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Cheltenham - GL53
Enquiry from: Gerry P
Start Date: Immediate
A patio repointed and tidied up.
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Cheltenham - GL53
Enquiry from: Gerry P
Start Date: Immediate
A patio repointed and tidied up.
Cheltenham - GL50
Enquiry from: Joe M
Start Date: Immediate
Hello, We would please like a quote for a 67m2 driveway in patterned concrete, tarmac, resin and block paving for comparison. We would also like a step to the front door included please. Tha...
Cheltenham - GL51
Enquiry from: Ryan N
Start Date: Immediate
I’d like my drive tamac’d with a boarder of blocks round the outside i haven’t had chance to measure it yet but it comfortably fits three cars I also need the front pavement levelled accordingly...
Cheltenham - GL52
Enquiry from: Teresa W
Start Date: Immediate
Block paving to replace tarmac drive
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...
Cheltenham - GL52
Enquiry from: Sajan J
Start Date: Immediate
50 Msq red tarmac driveway
Cheltenham - GL52
Enquiry from: Ann M
Start Date: Immediate
quote for removal concrete/soil to achieve desired level underneath the air brick and lay gravel.
Cheltenham - GL52
Enquiry from: Ann M
Start Date: Immediate
Remove concrete/soil from our driveway and create space underneath our airbricks to avoid water ingress in the future. There have been historic leaks and our joists have been damaged as well as the ...
Cheltenham - GL54
Enquiry from: Stewart C
Start Date: Immediate
patio in front of bi-folds, using bradstone paving or similar. area is 7mx3m maximum. needs some drainage work to prevent water puddles.
Cheltenham - GL54
Enquiry from: Stewart C
Start Date: Immediate
patio in front of bi-folds, using bradstone paving or similar. area is 7mx3m maximum. needs some drainage work to prevent water puddles.
Cheltenham - GL54
Enquiry from: Reuben M
Start Date: Immediate
170meters squared tarmac and possibly edging etc
Cheltenham - GL54
Enquiry from: Tanya S
Start Date: Immediate
grass taken up, base layered and gravel put in are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: detached do you require: other what work do you need to have done: patio roughly how ...
Cheltenham - GL54
Enquiry from: Katie D
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
customer made an online enquiry for slab paving and confirmed on email they would like a call with a driveway installer to discuss prices.please call to arrange an appointment to quote. are you the pr...
Cheltenham - GL54
Enquiry from: DAVID H
Start Date: Immediate
driveway installed in front garden are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you require: other what work do you need to have done: driveway roughly how big is...
Cheltenham - GL51
Enquiry from: Michael P
Start Date: Immediate
my patio becomes a lake when it rains. it needs some existing slabs cut and drainage sorted are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you require: gravel & stone loc...
Cheltenham - GL50
Enquiry from: Fergal C
Start Date: Immediate
customer made an online enquiry for slab paving and confirmed on sms and email they would like a call with a driveway installer to discuss prices.please call to arrange an appointment to quote. i woul...
Cheltenham - GL54
Enquiry from: Stephen P
Start Date: Immediate
Repair of rotten window frames
Cheltenham - GL51
Enquiry from: Anna R
Start Date: Immediate
Block paving driveway access for 2 cars on front drive
Cheltenham - GL54
Enquiry from: William M
Start Date: Immediate
customer has a paving & driveways project they are looking to have done, specially they want quotes for slab paving. they are unsure of options so would like to discuss with a driveway installer.confi...
Cheltenham - GL53
Enquiry from: Marianne M
Start Date: Immediate
are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached other forms: home improvements agreed to receive quotes for selected products: yes please call to appoint
Are you planning to install a driveway on your home or property? If yes, then you’ll most likely be interested to know exactly how much it’s going to cost. Well, to get started you’ll have to decide whether you’ll be doing this yourself or perhaps you’d be hiring a specialist. The project could be much more effective if you decide to tackle it on your own as you’re only going to be worried about the paying for the materials without any labour costs. However, installing a driveway is not the simplest of tasks even for the competent and more experienced DIYers. Therefore, if you choose to carry out the project on your own, you should also get ready for a longer completion time than it would have been if you hired a professional which is usually around 48 hours. If you have all the tools and materials in place before commencement, then it’s possible to complete the project over the weekend. However, there are many risks involved such as the possibility of misjudging the proper quantity of concrete mixture (for a concrete driveway) and more. So, how much does driveway installer charge?
