Block paving can look good 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 materials and possibilities available to you. The bricks found 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 some of the bricks get broken over time, they can easily be replaced. In addition, it means that it's simpler to perform 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, rendering it a great choice for driveways. The tradesperson creates the herringbone design 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. 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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Newcastle is a big city in England based on the River Tyne within the North East of the country. Having a population over 280,000 it's the 16th most populated city and yet holds much of its historic origins, with the council keen to protect this appeal. There has been modernisation too though, especially from the 70s having a variety of housing projects throughout the region. Regardless of the house you live in, ensure that you have property improvements completed by reliable industry specialists.
Local company owned by myself over 2 decades of business. Quality driveways of either flagging , block or patterned imprinted concrete with pvc fascias. All dealt with by myself to you. Free quotations given .
very friendly but not to impressed with the amount quoted for the job in hand.
Newcastle - BT33
Enquiry from: Audrey B
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Small brick patio.
Newcastle - BT33
Enquiry from: Maggie S
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Back garden we want itslabbed so no maintenance Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace Location: Rear What work is required: Patio Roughly how much area are you looki...
Newry (South Down section) - BT34
Enquiry from: Paul B
Start Date: Immediate
slabs lifted and replaced at pathway to front of house
Downpatrick - BT30
Enquiry from: Chris E
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20mx20m lay patio slabs and drill in parasol
Ballynahinch - BT24
Enquiry from: Monica I
Start Date: Immediate
I need some paving in my gardens Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Do you require: Block Paving Location: Both What work is required: Other Roughly how muc...
Newry (South Down section) - BT34
Enquiry from: Kevin H
Start Date: Immediate
A completely new Tarmac Driveway required. The area measures about 44 sqm.
Newry (South Down section) - BT34
Enquiry from: Tony B
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Driveway
Newry (South Down section) - BT34
Enquiry from: Mrs T
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Patio at rear of property. Work done on 2 levels and small wall
Downpatrick - BT30
Enquiry from: Louisa Q
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small piece of garden to be dug out
Downpatrick - BT30
Enquiry from: Fabrizio G
Start Date: Less than one month
Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Other Forms: None Please call to appoint
Ballynahinch - BT24
Enquiry from: Lorraine H
Start Date: Immediate
Driveway and path in front of house need redone, 2 manhole covers need replacing
Newry (South Down section) - BT34
Enquiry from: Liam M
Start Date: Immediate
SEAL TARMAC YARD
Newry (South Down section) - BT34
Enquiry from: Brian M
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Old patio to be lifted approx 100 m2 new one layer with edging Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Location: Both What work is required: Path, Patio Roughly how much area are you lookin...
Newry (South Down section) - BT34
Enquiry from: Julie A
Start Date: Immediate
Driveway to be tarmac
Ballynahinch - BT24
Enquiry from: Patrick B
Start Date: Immediate
150 metre driveway and area beside house---1158m" Are you the property owner: Owner of the property What work is required: Driveway Property Type: Detached Location: Both
Newry (South Down section) - BT34
Enquiry from: M
Start Date: Immediate
ground cleared .patio layed granaza flags bedded in screed two 2ft high walls built approx 12 ft each area of patio 34ftby 34ft.
Newry (South Down section) - BT34
Enquiry from: G
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to pave a patio area approx 36' x 12' please quote to supply and install flags for above size
Newry (South Down section) - BT34
Enquiry from: Eddie M
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block border around back garden and a small patio area, about 35 sq metres in total
Downpatrick - BT30
Enquiry from: Peter C
Start Date: Immediate
Small front concreted area with pathway at side of house & small rear area (currently concrete) to be paved/stamped concrete.
Newry (South Down section) - BT34
Enquiry from: Colm W
Start Date: Immediate
levelling out and Paving of small front lawn, path and driveway. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Do you require: Block Paving Location: Front Roughly h...
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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.
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.
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.
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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