Paving & Driveway | Gravel
Halmyre Mains - EH46
Enquiry from: Keith D
Start Date: Immediate
Small kerbs round drive and replacement gravel
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Halmyre Mains - EH46
Enquiry from: Keith D
Start Date: Immediate
Small kerbs round drive and replacement gravel
Halmyre Mains - EH46
Enquiry from: Alastair M
Start Date: Immediate
Extension to a block paved driveway. The extension will be on a level grass area and the size is circa 24m2 and the block I would like used is the Marshalls Drivesett Tegula in Traditional using the 2...
Halmyre Mains - EH46
Enquiry from: Christine S
Start Date: Immediate
replacement of gravelled driveway in front of double garage with block paving. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you require: block paving location: front w...
Peebles - EH45
Enquiry from: Diane M
Start Date: Immediate
customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. property type: semi detached, work description: my garden has several small flower beds connected with paved slabs. i want ...
Kirkburn - EH44
Enquiry from: Joy B
Start Date: Immediate
we have slabs which need relaying as they are becoming an accident hazard . my husband who is nearly 90 has recently had a number of falls. i want to mitigate any further damage . thank you are you t...
Walkerburn - EH43
Enquiry from: Angela M
Start Date: Immediate
removal off decrorative bolders lower pavement and get planning permission.not moved into new house as yet.to have off street parking. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type:...
Kirkburn - EH44
Enquiry from: Susan R
Start Date: Immediate
I have a gravel drive which I would like tarmaced Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace Do you require: Asphalt/Tarmac Roughly how big is the driveway area: 2-3 cars...
Halmyre Mains - EH46
Enquiry from: Peter K
Start Date: Immediate
Hi there. I'm looking for a quote to get my monoblock driveway to be cleaned. I would estimate it is about 50 square meters. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Is the building: Domestic...
Peebles - EH45
Enquiry from: Dot L
Start Date: Immediate
Driveway
Peebles - EH45
Enquiry from: Neil W
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Do you require: Asphalt/Tarmac What work do you need to have done: Driveway Roughly how much area are you looking to have pave...
Kirkburn - EH44
Enquiry from: Fiona B
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
New driveway levelled, all concrete and slabs have already been removed. Any base and tarmac layed with small stone border. Drive is aprox 14.5m x 3.5m
Peebles - EH45
Enquiry from: Lindsey G
Start Date: Less than one month
Access ramp for wheelchair for our house. Must be sympathetic to the house but functional for the user
Peebles - EH45
Enquiry from: Anne S
Start Date: Immediate
SECTION OF GRAVEL DRIVEWAY (ON SLOPE) IS EXTREMELY RUTTED - LOOKING FOR COST OF REPAIR. LABOUR ONLY AS I'LL GET THE GRAVEL. THANK YOU. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property What work do yo...
Kirkburn - EH44
Enquiry from: Finlay M
Start Date: Immediate
tarmac my drive way Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Do you require: Asphalt/Tarmac What work do you need to have done: Driveway Roughly how much area are...
Walkerburn - EH43
Enquiry from: George T
Start Date: 3+ months
Prepare sloping pathway from roadway to lower level cottage patio and lay non-slip type asphalt. Approximately 15 metres length by 1.5 metres wide. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property...
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 Scottish Borders | £1,125-£1,725 |
Block paving in Scottish Borders | £3,000-£4,600 |
Slab Paving and Driveway in Scottish Borders | £1,875-£2,875 |
Driveway cleaning in Scottish Borders | £200-£474 |
Gravel paving and driveways in Scottish Borders | £3,000-£4,600 |
Pattern imprinted driveways in Scottish Borders | £3,750-£5,750 |
Resin bound driveway in Scottish Borders | £2,625-£4,025 |
Driveway repair in Scottish Borders | £1,520-£2,280 |
Indian Stone Paving in Scottish Borders | £2,000-£3,800 |
Pave Driveway in Scottish Borders | £1,800-£3,100 |
Are you worried there’s a slope on the area where your block paving is to be installed? Good news is, it’s very possible to lay block paving on a slope. However, this can be a very difficult task which should be done by a reliable professional ( especially if you lack proper training and experience) who can guarantee the best results, the first time and also help save you money from possible costly mistakes. This guide will provide you with everything you need about the slope block paving installation process. Let’s have a look!
• Demarcate The Walkway
To get started, you have to determine how and where you want your walkway to be while also determining the thickness of the paver. Ensure to choose the less sloppy area and utilize landscape paint to mark the area visibly.
