Paving & Driveway | Block
Esher - KT10
Enquiry from: Jessica G
Start Date: Immediate
homeowner block paving supplied and fitted please call to appoint
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Esher - KT10
Enquiry from: Jessica G
Start Date: Immediate
homeowner block paving supplied and fitted please call to appoint
Esher - KT10
Enquiry from: Jessica G
Start Date: Immediate
homeowner block paving supplied and fitted please call to appoint
Esher - KT10
Enquiry from: Jessica G
Start Date: Immediate
Paving of grass in front garden and paving over tarmac part of drive
Esher - KT10
Enquiry from: Craig T
Start Date: Immediate
replace old tarmac carriage driveway with block paving, to include all excavation and sub-base, and edging. approx area 207 sqm. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detach...
Esher - KT10
Enquiry from: Paul S
Start Date: Immediate
Swollen driveway repair, due to encroached tree roots
Esher - KT10
Enquiry from: Rosa S
Start Date: Immediate
Swollen Driveway Repair, due to encroached tree roots
Esher - KT10
Enquiry from: Stephen B
Start Date: Immediate
gravel driveway & kerbing plus replacement of front step (paving slabs) plus installation of rear patio (paving slabs). are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you...
Esher - KT10
Enquiry from: Roy L
Start Date: Immediate
TOTAL AREA OF PAVING = 72m2 approx. Ground works, foundations, drainage for a turntable. Turntable to be supplied and installed by manufacturer. Mobile phone will not be reachable until 24/04/23. ...
Esher - KT10
Enquiry from: Roy L
Start Date: Immediate
TOTAL AREA OF PAVING = 72m2 approx. Ground works, foundations, drainage for a turntable. Turntable to be supplied and installed by manufacturer. Mobile phone will not be reachable until 24/04/23. ...
Esher - KT10
Enquiry from: Shelley S
Start Date: Immediate
customer visited the mydrivewayprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. property type: semi detached property owner: tenant (with permission), work description: want drive prepared for dropped ker...
Esher - KT10
Enquiry from: Neil P
Start Date: Immediate
Dig up existing tarmac and grass (25mx11m), half to be block paving, half to be turf/gravel
Esher - KT10
Enquiry from: Robert G
Start Date: Immediate
replace and existing tarmac driveway with resin, convert a lawn into a driveway and replace two fences. around 10m of fencing and 45m sq of driveway. are you the property owner: owner of the property ...
Esher - KT10
Enquiry from: Katie P
Start Date: Immediate
New turf, patio flags, flower beds / grass, weed and moss removal (for the new turf) Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace Garden Type: Back garden Roughly the size ...
Esher - KT10
Enquiry from: Tracey E
Start Date: Immediate
Hi. I’m looking for a very affordable way to do my driveway. It’s a new build and as per normal the pot is running dry. I like resin but I’m open to suggestions and help! I think the area will b...
Esher - KT10
Enquiry from: Tracey E
Start Date: Immediate
Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Do you require: Pattern Imprinted Paving What work do you need to have done: Other Roughly how big is the driveway area: 2-3 c...
Esher - KT10
Enquiry from: Brendon P
Start Date: Immediate
Customer visited the mydrivewayprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Property owner: Owner, Work description: basic jet wash cleaning...approx. 80sqm. Are you the p...
Esher - KT10
Enquiry from: Claire H
Start Date: Immediate
Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: Make a patio, decking cutting into existing lawn area
Esher - KT10
Enquiry from: Helen B
Start Date: Immediate
Driveway on a hill
Esher - KT10
Enquiry from: Jacky G
Start Date: Immediate
Re-pointing an existing patio, filling the gaps between slabs and securing some slabs which have come loose at the edge.
Esher - KT10
Enquiry from: David B
Start Date: Immediate
Customer visited the mydrivewayprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Property owner: Owner, Work description: Hi, I want to initially treat and clean my gravel driveway....
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 2025 |
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Tarmac paving and driveways in Esher | £1,125-£1,725 |
Block paving in Esher | £3,000-£4,600 |
Slab Paving and Driveway in Esher | £1,875-£2,875 |
Driveway cleaning in Esher | £213-£523 |
Gravel paving and driveways in Esher | £3,000-£4,600 |
Pattern imprinted driveways in Esher | £3,750-£5,750 |
Resin bound driveway in Esher | £2,625-£4,025 |
Driveway repair in Esher | £1,520-£2,280 |
Indian Stone Paving in Esher | £2,000-£3,800 |
Pave Driveway in Esher | £1,800-£3,100 |
There is a variety of methods available to ensure that your paving drains properly, for example draining into a lawn or soakaway. Correct drainage of paving is a requirement for planning permission. See our guide on planning permission for paving for more information.
