Paving & Driveway | Block
Taunton - TA1
Enquiry from: Chris M
Start Date: Immediate
Quarry tile small front path
Block paving can look great as a driveway. It is a stylish and functional solution 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 plenty of block paving options and materials accessible to you. The bricks used in block paving are most commonly manufactured from clay, but some are made up of different composite materials. One of the main benefits to block paving is that if a few of the bricks get broken over time, they can be replaced easily. In addition, it means that it's simpler to carry out work under the surface of the 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 fantastic choice for driveways. The tradesperson creates the herringbone pattern 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.
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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Requests for quotations in South West in December 2024
Requests for Block paving quotations in South West in December 2024. 0% change from November 2024.
Requests for Block paving quotations in United Kingdom in December 2024. 0% change from November 2024.
Taunton - TA1
Enquiry from: Chris M
Start Date: Immediate
Quarry tile small front path
Bristol - BS16
Enquiry from: Susan H
Start Date: Immediate
I have tarmac down on driveway not level I would like it repaired or block paved
Newton Abbot - TQ12
Enquiry from: Rose A
Start Date: Immediate
driveway and path around backgarden
Newton Abbot - TQ12
Enquiry from: Rebecca B
Start Date: Immediate
Patio needs more slabs down because I removed the old green house!
Paignton - TQ3
Enquiry from: Will B
Start Date: Immediate
Block paving of whole drive aswell as an extension built to make the drive bigger.
Poole - BH12
Enquiry from: Andy F
Start Date: Immediate
Hi, I am seeking quotes to have my driveway widened. It is currently not quite wide enough to comfortably park a car. There is a lot of front garden space I would like to replace with a large drive...
Cheltenham - GL52
Enquiry from: Teresa W
Start Date: Immediate
Block paving to replace tarmac drive
Berkeley - GL13
Enquiry from: Nathan A
Start Date: Immediate
Removal of front wall and grassed area. Approx 50m of block paving to include 15m run of aco drain to a new soak away. Replace approx 10m wall to 750mm high
Taunton - TA2
Enquiry from: Ivanna B
Start Date: Immediate
I am writing to enquire about your services for the removal of a kerb from the sidewalk to create an entrance for a vehicle. Could you provide us with the following information: 1. Details of th...
Bristol - BS16
Enquiry from: Jay D
Start Date: Immediate
Looking for driveway to be block paved/slabs
Torquay - TQ2
Enquiry from: Amanda M
Start Date: Immediate
New driveway and drop kerb
Exeter - EX6
Enquiry from: Helen P
Start Date: Immediate
We have a 90 square metre driveway we would like block paved
Exmouth - EX8
Enquiry from: Sinah K
Start Date: Immediate
grass taken up and drive way extended 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 roughl...
Blakeney, Lydney - GL15
Enquiry from: Josh D
Start Date: Immediate
Currently got a part tarmac part lawn front of the property . I’m after a fully blocked driveway.
Marlborough - SN8
Enquiry from: Richard H
Start Date: Immediate
Drive surface and edging needs replacing.
Cheltenham - GL54
Enquiry from: Stephanie B
Start Date: Immediate
block paving quote. 2 -3 car driveway. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you require: block paving location: front what work is required: driveway, path rou...
Bristol - BS14
Enquiry from: Siju M
Start Date: Immediate
need to remove grass and front fencing bush and replace it with block paving are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you require: block paving location: front...
Clevedon - BS21
Enquiry from: Emma H
Start Date: Immediate
i need my driveway, cleaned up. De-weeded and re-sanded
Torquay - TQ1
Enquiry from: Richard H
Start Date: Immediate
40 sq. metres red tarmac to lay on existing concrete
Weymouth - DT4
Enquiry from: Bev G
Start Date: Immediate
small drive way . ( dropped kerb is already in place ) are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace do you require: block paving location: front what work is required: dri...
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So have you decided to lay block paving on your property? If yes, then knowing how much it would cost would help you prepare a budget and set out a plan before commencement of the project. The cost of block paving depends on a wide range of factors such as the the size of the area in question, cost of labour as well as the type of brick and block paving to be used. So how much does block paving cost? In this article, we’ll give you an general idea of the cost of laying of block paving on a driveway so you can estimate your cost according to your personal requirements and needs.
For a small to medium sized driveway featuring a complex design, the block pavings’ cost starts from a range between £3,000 to £4,000, meanwhile that of a large sized pathway will jump to a range between £6,500 to £7,500. And depending on the complexity of the design, the final cost of the project can be greatly impacted as it would also take a longer period of time to be completed. For the same small to medium sized pathway featuring a simple design which usually takes up to 3 to 4 days will cost within a range of £4,500 to £5,500. While a complex design such as a herringbone pattern will take up to 5 to 6 days and costing within a range of £5,000 to £6,000.
Furthermore, there are also other factors that can determine the price of block paving and another example is the current condition. This includes the preparation work to be carried out before laying the block paving can be a time consuming task especially when the driveway is in a terrible condition and this comes with a high labour cost. Another factor to be considered is the materials used in making the block paving such as stone, concrete, cement, composite and resin - they’re all available in various range of colours and textures. They play a key role in the block paving cost.
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.
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.
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.
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