Well, just like other home improvement projects, the amount charged by driveway installers depend on a number of factors like the type of driveway (concrete, asphalt, tarmac etc), size of the area, the experience of the professional, the property’s location and lots more. However, in general, the average cost of a driveway ranges between £35 to £85 per square metre. For labour costs, you can expect to pay between £200 to £450 per day based on the work’s complexity.
The table shows the sorts of task that Driveway Installers typically do as well as the regular cost series of these projects. Some jobs take longer to finish than others so costs do be very different by project.
View our Driveway Installer cost guide View our Driveway Installer adviceDriveway Installer job | Driveway Installer cost in 2024 |
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Tarmac paving and driveways in Cheltenham | £1,125-£1,725 |
Block paving in Cheltenham | £3,000-£4,600 |
Slab Paving and Driveway in Cheltenham | £1,875-£2,875 |
Driveway cleaning in Cheltenham | £342-£1,115 |
Gravel paving and driveways in Cheltenham | £2,250-£4,550 |
Pattern imprinted driveways in Cheltenham | £3,750-£5,750 |
Resin bound driveway in Cheltenham | £2,625-£4,025 |
Driveway repair in Cheltenham | £1,520-£2,280 |
Indian Stone Paving in Cheltenham | £2,000-£3,800 |
Pave Driveway in Cheltenham | £1,800-£3,100 |
Paving comes in a wide range of colours and patterns. Consider using a contrasting colour for the edges of your patio or driveway for a tidy effect. A paving specialist can advise you on different combinations possible, alternatively, have a look online at what products, shapes and colours are produced.
Moss growth on tarmac and asphalt is pretty common. This can make your driveway or outside area slippy and untidy, so it’s a good idea to get rid of it.
Start by using a stiff brush to dislodge as much moss as possible and clear it off your driveway. Then use a moss killer to kill any remaining moss. Make sure you follow the product instructions – some moss killers are best used on tarmac or asphalt that’s clean and damp, whilst others are better for dry surfaces.
To prevent further moss growth, it’s a good idea to reduce the amount of shade on your tarmac or asphalt as much as possible. This will help you keep it as warm and dry as possible, and reduce moss growth.
Gravel driveways are very popular in the UK for a reason. Not only do they provide a more natural look than other driveway surfacing options and happens to be quite affordable, but they’re also very easy to install and maintain. And more importantly, they have a great range of colour scheme to match and compliment your brickwork and plants to make for an alluring outdoor living space.
Are you also planning to install a gravel driveway? You’ve come to the right place! If you’re a competent DIYer with confidence, then this should be as easy as they come. If otherwise, then it’s advisable to hire a reliable professional who can guarantee the best results for help. In this guide, we’ll shed more light on the gravel driveway installation process. Let’s get started!
✓ Prepare the floor. To get a level and flat floor, you’ll have to clear the area of all weeds, paving slabs, block paving etc. Get a good foundation material to apply to the surface if you have an uneven surface or if you have potholes to fill.
✓ Stop the weeds. You’ll have to apply an anti-weed membrane so you won’t have stubborn weeds growing through your finished driveway.
✓ Spread the gravel. In the process of purchasing your gravel, ensure to select handy bags, bulk bags if tipped loose. If you go for the bags there may be a need of wheelbarrow to help move the gravel around, however with a tipped loose you can have the gravel chippings tipped directly on to the driveway.
✓ Make use of the hose. It’s possible that when your gravel arrives, it’ll be be dusty. Make use of an hose to run over the driveway to bring out the true colours of your driveway.
