Paving & Driveway | Block
Newport-on-Tay, Tayport - DD6
Enquiry from: Andrew B
Start Date: Immediate
Dig out roughly 100 square meters of crazy paving and lay blocks got the blocks on site
Block paving can look good as a driveway. It really is a stylish and functional solution 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 used in block paving are most commonly made of clay, but some are made up 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. In addition, it means that it's easier 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, rendering it a great 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 potential owners. Fill out our online form to get in touch with 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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Tayport, likewise known as Ferry-Port on Craig, is a town and burgh, as well as parish, in the region of Fife, Scotland, acting as a commuter community for Dundee. The adage of the Burgh is Te oportet alte ferri ("It is incumbent on you to lug yourself high"), a word play here on Tayport at auld Tay Ferry. Tayport lies close to the north east idea of Fife. To the north it looks across the River Tay to Broughty Ferry and Broughty Castle. To the eastern is the large Tentsmuir Nature Reserve, an area of forested dunes measuring some 3 km from eastern to west as well as 6 kilometres from north to southern and also bordered by broad sands that continue all the way round to the mouth of the River Eden. The civil parish of Ferry-Port on Craig has a population of 3,815 (in 2011).
Newport-on-Tay, Tayport - DD6
Enquiry from: Andrew B
Start Date: Immediate
Dig out roughly 100 square meters of crazy paving and lay blocks got the blocks on site
Newport-on-Tay, Tayport - DD6
Enquiry from: David S
Start Date: Immediate
Parking area for 1 car
Newport-on-Tay, Tayport - DD6
Enquiry from: A K
Start Date: Immediate
Customer visited the mypatioprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Property owner: Owner, Work description: Lay slabs on area approx 37 square metres. Lift and remove ex...
Dundee - DD1
Enquiry from: Atta R
Start Date: Immediate
Owner Terraced Block Paving Driveway 2-3 cars Supplied and laid 1-3 Months
Dundee - DD5
Enquiry from: Mhari W
Start Date: Immediate
Looking for a driveway quote please
Dundee - DD5
Enquiry from: Lucy W
Start Date: Immediate
i need my garden changed from grass to patio it’s a fairly small to medium sized garden are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: other do you require: block paving locatio...
St. Andrews - KY16
Enquiry from: William P
Start Date: Immediate
drive way re-done in mono block, lift current monoblock and relay new with edging . are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you require: block paving location: fro...
Dundee - DD3
Enquiry from: Ann I
Start Date: Immediate
My drive is full of holes and the car is starting to sink into them. I want to have a driveway that is hard wearing and no weeds. I don't no how long since it was last done but I think it's been a lon...
Cupar - KY15
Enquiry from: Jim A
Start Date: Immediate
limestone patio laid in back garden
Dundee - DD3
Enquiry from: Craig B
Start Date: Immediate
front lawn replaced with monoblocking 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...
Dundee - DD2
Enquiry from: Alec E
Start Date: Immediate
to extend my mono block driveway by 1.5 x 6 meters are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you require: block paving location: front what work is required: o...
Dundee - DD5
Enquiry from: Tracey W
Start Date: Immediate
back garden area, slabs removed and monoblocked area 10mx4m are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached location: rear what work is required: patio what level of service ...
Dundee - DD3
Enquiry from: Bobby D
Start Date: Immediate
looking to turn my front garden into a driveway are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what work do you need to have done: driveway roughly how big is the driveway ar...
Cupar - KY15
Enquiry from: Christian M
Start Date: Immediate
Garden patio approx 8 x 5 meters
Dundee - DD3
Enquiry from: Steven P
Start Date: Immediate
block paving to small driveway and block paving to side and rear of house are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other location: both what work is required: driveway, path, p...
St. Andrews - KY16
Enquiry from: Margery E
Start Date: Immediate
i my back garden i have an area which is of broken crazy paving that i need it redone are you the property owner: owner of the property what work is required: patio location: rear
Dundee - DD5
Enquiry from: Euan C
Start Date: Immediate
i would like a quote for a block driveway and path are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you require: block paving location: front what work is required: drivew...
Dundee - DD4
Enquiry from: David H
Start Date: Immediate
paving around backdoor area are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you require: block paving location: rear what work is required: path what level of service...
Dundee - DD5
Enquiry from: Debbie F
Start Date: Immediate
50 m2 drive cleared & paved currently 1/2 chips, 1/2 tarmac are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you require: block paving location: front what work is require...
Dundee - DD2
Enquiry from: Gerry C
Start Date: Immediate
Patio needs re-payed since sagging in middle
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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.
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.
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.
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