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JM Fencing and Landscaping

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Mitchell Landscaping have been established for 10 years, offering quality advice and services in landscaping, Gardening a...
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Beech Contractors

37 review(s)
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Beach contractors have paved and resurfaced everything from championship golf courses to domestic driveways as a team we p...
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Rooftop Roofing

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Based in Wokingham, we are available across Berkshire,Buckinghamshire, and further afield. Rooftop Roofing are an experien...
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Stonehaven Landscapes

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At stonehaven building and landscapes we take pride in every job we do. We strive to understand what you need and to achie...
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Recent Driveway Installer Enquiries

09 May

Paving & Driveway | Block

Lightwater - GU18

Enquiry from: Farai R

Start Date: Immediate

block paving front driveway are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace do you require: block paving location: both what work is required: patio roughly how big is the dr...

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23 Jul

Paving & Driveway | Asphalt / Tarmac

Lightwater - GU18

Enquiry from: Roy W

Start Date: Immediate

customer made an enquiry for tarmac paving & driveway and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a driveway installer.mr lives in the lightwater area and would like a call to discu...

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23 Jul

Paving & Driveway | Asphalt / Tarmac

Lightwater - GU18

Enquiry from: Roy W

Start Date: Immediate

clear overgrown bushes etc are you the property owner: owner garden type: back garden, front garden property type: detached work required: lawn/turfing, paving, pond/water features current state of ga...

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06 Sep

Paving & Driveway | Slab

Lightwater - GU18

Enquiry from: Carole R

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mypatioprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Property owner: Owner, Work description: Rear garden

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06 Sep

Paving & Driveway | Pattern Imprinted

Lightwater - GU18

Enquiry from: Carole R

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mypatioprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Property owner: Owner, Work description: Rear garden

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06 Sep

Paving & Driveway | Block

Lightwater - GU18

Enquiry from: Carole R

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mypatioprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Property owner: Owner, Work description: Rear garden

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29 Aug

Paving & Driveway | Gravel

Lightwater - GU18

Enquiry from: Jenny T

Start Date: Immediate

Half area grassed other half stones. All to be dug out and replaced with blockdrive. Additionally there are 2 shrubs and an extra large bush to be removed with a trellis installed for privacy and to h...

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11 Apr

Paving & Driveway | Asphalt / Tarmac

Wokingham - RG41

Enquiry from: Hakan K

Start Date: Immediate

hi good morning or good afternoon we need to tarmac our driveway if it possible give us a date or time to meet at garden Centre winnersh

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03 Apr

Paving & Driveway | Resin Bound

Wokingham - RG41

Enquiry from: Rohan W

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

currently have a tarmac drive that is in need of repair so looking to get a resin bound driveway to replace it. it’s around 60sqm of drive in an l shape. then looking at getting the pathway leading ...

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06 Jan

Paving & Driveway | Block

Reading - RG6

Enquiry from: Atul P

Start Date: Immediate

Block paving and garden patio

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29 Dec

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hook - RG27

Enquiry from: Ryan N

Start Date: Immediate

extend existing block pave driveway by around a driving space, 4m by 5m are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you require: block paving location: front what...

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23 Dec

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hook - RG27

Enquiry from: Ryan N

Start Date: Immediate

extend existing block pave driveway by around a driving space, 4m by 5m are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you require: block paving location: front what work...

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18 Dec

Paving & Driveway | Block

Reading - RG5

Enquiry from: KS S

Start Date: Immediate

Looking for a drop kerb and block paving installation. Area is approx 5x5m

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18 Dec

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hook - RG27

Enquiry from: Kathleen N

Start Date: Immediate

looking to extend the driveway by 4m x 5m with block paving to match the existing driveway

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06 Dec

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hook - RG27

Enquiry from: Ryan N

Start Date: Immediate

Extend existing block pave driveway by around a driving space, 4m by 5m

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30 Oct

Paving & Driveway | Slab

Hook - RG27

Enquiry from: Charlene F

Start Date: Immediate

homeowner slab paving supplied and fitted please call to appoint

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26 Oct

Paving & Driveway | Asphalt / Tarmac

Farnham - GU10

Enquiry from: Nicholas K

Start Date: Immediate

we want to replace our gravel drive way with asphalt. 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: drive...

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25 Oct

Paving & Driveway | Slab

Hook - RG27

Enquiry from: Charlene F

Start Date: Immediate

homeowner slab paving supplied and fitted please call to appoint

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28 Sep

Paving & Driveway | Block

Farnham - GU10

Enquiry from: Duncan C

Start Date: Immediate

Block paving plus a retaining wall at the front, appropriately drained, and lit. There are uneven surfaces to negotiate.in terms of existing stepped concrete as well as hardcore: added complications i...

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27 Sep

Paving & Driveway | Slab

Reading - RG5

Enquiry from: Gulzar M

Start Date: Immediate

owner detached slab paving driveway 2-3 cars supplied and laid 1-3 months are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you require: crazy paving / slabs what work do y...