A resin bound driveway is made from resin and aggregates that are mixed together to create a smooth, flat surface. They’re often called ‘stone carpets’ because they offer a decorative finish that is durable and requires very little maintenance. It has lots of little gaps that allow water to drain into the ground, which means that you won’t get pooling or flooding around your property.
You can choose from lots of different colours and types of aggregate (stones) so that your resin bound driveway complements your property. Most contractors recommend choosing a darker aggregate because they are more resistant to the sun, but if you choose a good UV-resistant resin you should be able to have a lighter stone that doesn’t get too bleached by the sun.
To lay a resin bound driveway, resin and aggregates are mixed in a forced action mixer to create a mixture that a tradesperson will then pour and trowel onto a prepared base. It will become smooth once it’s cured, and the stones will all be contained, so you won’t have to spend time sweeping gravel back onto your driveway. The only maintenance that’s needed is to wash it with soapy water every now and again and sweep away any debris. Just make sure you don’t use chemicals or oils, as this might damage the coating.
How To Repair Sunken Concrete Driveway
If you have concrete driveway that’s cracked, uneven and mostly especially sunken, you’d know how distasteful it can be just viewing it on your property. A sunken concrete driveway is most likely caused by rainwater erosion removing the soil under it or a big root under it which as rotted over time. Another possible cause of the sunken concrete is an improperly prepared base which implies that the soil beneath wasn’t fully compact when the concrete was poured on it. Later on the soil beneath will eventually settle and shift below the concrete driveway which weakens the integrity of the entire driveway, making it more vulnerable to cracks, unevenness and sunken.
Two ways in which you can fix this problem includes either demolishing the whole driveway, re-compact the soil underneath and fill with new concrete or repair the entire driveway using an easy process called slabjacking. In this article, we’re going to look at the slabjacking repair process as it’s significantly less expensive than the demolishing approach and will also cause minimal disruption to your lifestyle.
Also referred to as mudjacking or concrete lifting, slabjacking is simply a process used to float your existing concrete back to its original position. If you are not a competent DIYer or lack confidence to pull this off, we’d recommend reach out to a professional for help. If otherwise, then you can practice the slabjacking process given below.
✓ Drill holes through the slab.
✓ Pump grout mixture through the holes. This mixture will spread out beneath he driveway and raise it up.
✓ Lastly, fill the holes and level the concrete driveway surface.in such a way to hide the signs of the repair made.
This is a process that works to efficiently get your driveway back in a top condition relatively quickly.
Patios use durable and hard wearing materials which will be able to withstand extreme weather. It’s important to consider the drainage of your patio, as heavy rain will need to drain away to an area that can absorb the water. A professional will be able to design and lay a patio to do this.
No, pattern imprinted concrete shouldn’t be slippery. Most good driveway installers will add a special anti-slip agent to the sealant before they brush it onto your driveway, so it will stop it from being slippery.
It’s important to ask a driveway company how they will seal your driveway when you get a quote from them. If an untrustworthy company seals your driveway badly, it can cause a thick and extremely slippery surface, so it’s vital that you ask any contractor what their procedure is before you engage them.
It’s also important to remember that pattern imprinted concrete isn’t a ‘non-slip’ surface – it’s just not slippery. You could still slip over on a concrete driveway, just like you could on tarmac or a block paved driveway. Also, once you’ve walked and driven over your driveway for a few months, its skid and slip resistance will increase as it weathers and builds up tiny specs of dirt on it. Pattern imprinted concrete is often used in high footfall areas in places like shops, fast food restaurants and theme parks, so if there was a significant slip risk these businesses wouldn’t use it.
You might think that you could ask your contractor not to seal the driveway to make it less slippery, but it could actually do the opposite. By sealing pattern imprinted concrete, it means that moss and algae is much less likely to grow, which can be extremely slippery to walk on if it’s left to its own devices. If moss does form on your driveway, the sealed surface is much easier to clean as you can simply pressure wash it away; this is not as easy to do on a non-sealed surface.
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