Block paving can look great as a driveway. It 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 bit different, there are many block paving options and materials available to you. The bricks used in block paving are mostly made of clay, but some are made of different composite materials. One of the main advantages to block paving is that if a few of the bricks get broken over time, they can easily be replaced. In addition, it means that it's simpler to carry out work under the top of paving without leaving a mark. The most frequent 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 a stylish and appealing look for your driveway that will make your home look fantastic to potential owners. Complete 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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Milnthorpe is a huge village and selecting ward within the South Lakeland area of Cumbria, England. Historically part of Westmorland and straddling the A6 road, the community includes a number of old hostelries and also hosts a market in The Square every Friday. The parish and also ward of Milnthorpe had a population of 2,106 recorded in the 2001 census, raising to 2,199 at the 2011 Census. Each August, the Friends of the Exhibition holds its annual art event in the church. Milnthorpe has 2 steel bands, one for adults and also the various other based in the community's junior school. The grade I listed house Dallam Tower, with an estate understood for its deer, stands close to the River Bela simply south-west of Milnthorpe, whilst St Anthony's Tower might be seen on the top of St Anthony's Hill to the north-east of the town centre, forgeting the village and also the housing estate of Owlet Ash Fields in neighboring Ackenthwaite. It has one high school, called Dallam School, and also one primary school, called Milnthorpe Primary School. There are three hostelries in the town.
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Milnthorpe - LA7
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Ulverston - LA12
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drive block paving, .area 26sq mtr. 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 roughly ...
Lancaster - LA1
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approx 22m square yard needs flagging please are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace do you require: block paving location: rear what work is required: patio what leve...
Kendal - LA9
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Block paving, like a wedge of cheese.28ft x 17ft x 10ft. Continuous from existing driveway
Kendal - LA9
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Extending current block paving, size 28ft x 17ft reducing to 10ft like a wedge.
Morecambe - LA3
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approximately 50 square metres drive and patio are you the property owner: owner of the property what work is required: driveway, patio location: both roughly how big is the driveway area: 3 cars plus...
Lancaster - LA2
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block paving front of the 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: driveway roughly how...
Kendal - LA8
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small area of slate chipppings need to be removed and replaced with flat paving slabs in hawkshead are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached location: rear do y...
Lancaster - LA2
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12 metres squares of pathway in the garden. not a hard standing insteadva courtyard area between two houses are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you require: b...
Carnforth - LA5
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Lancaster - LA1
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i have a concrete double driveway that i would like replacing are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you require: tarmac location: front what work is require...
Lancaster - LA1
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i need to lie down patio in my garden with indian paving stone are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached location: rear what work is required: patio roughly how big is ...
Lancaster - LA1
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i need to lie down patio in my garden with indian paving stone are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached location: rear what work is required: patio roughly how big is ...
Lancaster - LA1
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remove the old paving .rearange in place with a right slope for draining water . are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: detached do you require: block paving location: re...
Ulverston - LA12
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driveway needs re-doing. it's just a dirt driveway at the moment 2 x car driveway. husband has had heart surgery cannot do it himself. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: ...
Morecambe - LA4
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rip tarmac up and replace block paving are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you require: block paving roughly how big is the driveway area: 2-3 cars what l...
Morecambe - LA3
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patio driveway 1300 square feet , either indian style or similar. possible tarmac with border are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace roughly the size of your garden: ...
Lancaster - LA1
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Kendal - LA9
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150 square metres block paving
Lancaster - LA1
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Replace tarmac drive way 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 big is the d...
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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.
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.
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.
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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