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Block Paving in Shaftesbury

Block paving can look great as a driveway. It really 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 little different, there are many block paving materials and possibilities available to you. The bricks used in block paving are made of clay commonly, but some are made up of different composite materials. One of the main benefits 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 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, rendering it a fantastic choice for driveways. The herringbone pattern is created 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 will make your home look fantastic to buyers. Complete our online form to speak to up to 4 driveway companies who can provide you with a quote for a block-paved driveway.

Average Block paving cost in Shaftesbury

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 Shaftesbury 2025

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

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Shaftesbury

Shaftesbury is a town and also civil parish in Dorset, England. It is located on the A30 road, 20 miles (32 kilometres) west of Salisbury, near to the boundary with Wiltshire. It is the only considerable hill negotiation in Dorset, being built concerning 215 metres (705 ft) over sea level on a greensand hill on the edge of Cranborne Chase. The town looks into the Blackmore Vale, part of the River Stour basin. From different viewpoints, it is feasible to see at the very least as for Glastonbury Tor to the northwest. Shaftesbury is the website of the former Shaftesbury Abbey, which was founded in 888 by King Alfred and also turned into one of the wealthiest spiritual facilities in the country, before being damaged in the Dissolution in 1539. Adjacent to the abbey site is Gold Hill, a high cobbled street made use of in the 1970s as the setup for Ridley Scott's television ad for Hovis bread. In the 2011 census the town's civil parish had a population of 7,314.

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Stonehaven Landscapes

2 review(s)
Based: in Aldershot, GU12 5AW

At stonehaven building and landscapes we take pride in every job we do. We strive to understand what you need and to achieve this to the highest standards. We take care in understanding your requirements, and with more than 30 years of experience, we...

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Giuseppe R., GU1
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Guildford

I am not yet in the position to provide ffedback on the company rather than for the very good approach in contacting me ...

MGB Driveways and Patios

17 review(s)
Based: in Worcestershire, SO23 9AT

We provide a full paving and landscape service which can transform a tired garden, patio or driveway into a space you can love and be proud of. It is our aim to provide a top end quality installation at a competitive price without compromising the...

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M., PO20
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Chichester

Suggested works good explanation of materials needed and suggested design.

Secure Paving & Landscaping

24 review(s)
Based: in Buckinghamshire, SL9 0QR

Professionally but friendly run business for over 20 years, top quality tradesmen and only the finest materials are used. We specialise in all types of driveways and patios, including block paving, resin, bonded, driveways, imprinted, concrete, drive...

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Shaki M., UB3
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Hayes

Very quick contact with excellent consultation service discussing what they provide.

Hampshire Construction Services LTD

2 review(s)
Based: in Southampton, SO31 6RU

Professional and friendly groundworks specialist local to southampton and Portsmouth, all aspects of building work undertaken. Prompt to quote, visitation to quote is neccessary to achieve the taylored quote. Fully insured in the categories nee...

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Deborah F., PO17
3

Paving & Driveway | Block in Fareham

This company didn't visit because we took Pavefair on after their initial consultation.

Pavewise Home Improvement

9 review(s)
Based: in Gerrards cross, SL9 0QR

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Shaki M., UB3
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Hayes

Very quick contact with excellent consultation service discussing what they provide.

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30 Mar

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relay existing block-paving and re-edge block-paved steep driveway; approx size 120 sqm are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached location: front what work is required...

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Warminster - BA12

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relay existing block-paving and re-edge block-paved steep driveway; approx size 120 sqm are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached location: front what work is required...

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12 Aug

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28 Jun

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Wincanton - BA9

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patio extended by house. also garden gate fitted and a new patio of 2.5 metres and gravel around new pario. some trees planted are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi ...

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07 May

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Blandford Forum - DT11

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paved patio approx 4.2m x3.6 are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached property type: terrace location: rear what work is required: patio do you require: block ...

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31 Aug

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Warminster - BA12

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10 May

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Warminster - BA12

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17 Apr

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18 Mar

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Warminster - BA12

Enquiry from: Graham S

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3m square patio which will have a gazebo installed over.

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FAQs

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.

can you lay block paving on top of concrete?

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.

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.

how to seal block paving?

Are you having weed problems on your carefully picked out block pavings? After spending huge bucks to install the block pavings, the last thing any homeowner would want to discover is weed taking over the prized asset. Fortunately, this is a problem that can be effectively handled in a few simple steps provided in this article.

Basically, sealing of block paving is all about prevention of weed growth in the area by total weed removal, putting of sand between the block paving joints and sealing with a good quality sealant. This is a task that’s best left for a reliable professional to guarantee the best results especially if you lack proper training and experience. This guide will give a good insight into the process.

Here are the equipment you’ll need to get started: pressure washer, weed killer, bin bag, broom, small brush, protective gear, sealing roller, spueegee, jointing sand and sealer and DIY sprayer.

lRemove The Weed

• Put on a protective clothing and gloves

• Get a weed disposal bag to clean while you go.

• Apply the selected weed killer on both areas where weeds are present and the absent ones to prevent any growing.

lPressure Washing

• Angle your pressure washer between the gaps. This is done to remove all weeds and debris that are still lying around as well as removing all possible chemical residues to create a thorough clean between the paving slab.

• Leave the washed area to dry.

l Sand The Joints

• Check the weather forecast to ensure there’s about 24 to 48 hours of dryness as its important for both sand and sealant to do a perfect job.

• Put sand between the gaps and push it down with your small brush until its levelled.

lSeal The Gaps

• The sealing process should be done immediately and sanding.

• Clean up the patio

• Perform a test using a small area

• Apply the sealant

• Apply the second of sealant

• Leave to dry for about 2 to 3 hours.

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