paving power washed . Very friendly work completed and property left nice and tidy. Sand and sealed myself as ...
With over 25 years experience, we can transform your outdoor space, add value to your home and give you the paving, driveway or fencing you've always wanted. We're a family run business that places strong emphasis on building long lasting relation...
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Olympia construction were the only company who made contact. I did make other enquiries myself with other companies.
Nationwide Drives ltd take great pride in the quality of workmanship delivered on each and every job. We cater to both Domestic and Commercial customers in all surrounding areas of Nottingham,mansfield and Chesterfield. With over 20 years exper...
Nationwide Driveways did me a really professional job to a very high standard. Everybody was friendly and courteous and ...
We are a family run buisness with outstanding quality driveaways, we have 3 teams allowing us to get jobs booked in and completed quickly and in a professional manner. Book now for your free no obligation quotation.
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JL driveways man are a local family run business from Warrington covering a wide-area in the Northwest We specialise in All types of driveways Landscaping's block paving tarmacking Imprinted concrete resen Fencing and much much more you dream it w...
Did a great job. Said it would take 5 days and it did. Great team of workers who worked really hard and did a lovely job...
Thomas Contractors are a family run business operating in Crewe, Nantwich and across South Cheshire. We provide new driveways, patios, fencing, landscaping and building services to clients based in Crewe, Nantwich, and the surrounding Cheshire area. ...
Good product and price although I havn't recieved a written quote yet
Platinum Contractors is a family owned business started in2004. And , has grown to serve all of Lancashire To meet the needs of our clients, we’ve evolved to include the entire construction process, including FULL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE. We pride ou...
Came the same day and their quote and ideas were just what we wanted
Chester - CH2
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Extending driveway. To fit 2 cars.
Chester - CH2
Enquiry from: Beverley R
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Extending driveway. To fit 2 cars.
Chester - CH2
Enquiry from: Beverley R
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Extending driveway. To fit 2 cars.
Chester - CH1
Enquiry from: Derek M
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Clean seal block paving drive approximately 28ft x 13
Frodsham - WA6
Enquiry from: ROBIN M
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replace tarmac with charcoal block paving on a small drive ***et x 17feet. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other do you require: block paving location: front what wor...
Nantwich - CW5
Enquiry from: Lawrence M
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Block paving to front garden.
Cheadle - SK8
Enquiry from: Lily L
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pls provide estimated quotation for block driveway by email. Thanks.
Warrington - WA5
Enquiry from: Jennifer L
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We would like a quote for a driveway please but not sure which type is best for us.
Stockport - SK2
Enquiry from: Wayne C
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We have an existing block drive we would like to use the exiting drive but extend it by approx 1 to 1.5 mtrs wider cutting into the lawn. The ground that can be used to extend is just soil with a bit...
Cheadle - SK8
Enquiry from: SYED N
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Drive and possibly dropping the Kerb
Warrington - WA1
Enquiry from: Robert R
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imprinted concrete driveway 8 x 3m are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you require: tarmac roughly how big is the driveway area: 1-2 cars what level of se...
Runcorn - WA7
Enquiry from: Trevor P
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Sensible quote for driveway, including removal of existing driveway and re-shaping.
Warrington - WA2
Enquiry from: Jane B
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1) Price on relaying 24m square with original flags and cobbles with drain channel 2) Price on blocked paving 24 m square with drain channel
Stockport - SK5
Enquiry from: Fabian H
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Hi i would like a quote to convert my front garden to a driveway
Cheadle - SK8
Enquiry from: Mansoor A
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Owner Terraced Block Paving Other 3-4 cars Supplied and laid 1-3 Months
Warrington - WA3
Enquiry from: Janet F
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Front driveway paved. Open to suggestions on design.
Chester - CH2
Enquiry from: Peter D
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Driveway jetwashed to remove all weeds, then to be sealed afterwards to prevent the growth of more weeds in the future
Stockport - SK4
Enquiry from: Uzma A
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owner terraced block paving other 3-4 cars supplied and laid 1-3 months are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace do you require: block paving location: front what work...
Warrington - WA4
Enquiry from: Marissa W
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20 square meters of porslain slabs fitted easy job just going on my lawn are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you require: block paving what work do you need to...
Altrincham - WA14
Enquiry from: Salmin A
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customer made an enquiry for block paving via one of our websites. looking at various options they would like to discuss directly confirmed interest via phone at 14:54 please call to discuss and arra...
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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.
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.
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.
Is Block Paving Permeable?
Back in 2008, there was a regulation introduced which comes with a requirement guiding the pavement of front gardens. It requires homeowners to incorporate the conventional impermeable driveways which makes for an uncontrolled run off of rainwater into sewers, roadways, local watercourses etc. However since then, new systems have been established which complies with the legislation and permit driveway laying of block paving without requiring planning permission while still providing the same visually appealing features as the conventional systems. Therefore, a short and simple answer to whether block paving is permeable is yes.
A permeable paving driveway (unlike the conventional ones which quickly diverts rainwater towards the edges to local drains) purposefully diverts rainwater into the built paving structure which oversees a controlled release of the rainwater into the environment. Permeable block paving comes with a wide range of benefits which includes the following:
• No Planning Permission Required
Unlike the traditional system, permeable block paving requires no planning permission as it oversees the driveway draining by ensuring that the surface water passes directly through the joints which makes sure the drains are not over worked and minimizing the risk of flood.
• Puddles Reduction By Natural Drainage
A permeable block paving minimizes puddles as well as standing water which helps to boost natural drainage. This is due to the laying process which features little voids that permits the passage of water.
• Natural Filtration
A natural filtration occurs when water is allowed to return to the ground by permeable block paving which helps assists in getting rid of any pollutants from the rain water.
• Flood Prevention
Permeable paving can help to prevent flooding as it absorbs water rather than directing it to the local drains or leaving it to build up on the surface’s top.
• Natural & Sustainable Materials
Natural and recyclable materials can be incorporated in producing permeable paving which is an excellent choice especially if you’re seeking a more sustainable driveway.
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