• Prepare The Ground
Clear out all forms of dirts, roots, rocks and other debris on the soil. Once done, proceed to cutting the sods to the required length and put them somewhere close.
• Make Boundaries
There’s a need for landscape borders. Here, it’ll be easier to use plastics as boundaries for your lawn’s edges. Install them on the sides that have already been cut
• Apply A Level Of Gravel
Obtain the correct size of gravel and spread them evenly over the area to ensure a firm foundation for the pavers is formed. Makes sure that the rocks is at a minimum of 2 inches deep into the soil.
• Install The Block Pavers
Start from the centremost position of the pathway and work towards the sides until you’re able to cover every inch of the area.
• Apply A Layer Of Cement
Apply cement over the pavers and utilize a broom to sweep it and fill up all the gaps and spaces between the pavers. Then, press the pathway to be levelled using a compactor.
If you’re considering giving your home a quick facelift, laying of paving slabs for your outdoor living spaces might be a great way to start. It can be installed in some many parts of your home’s exterior from the pathways to driveways and from the yards to the patios. With proper training and experience, laying paving slabs is a very easy and quick process. However, the issue here is, how do you calculate the number of paving slabs you need? In this step by step guide, you’ll find all the information needed to help you get started. Once you’re able to get the accurate number of paving slabs, do ensure to include extras that’ll cover up for possible errors or damages.
Just like any other measurement task, it’ll be a lot easier when you know how as well as when you have the right tools to use for the job. To get started, you’ll need a tape measure, pen or pencil, pegs, string, hammer, paper and calculator.
• Draw a sketch of the area. This sketch will take note of the area’s length and width.
• Using strings and pegs, mark out the area to be paved
• Using a tape measure, take a measurement of the length and width of the space along the string lines and note them on the sketch.
• If the area is a drive make sure that the paved area is wide enough to accommodate the cars intended
• Multiply the length of the space by the width to get the area of the space.
• Once calculated, divide the total area of the space by the area of the single slab. This will give you an accurate number of the paving slabs you’ll require to complete your project.
Do you know why paving slaps is a popular choice for both driveways and patios? Well, it’s the versatility! With its durability, diverse colour range, different styles as well as a timeless appeal, paving slabs happen to be a common choice amongst home owners. However, you should know that redeeming these benefits is not as simple as shovelling mortar and pressing down the paving slabs, and neither is it a case whereby you can just copy the laying process of a porcelain paving or block paving. Laying of paving slabs is on a whole other level! As a result, we’d recommend employing a trustworthy professional who can guarantee the best results the first time, especially if you lack proper training or experience to complete the task. In this step by step guide, you’ll discover more about the paving slabs laying process.
• Prepare your paving foundation. This includes checking that your foundation is level, marking out the area to be paved with wooden pegs, removing all vegetation and top soil to a depth of about 200mm to 250mm and raking the area level to ensure and even depth.
• Mix a layer of mortar for each paver and apply the mixed mortar onto the sub base by using the trowel.
• Lay the slabs on top of the laying course at the lowest point of the area to be paved.
• Take note that you may need to cut some slabs depending on the paving area size, your chosen slabs and the pattern selected.
• Once done, brush the area clean and start jointing. The best way to do this is by applying kiln dried sand to the paved area and carefully brush into the joints with a brush.
• Push the sands into the joints using a plate compactor
• Check the paved area for any gaps and fill where necessary.
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.
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.
Are you planning on investing in a new driveway for your home? If yes, then you’d probably want to know how much you’re going to incur to complete the project. In this guide, we’ll give you an idea of the cost of constructing a new driveway.
When it comes to driveway construction a larger part ( up to 80%) of the cost is made of the parts that are completely invisible to you - the sub base as well as the ground preparation, while the remaining cost of about 20 percent is required for the paving and other materials. As a result, there are multiple factors affecting the price of a driveway project. These includes the materials preferred, the level of work that’s required for the ground preparation as well as the complexity of the laying pattern or design. With this in mind, you’d have to schedule an appointment with two or more professional to obtain and compare their quotes.
Although there are many other options, but block paving happens to be a popular choice due to its cost effectiveness, visual appeal as well as being a hard wearing drive. The common choice for block paving I the Drivesett Tegula and the price usually starts from range between £30 to £35 per m2 and above. However if you’re looking for the conventional block paving with a modern twist, then the Marshalls coppice is a suitable option. The cost of the option usually starts from £25 to £30 per m2 and above. You can also opt for block paving in circle designs which gives you a better option to make an impression. Once you’re able to figure out the size of the paving area, you can roughly estimate what the cost of your driveway will be.
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