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The most popular choice in Cossall for a new driveway

Block Paving is becoming a popular choice for Cossall customers when it comes to improving their driveways, patios, and paths.

You can find a wide range of paving blocks in a variety colours and styles.

Our 30 year experience in paver installation means that you can enjoy a stunning new block paved, concrete, or asphalt driveway at your home. All our ground-surfacing options can be hard wearing and attractive, adding value to your property.

Why is blockpaving a good choice

You can create different block paving effects using either standard paving blocks or circular sections. You have many options for designing your new patio or driveway to match your current home or garden.

Block paving driveways can be a stunning addition to your Cossall house, adding value and character. To ensure lasting results, our block paving service uses industry-leading techniques and is installed by a highly qualified team. To ensure proper drainage, current planning laws are strictly observed.

Block Paving has several benefits:

  • A wide range of designs, colors & styles
  • Durable & versatile
  • Individual bricks may be replaced without needing costly repairs
  • Resilient to stain
  • Manufacturer’s warranty for 10 years
  • All aspects of installation and supply of block driveways

Our Cossall block paving company offers a complete turnkey solution. All the equipment and labour required to produce the paving area you need are available. You can be assured of your safety and security by our meticulous attention to detail.

  • Drainage
  • Walls and brickwork
  • Brick pillars & raised bed
  • Feature and functional edging
  • Hard landscaping
  • Materials from the best paving manufacturers


We offer a free survey on-site to assess your premises. This will allow us to give you an idea of what type of finish is possible and what details will be needed for the surfacing.

To ensure rainwater drains quickly and efficiently, we will also take care of drainage issues during the construction. Concrete, timber or block paving edgings are available to keep driveways or parking lots contained. They also make the drive look great.

For customers who want total control over the design of their Cossall driveway, a block-paving driveway is the best choice. There are many options for paving blocks, and you can make your driveway as unique as possible.

Block paving driveways make it easy to bring a wow factor to your yard. We make sure that all block paving is laid correctly. This helps to prevent any high or low spots.

There are many domestic block paving options. These include driveways and pathways, patios, patios, pools, and pond surrounds. There are many ways to achieve stunning effects, which can be high-load bearing, depending on what blocks or slabs you use and the patterns they are laid.

We offer many paving options. These include basketweave, stretcher links, paving circles, and unique paving designs. We can take you on a tour of block paving driveways that have been installed near you, to help you envision how your driveway will look.

Drainage and edging should always be considered when constructing a driveway. This will ensure that the driveway lasts for many years.

PERMEABLE PAVING AND SUDS

You can now choose from a larger selection of ‘Permeable Block Paving’ for your driveway or patio installation.

This is a permeable paver solution that can be used in Sustainable Drainage Schemes (SuDS). It allows water quickly to drain into the subbase, then slowly into soil. This helps reduce the potential for flooding and the risk of runoff.

Block paving is not required to be approved for planning.

These blocks are also available in Drivesett Argent & Tegula and Driveline.

The blocks are interlocked by a nib at the edges. This creates surface stability, but also creates voids that surface water can easily flow through to a sub-base.

We work in Cossall plus these local areas and more:

This system allows surface water to slowly be released back into the surrounding environment, a process called attenuation. Modern sewers or drains can bypass this natural process and deny the ground the ability to absorb much of it. The SuDS and Permeable Paving balances this situation and allows the ground, much like a massive soakaway, to naturally absorb, store, and slowly release the collected water.

Geotextile is a permeable fabric that is laid to separate the sub-base and ground. It allows water to pass through the surface without causing any loss to the ground.

Block Paving is a great way to enhance your garden, whether it’s a commercial or domestic one. It also provides a clean walkway for family members, friends and employees. We stand behind all of our work.

We can provide a free quote for your paving job. We will send you a site survey free of charge to see the groundwork, and what you require. After this, we will provide you with a competitive quote for your project.

Q and A's

Block paving can also be known as brick-paving. This is a widely used decorative technique to create a driveway, or pavement. This type of paving uses bricks and blocks made from clay, concrete, or other composite materials. Bricks are a great way to create many different patterns of paving. One of the most common is the herringbone design, which allows for the strongest interlocking between the blocks.

Block paving driveways have been a popular choice for homeowners in the UK since the 1980s. It’s simple and beautiful, when done correctly. It’s a popular choice due to the wide variety of brick patterns and styles available, along with almost every aspect of the process.

Block Paving is the best option for your driveway due to its numerous benefits. Block paving is more expensive than other driveway surfacing options but it will last for longer and offer more benefits if it is maintained well. Here are some benefits of block paving Dartford, or anywhere else.