Oil stains on your concrete driveway can look obvious and unsightly. However, there are several different ways to remove them.
If you’ve only just spilled the oil, you can use a mixture of absorbent material, like sawdust, and solvent, like acetone or lacquer. Combine these, place them on the stain, cover and leave for about 24 hours. Then sweep up the mixture and rinse the area with water.
If you’ve got a small, older stain, you can use a detergent like baking soda, vinegar, washing up liquid or laundry detergent. Cover the stain with the detergent and leave for about 30 minutes. Then, add hot water and scrub the area and rinse. You might need to repeat this if necessary.
If it’s a larger, more stubborn stain, you might need to use a special degreaser. You can use this similarly to a detergent but make sure you follow the instruction on the bottle carefully.
Removing oil from block paving can be tricky, and a professional clean and re-point is often the best option. However, for small stains, especially recent ones, it’s worth attempting to clean it yourself. To do this, you can purchase oil remover or driveway cleaning solutions – although be careful, as some may stain or mark certain kinds of paving stones. In general, stay away from acid based cleaners.
Is Block Paving Permeable?
Back in 2008, there was a regulation introduced which comes with a requirement guiding the pavement of front gardens. It requires homeowners to incorporate the conventional impermeable driveways which makes for an uncontrolled run off of rainwater into sewers, roadways, local watercourses etc. However since then, new systems have been established which complies with the legislation and permit driveway laying of block paving without requiring planning permission while still providing the same visually appealing features as the conventional systems. Therefore, a short and simple answer to whether block paving is permeable is yes.
A permeable paving driveway (unlike the conventional ones which quickly diverts rainwater towards the edges to local drains) purposefully diverts rainwater into the built paving structure which oversees a controlled release of the rainwater into the environment. Permeable block paving comes with a wide range of benefits which includes the following:
• No Planning Permission Required
Unlike the traditional system, permeable block paving requires no planning permission as it oversees the driveway draining by ensuring that the surface water passes directly through the joints which makes sure the drains are not over worked and minimizing the risk of flood.
• Puddles Reduction By Natural Drainage
A permeable block paving minimizes puddles as well as standing water which helps to boost natural drainage. This is due to the laying process which features little voids that permits the passage of water.
• Natural Filtration
A natural filtration occurs when water is allowed to return to the ground by permeable block paving which helps assists in getting rid of any pollutants from the rain water.
• Flood Prevention
Permeable paving can help to prevent flooding as it absorbs water rather than directing it to the local drains or leaving it to build up on the surface’s top.
• Natural & Sustainable Materials
Natural and recyclable materials can be incorporated in producing permeable paving which is an excellent choice especially if you’re seeking a more sustainable driveway.
Some paving projects require you to cut paving slabs to make them fit into a smaller space. To do this, firstly you need to measure the slab and draw a line in pencil or chalk where you want to cut.
There are then several different ways you can cut the slab – you or your professional can choose the one you or they are most happy with. A hammer and chisel can work well, or a handheld saw. You can also use an angle grinder fitted with a stone-cutting disc.
There’s no doubt that weeds coming through your block paving can be unsightly and annoying. But, it’s relatively easy to get rid of weeds that are growing in the joints between your block paving. To start, pull out the larger weeds, and then you can use a pressure washer or firm bristled brush to remove the smaller weeds and debris from the joints in your block paving. It’s best to then refill the joints with additional sand to ensure your block paving remains level. Regularly brushing your block paving and treating with weed killer will help to prevent the weeds from reoccurring.
While resin bound and resin bonded driveways have similar names, it might surprise you to know that they’re very different. Both paving systems use resin and aggregates (stones) to form a fixed surface, but there are plenty more differences than there are similarities.
Resin bound driveways are made from a resin and aggregate mix that is trowelled onto a bitmac or concrete base. It leaves a smooth, flat finish and you won’t find any loose gravel. It’s also a pourous surface, which means that rainwater can pass through into the ground, avoiding pools and flooding.
However, resin bonded driveways involve spreading resin across a base, then scattering aggregate into it. Most of the stones will stick to the resin, but some will stay loose. That means you’ll get the effect of loose gravel without so much to sweep and take care of. Because the stones are scattered onto a complete layer of resin, water can’t pass through it. That means you could end up with water pooling, and it also means that a resin bonded driveway isn’t frost resistant, meaning it could get slippery.
So which is better – a resin bound or resin bonded driveway? The answer depends on a few things. If you have a period property where a smooth, shiny surface might not complement the look of your home, you might want to go for resin bonded. If you need lots of grip, for example if you’re a wheelchair user, resin bonded may also be the way to go – even though resin bound surfaces still offer enough grip for sloped driveways and ramps. But if you want a low-maintenance, weed-free, permeable surface, resin bound driveways are the way to go.
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