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Block Paving Contractors Blidworth - Surfacing and Tarmacing Specialists

Our top choice for a brand new driveway in Blidworth

Block Paving has become the preferred choice of customers in Blidworth for improving their driveways and patios.

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

Our experience spans 30 years. Enjoy a new block-paved, concrete, or tarmac driveway on your property. You can be confident that it was installed by a professional driveway and surfacing contractor. All our ground-surfacing options make your property attractive, durable, and cost-effective.

Why is block paving such a great choice?

There are many options for block paving. You can use standard paving blocks, circular sections, or decorative kerbstones. You have many options for designing your new patio or driveway to match your current home or garden.

Block Paving driveways add value to your Blidworth property and give it 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 offers many benefits.

  • There are many designs, colours and styles to choose from
  • Durable & versatile
  • Individual bricks may be replaced without needing costly repairs
  • Resilient to stain
  • Manufacturers guarantee for 10 Years
  • Block driveway supply and installation in all aspects

Our Blidworth block-paving team provides a turnkey solution. We bring all the equipment and labour necessary to create the paving area of your choice. Our attention to detail and safe removal of soil and hardstanding will give you peace of mind.

  • Drainage
  • Brickwork and walls
  • Brick pillars & raised bed
  • Feature & Functional Edging
  • Hard landscaping
  • Materials from top paving companies


We offer an on-site survey for free. You will get advice about the type and cost of the finish you can offer.

We will make sure rainwater is quickly and easily drained from the drive. Concrete, timber or block paving edgings are available to keep driveways or parking lots contained. They also make the drive look great.

Customers who want total freedom in designing their Blidworth driveway will choose a block paver driveway. 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. To make sure all of our block paving is properly laid, we prepare a sub-base to ensure that there are no high or low points.

Block paving can be used for driveways, pathways and patios. It can also be used to surround a pool or pond. 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.

You can choose from a variety of paving options, including basketweave patterns, stretcher bonds and paving circles. We can show you examples of blocks paving driveways around you so you have some ideas for how your driveway might 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

The range of “Permeable Block Paving” is even better for patio or driveway 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.

This type of blockpaving doesn’t require planning permission.

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

Blocks have a nib around the edge which interlocks to increase the surface stability. However it creates gaps which surface water can easily enter to a specially prepared subbase.

We work in Blidworth plus these local areas and more:

This system allows slow releases of water into the environment through a process called “attenuation”. Modern drains, sewers, and other infrastructures override this natural process, making it impossible for the ground to absorb as much water as possible. 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, a permeable fabric laid to seperate sub-base from ground, allows surface water to filter through and not lose sub-base to ground. It can also act as a weed barrier which can increase surface’s load bearing capacity and lifespan.

Block Paving can be used to improve any commercial or domestic garden. You will also have a well-designed walkway for guests, family, and staff members. We stand behind all of our work.

Contact us if you’d like to receive a quote on your paving project. We will send you a site survey free of charge to see the groundwork, and what you require. Once the survey is complete, we can give you a very competitive quote for the project.

Q and A's

Block paving (also known as brick paving) is a popular decorative method to create a driveway or pavement. This type of paving uses bricks and blocks made from clay, concrete, or other composite materials. You can create many different patterns with bricks. The most popular one is the herringbone. Bricks are used for pavement because they provide the strongest connection between all the blocks.

Since the 1980s block paving has been popular among UK homeowners. Block paving is easy to lay and provides stunning aesthetic results. 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 can be a good choice for your driveway solution due to the many benefits it provides. It is typically more expensive than other driveway options, but can provide greater benefits and lasts longer if properly maintained. Here are some benefits of block paving Dartford, or anywhere else.

 

  • Enhances your property’s appearance
  • Individual bricks and blocks are easily replaced without the need for costly repairs
  • A large range of colors, shapes and sizes to choose from
  • Increases your property’s market value
  • Interlocking between the blocks makes driveway surfaces stronger than any other.

Block paving driveways can be installed by driveway professionals who have many years of experience. These specialists are skilled in interlocking and laying blocks. You won’t be able to achieve a perfect driveway if you do not hire a company to help you. They can help you pick the right colour for your property by letting you know the design and pattern that you prefer. The length of the project will depend on how large the driveway is, but it is much faster than other driveway surfacing options.

Block pavers are an investment in your property. Prices will depend on several factors. Block paving materials, professional installations, and the required groundwork will all affect the price of your new driveway. The cost of your driveway will also vary depending on the 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.
  • Groundwork or base: Block Paving driveways require a foundation. It is typically made from crushed stones and similar materials. The sub-base is compacted to provide a solid base. As part of the driveway cost, your paving contractor will need to include the cost of digging and installing the base.
  • Labour Costs: Prices per m2 will apply to the labour costs associated with laying block paving.
  • Excavating and waste disposal: Additional activities, such as digging your old driveway or disposing waste materials, will be added to your quote

Block paved driveways are not made from any ordinary sand. Block Pavement driveways are laid most often with kiln-dried sand. Each block is locked in place by the sand and provides stability for the entire drive.

Kiln dried Sand is completely dry and without moisture. The extra fine texture makes it great for packing blocks of block paving blocks. This sand’s extra dryness ensures that it does not clump together after being laid. This helps reduce the possibility of movement in your drive.

Block paving’s permeability is why it is so popular. Block paving is porous and an environmentally friendly choice for driveways. Water will not be absorbed into the paving blocks unlike 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.

Block paving can be used for many years if laid correctly. While there will always be maintenance issues, block pavers can be removed or replaced in an area that is damaged. 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 can be expensive and will give you a beautiful drive with a long life span.

Block paving has a lower incidence of weeds than gravel driveways. However they can grow between the paving blocks. Both white vinegar and rock sal are natural weed-killers that can also be used to prevent future growth. 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.

Although block paving is possible on concrete, the concrete’s state will determine how it looks. It is not a good idea to just lay concrete to add paving blocks. 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. It is important to have the driveway block paved on top of concrete.

As long as the conditions are dry, weather and season will not affect your driveway installation. Block paving can also be laid as long the sub-base remains dry. This will ensure that the surface is stable and set properly. People wait until the warmer spring and summer months in order to avoid having to delay the project due to bad weather.

Yes! Block paving can also be preserved with sealants or stain-resistant cover to keep its natural look. It is crucial that the blocks are dry completely before you apply any paint. Any masonry paint is safe to use and can be applied using a roller.

You are able to use block paving if you have a sloped driveway. If the sub-base is deep enough and solid groundwork is used, a sloped driveway will look stunning with block paver surface.

Block paving can be jet washed. – It can be, but only if it’s done correctly and with low pressure. Too much pressure on your driveway will cause it to become loose or uneven. To jet wash your block pavers, be careful and do it at a 45° angle. This reduces the pressure on your 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. To remove any dirt or stains, you can use your preferred cleaning product and scrub the driveway. 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 professional driveway company, our experience ensures that you have a high-quality and reliable block paving driveway installation. We are always available for guidance, advice, and a quotation.

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!