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How much do Driveway Installer services cost?

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.

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The average price
of a Driveway Installer in Lightwater is:

£2,898

Driveway Installer job Driveway Installer cost in 2024
Tarmac paving and driveways in Lightwater £1,125-£1,725
Block paving in Lightwater £3,000-£4,600
Slab Paving and Driveway in Lightwater £1,875-£2,875
Driveway cleaning in Lightwater £213-£523
Gravel paving and driveways in Lightwater £3,000-£4,600
Pattern imprinted driveways in Lightwater £3,750-£5,750
Resin bound driveway in Lightwater £2,625-£4,025
Driveway repair in Lightwater £1,520-£2,280
Indian Stone Paving in Lightwater £2,000-£3,800
Pave Driveway in Lightwater £1,800-£3,100

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Driveway Installer FAQs

Will my patio need a lot of maintenance?

Patios do not require lots of maintenance. They will only need occasional cleaning to make sure that the material keeps its original appearance. It's always best to clean your patio with a pressure washer and occasionally tap each slab or brick just to check the sand underneath hasn't washed away.

how to seal block paving?

Are you having weed problems on your carefully picked out block pavings? After spending huge bucks to install the block pavings, the last thing any homeowner would want to discover is weed taking over the prized asset. Fortunately, this is a problem that can be effectively handled in a few simple steps provided in this article.

Basically, sealing of block paving is all about prevention of weed growth in the area by total weed removal, putting of sand between the block paving joints and sealing with a good quality sealant. This is a task that’s best left for a reliable professional to guarantee the best results especially if you lack proper training and experience. This guide will give a good insight into the process.

Here are the equipment you’ll need to get started: pressure washer, weed killer, bin bag, broom, small brush, protective gear, sealing roller, spueegee, jointing sand and sealer and DIY sprayer.

lRemove The Weed

• Put on a protective clothing and gloves

• Get a weed disposal bag to clean while you go.

• Apply the selected weed killer on both areas where weeds are present and the absent ones to prevent any growing.

lPressure Washing

• Angle your pressure washer between the gaps. This is done to remove all weeds and debris that are still lying around as well as removing all possible chemical residues to create a thorough clean between the paving slab.

• Leave the washed area to dry.

l Sand The Joints

• Check the weather forecast to ensure there’s about 24 to 48 hours of dryness as its important for both sand and sealant to do a perfect job.

• Put sand between the gaps and push it down with your small brush until its levelled.

lSeal The Gaps

• The sealing process should be done immediately and sanding.

• Clean up the patio

• Perform a test using a small area

• Apply the sealant

• Apply the second of sealant

• Leave to dry for about 2 to 3 hours.

how to lay a gravel driveway?

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.

how much to block pave a drive?

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.

Which driveway surfacing materials are permeable?

Gravel, asphalt, concrete and paving can all be permeable. However, some types of asphalt and concrete are impermeable. This is why it’s important to be precise about what material you want for your driveway. If you want a permeable driveway, you should also make sure that your sub-base is also permeable.

how to lay block paving?

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.

best driveway material for a sloping driveway

From gravel and crushed stones to asphalt and tarmac, the choice when it comes to surfacing options for driveways is truly staggering. However, what’s not too clear is the options that best suits a sloping driveway. If you also possess a sloping driveway and wondering the best material to install, you’re definitely not alone. This is a major source of concern for several home and property owners in the UK being fully aware that making the wrong choice here can prove really costly and disastrous. In order to help you make the best informed decision possible, we’ve put together this post which takes a look at the various driveway material options available to you.

  • Gravel
    This driveway surfacing option provides a truly enjoyable “crunch sound when driven on, however, the satisfaction will be short lived if installed on a sloped driveway. If installed on a sloped driveway, there’s going to be a continual displacement as instinctively rolls downhill on an incline.
  • Concrete
    This can prove to be a great problem if installed on an incline. This is due to the fact that concrete is subject to freeze/thaw phenomenon which makes it steep and slippery lacking the needed traction.
  • Tarmac
    This is particularly far from ideal when it comes to a steep driveway surface. This is because it requires continuous maintenance to prevent spillages from spoiling the surface.
  • Resin
    The best surface for a steep driveway is simply that made from resin. This is due to the fact that this surfacing option allows water to soak away naturally. They’re perfectly permeable, preventing water from pooling and reducing the risk of falls.
How to clean a concrete driveway with bleach?

If your concrete driveway’s looking grubby, it’s best to try cleaning it with water and a brush, or a mild detergent. However, if this doesn’t work, it can be worth trying bleach.

Dilute your bleach down to 50% bleach and 50% water, and apply it to your driveway. Leave it for 10 minutes, then scrub it using gloves and a stiff brush. Finish by rinsing your driveway off with clean water.

It’s important to remember that bleach can stain certain surfaces and kill plants. So, if you’re concerned about materials and boarders around your driveway, it might be best to use a different type of detergent, like floor cleaner or degreaser.

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