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Block Paving in Hull

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 plenty of block paving materials and options available to you. The bricks used in block paving are made of clay commonly, but some are made of different composite materials. Among the main advantages to block paving is that if some of the bricks get damaged over time, they can be replaced easily. It also means that it is easier 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 because it has the strongest interlock, rendering it a fantastic 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 appealing 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 give you a quote for a block-paved driveway.

Average Block paving cost in Hull

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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Prices based on actual Block paving costs for Hull, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Block paving installation cost in Hull 2024

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

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Block paving searches in cities and towns near Hull October 2024

Hull

Hull is a very well-known port and trading city on the east coast of England. As a result it was subjected to several bombings through the Second World War, resulting in a large restoring job right after. Hull contains a large populace over 250,000 but has obtained poor media coverage in recent times based on education, policing and social deprivation. The objective of modern strategies is to change the face of the city with remodeling and restoration.

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Block paving pros in Hull

Nationwide Driveways Ltd

8 review(s)
Based: in Nottingham, NG7 6LH

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...

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Mrs B., NG16
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Nottingham

Nationwide Driveways did me a really professional job to a very high standard. Everybody was friendly and courteous and ...

Old hand

1 review(s)
Based: in York, YO32 5TJ

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Mrs S., YO10
4

Paving & Driveway | Block in York

Only had one company contacted us , so we are going elsewhere for quotes.

Similar Customer Enquiries for Block paving in Hull

24 Oct

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hull - HU7

Enquiry from: Ntaye J

Start Date: Immediate

Want to convert natural turf infront of my house to block paving. to increase driveway parking space. The area is about 3x3m, with a slight incline

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23 Aug

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hull - HU4

Enquiry from: Keron M

Start Date: Immediate

patio extending. already have most of matching pavers, will need to get a few more to complete job are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you require: block ...

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19 Aug

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hull - HU12

Enquiry from: Paul J

Start Date: Immediate

Small side brick part doing on my drive. Its only 4x2. To remove soil first.

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29 Jun

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hull - HU12

Enquiry from: Keith G

Start Date: Immediate

we currently have a concrete straight driveway that measures 20 m x 3 m. at the rh side of the driveway is a soil border with small shrubs. on the lh side and to the front of the driveway is the front...

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07 Jun

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hull - HU4

Enquiry from: Yvonne P

Start Date: Immediate

Block paving path on front of house

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16 May

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hull - HU9

Enquiry from: Melvyn H

Start Date: Immediate

i need an area of 4.4m x 5.3m block paved for a drive to a garage from road way . thanks are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you require: block paving lo...

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30 Apr

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hull - HU12

Enquiry from: Roy R

Start Date: Immediate

5/6 BRICKS BLOCK PAVING LIFTED. Gully running along side bricks. Concerned someone may trip over lifted bricks

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07 Apr

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hull - HU6

Enquiry from: Elaine M

Start Date: Immediate

my full front garden concreted and imprinted are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached roughly how big is the driveway area: 2-3 cars what level of service do you ...

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06 Feb

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hull - HU5

Enquiry from: Brian E

Start Date: Immediate

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old pavers being removed and new pavers layed with pavers being extended to fence are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: semi detached do you require: block paving location: rear...

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13 Sep

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hull - HU6

Enquiry from: Jermaine I

Start Date: Immediate

customer visited the mydrivewayprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. property type: semi detached property owner: owner, work description: stone bricks to take up the whole driveway are you the...

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13 Sep

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hull - HU5

Enquiry from: John M

Start Date: Immediate

Have my own pavers just need someone to do my patio

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21 Jul

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hull - HU11

Enquiry from: Malcolm B

Start Date: Immediate

hi i have a gravel driveway at the moment and need a quote for replacement with tarmac or block paving are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you require: block ...

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24 Jun

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hull - HU6

Enquiry from: Alison S

Start Date: Immediate

28 sq meters of grey patio fitting and supplied please

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06 Jun

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hull - HU4

Enquiry from: James B

Start Date: Immediate

paving slabs to be laid around back of house and a path leading from it down to rectangular area at the end of the garden. around 30 square metre in all but i will supply slabs. everything else requir...

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14 May

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hull - HU8

Enquiry from: David M

Start Date: Immediate

15 square meters of block paving ,in grey,inc all work from prep to finish

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23 Apr

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hull - HU8

Enquiry from: David O

Start Date: Immediate

Patio area in rear garden installing.

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09 Apr

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hull - HU6

Enquiry from: Antonia M

Start Date: Immediate

front yard paving. 2x3m. are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: semi detached do you require: block paving location: front what work is required: patio roughly how big is the dri...

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02 Apr

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hull - HU12

Enquiry from: Laura N

Start Date: Immediate

patio area paved in the back garden. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached location: rear what work is required: patio roughly how big is the driveway area: 1-...

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24 Mar

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hull - HU8

Enquiry from: Paul G

Start Date: Immediate

need patio relaying 6ft by 15ft and then extending by 6ft by 13.8ft are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached do you require: block paving location: rear what ...

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08 Mar

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hull - HU10

Enquiry from: Dave S

Start Date: Immediate

11m x 4m stone slab patio. 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 is the dri...

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FAQs

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.

is block paving permeable?

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.

When's the best time to get driveway work done?

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.

what sand for block paving?

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.

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