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Block Paving in Fowey

Block paving can look great as a driveway. It really 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 options and materials accessible to you. The bricks used in block paving are mostly made of clay, but some are made 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. It also means that it's easier to perform work under the top of 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 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 design create an elegant and interesting look for your driveway that can make your home look fantastic to potential owners. Complete our online form to speak to up to 4 driveway companies who can give you a quote for a block-paved driveway.

Average Block paving cost in Fowey

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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Block paving installation cost in Fowey 2025

Labour cost £2,800
Material cost £1,000
Waste removal £200
Time frame: 1-2 days

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Fowey

Fowey is a town, civil parish and also cargo port at the mouth of the River Fowey in south Cornwall, England, UK. The community has remained in presence since well prior to the Norman invasion, with the regional church first established time in the 7th century; the tidewater of the River Fowey forms an all-natural harbour which enabled the community to end up being a crucial trading centre. Privateers also utilized the sheltered harbourage. The Lostwithiel and Fowey Train brought China clay here for export. Fowey is a village, civil parish and freight port at the mouth of the River Fowey in south Cornwall, England. It goes to the entry to a huge flooded valley produced after the last glacial period by the melt waters that triggered the water level to increase considerably, producing a huge natural harbour which is accessible for its last seven miles. Fowey remains in the South Coastline (Eastern Area) of the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It lies at the end of the Saints' Method and also has ferryboats across the river to Polruan (foot) and Bodinnick (car). There are many historical buildings in the town, including the ruins of St Catherine's Castle, while Readymoney Cove possesses a regional coastline. At the time of the 2001 census, Fowey had a population of 2,273. This had actually enhanced somewhat at the 2011 census to 2,395 The Fowey selecting ward had a population of 4,690 in 2011.

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First Choice

65 review(s)
Based: in Cornwall, TR9 6LG

A business with customer satisfaction guaranteed, we aim to please with our workmanship, good reliable company. No job to big or small, All estimates free of charge.

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Mr R., TR14
4

Paving & Driveway | Block in Camborne

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Premier Landscaping Services LTD

33 review(s)
Based: in Exeter, EX1 2JY

At Premier Landscaping Services Ltd provide a full range of high quality driveway solutions Call today for a free no obligation Quotation we aim to provide our customers with a first class service from start to finish

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Lorraine B., M41
4

Paving & Driveway | Block in Manchester

Price too high.

Vision Drives and Patios LTD

2 review(s)
Based: in Market harborough, LE16 8JW

We are an established family run driveway and patio company and work throughout Devon & Cornwall. We are dedicated to achieving the same goal as our customers, giving complete customer satisfaction.Whether you are looking for a traditional, contemp...

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Mr P., EX2
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Exeter

Very good response

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how to lay block paving?

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.

What materials can I use to surface my driveway?

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 much to block pave a drive?

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.

Do I need to be at home when my driveway is being worked on?

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.

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