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Block Paving Contractors Shipley Gate - Surfacing and Tarmacing Specialists

Our most requested choice for a driveway replacement in Shipley Gate

Block Paving is becoming a popular choice for Shipley Gate 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.

We have over 30 years experience in paving. All of our ground-surfacing options offer a durable, low-maintenance solution that is attractive, hardwearing, and adds value.

Why is blockpaving a good choice

Block paving can be done in different ways using standard paving stones, circular sections and decorative kerb stone. A wide variety of paving blocks and kerb stones are available to make your patio or driveway match the design of your Shipley Gate home.

Block paving driveways add real character and value to your Shipley Gate home. Block paving is done using the best techniques available and installed by highly trained staff to guarantee long-lasting results. We ensure that drainage provisions are adhered to by all current planning laws.

Block paving offers many benefits.

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

Our Shipley Gate block paving team can provide a complete turnkey solution. We have all the necessary equipment and labor to deliver the paving area that you desire. We will safely remove any soil or hardstanding, and finish your paving with anti-weed treatment and sealant.

  • Drainage
  • Walls and brickwork
  • Brick pillars and raised beds
  • Feature & functional edge
  • Hard landscaping
  • Materials from the top paving manufacturers


We offer a free site survey where we will give you our opinion on the type of finish that we can offer and the requirements for surfacing.

To ensure rainwater drains quickly and efficiently, we will also take care of drainage issues during the construction. Concrete, timber, block paving, or kerbs can be used as a barrier to make your driveway or parking area practical and attractive.

For customers who want total control over the design of their Shipley Gate driveway, a block-paving driveway is the best choice. Your driveway can be made as custom as you like with a variety of paving blocks.

Block paving driveways add an easy way to enhance the beauty of your property. We focus on creating a quality sub-base so that we can avoid any unwanted high and/or low areas.

You can use domestic block paving for driveways or pathways, as well as patios, patios and pools. You can achieve amazing effects that are highly load bearing depending on the type of slabs or blocks used and how they are laid.

We can offer you a range of paving options including standard herringbone patterns as well as basketweave and stretcher bonds. 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 BOLOCK PAVING & SUPS

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

This permeable paving solution is for Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) schemes. It allows water to drain quickly into the subbase and then slowly into ground. This reduces the risk of flooding local areas.

Block paving like this does not require planning permission.

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

The blocks have an edge nib that allows for surface stability. But it also creates voids where surface water can easily run through to a special sub-base.

We work in Shipley Gate plus these local areas and more:

This system allows for a slow release into the environment of surface water through 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 pavers balance this process, allowing the ground’s natural ability to absorb, store and release the collected water in a controlled fashion – much like a large soakaway.

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 can improve any residential or commercial garden. Our work is completely guaranteed.

We can provide a free quote for your paving job. To assess the groundwork and to determine the scope of the work required, we will conduct a no-obligation site survey. Once we have completed the survey, you will receive a quote for your project at a very competitive price.

Q and A's

Block paving is also known by the name brick paving. It’s a decorative method used to make 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 is a very popular choice because it allows homeowners to choose the brick patterns and styles that they want, as well as how they arrange the blocks.

Block paving is a great choice for your driveway because of its many benefits. Block paving can be more expensive that other driveway surfacing options. However, it can last longer than other options and can offer more benefits if cared for properly. Here are some of these benefits for block paving Dartford and elsewhere.

 

  • Improves the overall appearance and appeal of your home
  • Individual bricks and blocks are easily replaced without the need for costly repairs
  • There are many colors and shapes available to choose from
  • Increases your property’s market value
  • Due to the interlocking of the blocks, driveways are stronger than others

Block paving driveways are usually installed by driveway experts who have many years’ experience. These specialists are skilled in interlocking and laying blocks. This will ensure that you have a beautiful driveway. You can also let them know what design you want and they will help you select the right colour to match your property. The length of the project will depend on how large the driveway is, but it is much faster than other driveway surfacing options.

Block paving can be a great investment in your property. The price will vary depending on many factors. Block paving materials, professional installation, groundwork, and other factors will all impact the cost of your new driveway. You will find that the price of your new driveway will vary by region.

Block Paving Driveway Costs:

  • Materials: You have many choices when it comes to paving and blocks, and each type and brand has a different price.
  • The foundation or groundwork is required for block paving driveways. A sub-base is usually made of crushed rock and similar materials. When estimating the cost of your driveway, your contractor should include the cost for excavating and installing it.
  • Labour Costs: Prices per m2 will apply to the labour costs associated with laying block paving.
  • Excavation & Waste disposal: Other activities such as digging up your driveway or disposing of any waste materials will be included in your quote.

The sand that is used to build a block paved driveway cannot be just any sand. Block-paved driveways are usually laid with kiln dried, sand. The sand locks each brick in its place and creates a stable, secure structure throughout the entire driveway.

Kiln dried, sand is completely dried, without any moisture. This sand’s extra dryness ensures that it does not clump together after being laid. This minimizes movement risk in your drive.

Block paving is a popular choice because of its high level of permeability. It is highly porous and an excellent choice for driveways. You can absorb water into your pavers blocks, which are not like concrete. This reduces the chance of people slipping on the surface. It also eliminates potential damage that water could cause if there is no drainage or water pooling.

If laid properly, block paving will last a lifetime. There will be maintenance needs over time. However, block paving allows you to simply replace a damaged block or section rather than having to replace the entire driveway. It is possible to lift the bricks of block-paving bricks individually if they become cracked or broken, but this should not happen often. Block paving driveways will not last forever and should only be purchased once.

Block paving has a lower incidence of weeds than gravel driveways. However they can grow between the paving blocks. White vinegar and rock salt can be used as natural weed killers. Once you have spotted any growth, you can use any commercial weed killer product. Some of these products are also designed to prevent future growth.

It is possible to put block paving on concrete. However, it will depend on how the concrete is. It is not recommended that concrete be laid with the intention of putting paving blocks on top. The driveway’s quality will be affected by any changes in the concrete beneath the block-paving. This may make it more complicated to replace a damaged one. Concrete cracks can be negatively affected by the freeze-thaw cycle and you might need to reroute the entire driveway. It is important to have the driveway block paved on top of concrete.

No season or weather should affect driveway installation as long as it is dry. Block pavers can be laid so long as the sub base is dry enough to allow for a stable and fully-set surface. Most people wait until the cooler spring and summer months before laying block paving to avoid being delayed by the weather.

Yes! It is also possible to seal the blocks with stain-resistant coatings or sealants. Before you paint blocks, make sure they are completely dry. You can use any masonry painting and apply it using a rolling pin, just as with exterior brickwork.

It doesn’t necessarily mean that you need to avoid blockpaving on a sloped driveway. If it is correctly installed and has a deep enough subbase, a sloped driveway could look amazing with block paving.

Can block paving be jet washed? – But you should be careful and not use too much pressure. If you pressure wash your driveway with too strong a force, it can cause cracks in the sand and result in uneven or loosed blocks. 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. Once your paving is dry, remove all dirt and grime.

Even though not everyone has the means to use a pressure washer they can still maintain a clean driveway. You can lift dirt and grime with a simple brush or broom. After that, apply the cleaning solution to your driveway and scrub it until you are satisfied. Once you are satisfied that your driveway is clean, rinse it with water and allow it to dry.

Block paving driveways require professionals with the right skills and experience. We are a reputable driveway company, and will ensure that you receive a high-quality blockpaving 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

Ask us for a free quote!