 

  • Improves the overall appearance and appeal of your home
  • It is easy to replace individual bricks and blocks without costly repairs
  • There is a large selection of colors and shapes you can choose from
  • Property value increases
  • Interlocking between the blocks makes driveway surfaces stronger than any other.

Block paving driveways should be installed by professionals with many years of experience. These professionals are trained to install blocks correctly and interlock them in the right way. It is better to hire a professional to lay your driveway than to attempt it yourself. You can also tell them what type of design you would like and they will work with you to help you choose the best colour that matches the rest. While the overall length of the project depends on the area that must be paved it is generally shorter than other driveway surfacing options.

Block Paving is an investment in your property. It will cost you a lot depending on many factors. Your new driveway’s cost will be affected by the quality of your block paving materials and professional installation. Price will vary depending on where you live.

Block Paving Driveway Costs:

  • Materials: Each brand and type of paving has a unique price point.
  • The base or groundwork: Block paver driveways require a subbase. This is usually made from crushed stone and other similar materials. Once the base has been compacted, it can be used to build a stable foundation. When estimating the cost of your driveway, your contractor should include the cost for excavating and installing it.
  • Labour costs
  • Excavation, waste disposal: Additional activities such as excavating your driveway and disposing off waste materials are also included in your quote

The sand that is used to build a block paved driveway cannot be just any sand. Block paved driveways are most commonly laid using kiln dried sand. Each block is secured by the sand next to its neighbor, creating a stable and secure structure for the entire drive.

Kiln dried sand has no moisture and is totally dry. It also has a fine texture that makes it perfect for packing block paving blocks. This sand is extra dry, so it won’t clump together while being laid. This helps to reduce movement risk.

Block paving’s permeability is why it is so popular. Block paving is a porous material that is durable and can be used for driveways. Water will not be absorbed into the paving blocks unlike concrete. This prevents slippage and minimises damage from water if drainage is poor and water remains in the paving blocks.

Block paving is durable if it is well laid. Block paving will need to be maintained over time. But you can easily remove damaged blocks or areas rather than replacing the entire driveway. If a block paving brick is cracked or damaged, it can be lifted separately. However, with regular maintenance, this should not be an issue. Block paving driveways will not last forever and should only be purchased once.

Block paving tends to have fewer weeds that gravel driveways. However if there are a few, they can be caught between the paving blocks. White vinegar and rock salt can be used as natural weed killers. After you have identified some growth, you can use any commercial product to kill it. However, some products are also formulated for future growth.

Although block paving is possible on concrete, the concrete’s state will determine how it looks. Concrete should not be laid just to place paving blocks over it. It is important to keep in mind that any concrete changes below the block paving can impact the overall quality and may require a more complex repair than simply relaying a damaged block. Concrete cracks can be negatively affected by the freeze-thaw cycle and you might need to reroute the entire driveway. Professionals can assess the suitability of a concrete block paving driveway.

As long as the conditions are dry, weather and season will not affect your driveway installation. Block pavers can be laid so long as the sub base is dry enough to allow for a stable and fully-set surface. For the best weather conditions, people wait until the spring and summer to start laying block pavement.

Block paving can be left alone, or you can paint it to match the exterior of your home. Block paving can also be preserved with sealants or stain-resistant cover to keep its natural look. Make sure that your blocks are completely dry before applying paint. Any masonry paint can be used and applied with a roller just like exterior brickwork.

You are able to use block paving if you have a sloped driveway. If the foundation is solid and the sub-base deep enough, a sloped driveway may look beautiful with block pavement.

Block paving can be jet washed. – However, you must ensure that it is done properly and with the right pressure. You should not pressure wash your driveway too hard. This can cause damage to the sand that holds it in place. It will also result in loosening blocks and uneven surfaces. You should jet wash your block pavement carefully at a 45° angle. This will lower the pressure and reduce the impact on the sand. There will be some sand movement, but this should be minimal. After your paving has dried, make sure that all dirt, grime and other debris is removed.

Although not everyone can afford a pressure washer you can keep your driveway looking great, clean, and bright. A stiff brush and broom are good options to remove dirt or loose grime. Then, use the chosen cleaning product to scrub your driveway. Once you’re satisfied with the cleanliness of your driveway, use fresh water to clean it and then dry it.

Block Paving driveways require expertise and skill to be completed correctly and to the highest standards. We are an experienced driveway company, and we can ensure you get high-quality driveway service. We are happy to give you a free, no-obligation quote and provide you with guidance.

We Offer Other Services Too!

We don’t only lay block paving!
We can also give you a quote for:
Resin Drives
Tarmac Driveways
Dropped Kerbs
Concrete Drives
Imprinted Concrete

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