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Block Paving Contractors Moorhaigh - Surfacing and Tarmacing Specialists

Our most preferred choice for a new driveway is Moorhaigh

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

There are many options for pavers, including a variety of styles and colours, as well as beautiful edging that can be added to enhance the paved area.

We have 30 years of experience in paving. Our ground-surfacing options are durable and easy to maintain. They also add value to your property.

What makes block pavers a good choice for you?

You can achieve different types of block paving using standard paving blocks as well as circular sections or decorative Kerb stones. There are many options to choose from so your new driveway or patio can be customized to fit the style of your Moorhaigh home and garden.

Block Paving driveways add value to your Moorhaigh property and give it character. Our block paving service employs industry-leading techniques, and is installed by a trained team to ensure that it lasts. For drainage purposes, the current planning laws must be strictly complied with.

Block paving has many benefits, including:

  • A wide range of designs, colors & styles
  • Durable & versatile
  • Individual bricks are easily replaced with no need for expensive repairs
  • Abrasion resistant surface
  • Manufacturers guarantee for 10 Years
  • Block driveway supply and installation in all aspects

Our Moorhaigh 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. Our attention to detail and safe removal of soil and hardstanding will give you peace of mind.

  • Drainage
  • Walls & brickwork
  • Brick pillars & raised bed
  • Feature & functional edge
  • 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, block paving, or kerbs can be used as a barrier to make your driveway or parking area practical and attractive.

Customers who want total freedom in designing their Moorhaigh driveway will choose a block paver driveway. You have the option to choose from a wide range of colours and designs for paver blocks so you can create a driveway that is unique to your needs.

Block paving driveways can be a simple way to give your home a WOW factor. We make sure that all block paving is laid correctly. This helps to prevent any high or low spots.

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.

We can offer you a range of paving options including standard herringbone patterns as well as basketweave and stretcher bonds. We can give a tour to show you how block paving driveways have looked in the past.

Any driveway should be drainaged and edged to make sure it lasts and looks great for many years.

PERMEABLE BOLOCK PAVING & SUPS

For a driveway or patio, there is now a wider selection of ‘Permeable Block Paving.

This permeable solution allows water to quickly drain into the under-base and slowly into the ground. It is ideal for Sustainable Drainage Sytems (SuDS), which reduces flooding potential.

This type of blockpaving doesn’t require planning permission.

These blocks can be found in almost all of the non-permeable equivalent products – Drivesett Argent & Tegula, as well as 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 Moorhaigh 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 drains, sewers, and other infrastructures override this natural process, making it impossible for the ground to absorb as much water as possible. Permeable pavement and SuDS balance the situation, allowing ground to absorb, store, then slowly release the water in controlled ways – just like a big soakaway.

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.

For a quote on paving, please contact us. We will send you a site survey free of charge to see the groundwork, and what you require. We will then provide you with an accurate quotation for your 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. Bricks can be used to make pavement. There are many patterns you can use, including the popular herringbone. This is because it creates the strongest bonds between blocks thanks to their interlocking.

Since the 1980s block paving has been popular among UK homeowners. Block paving driveways are easy to set up and provide beautiful aesthetic results. 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 a great choice for your driveway because of its many benefits. It is typically more expensive than other driveway options, but can provide greater benefits and lasts longer if properly maintained. These are some of the many benefits that block paving can bring to Dartford or elsewhere:

 

  • Improves the overall appearance and appeal of your home
  • It is easy to replace individual bricks and blocks without costly repairs
  • You can choose from a wide variety of colors and shapes
  • This will increase the property’s worth
  • Interlocking between the blocks makes driveway surfaces stronger than any other.

Block paving driveways should be installed by professionals with many years of experience. They are experts in how to interlock and lay blocks in driveways. It is better to hire a professional to lay your driveway than to attempt it yourself. You can also let them know what design you want and they will help you select the right colour to match your property. It will vary depending on the size of your driveway, but the process is generally faster than other driveway surface options.

Block paving is a good investment for your home. However, the cost will vary depending on several factors. The cost of your driveway will depend on the materials used, the professional installation and the groundwork. Price will vary depending on where you live.

The following are the main factors that influence the price of block paving driveways:

  • * Materials
  • The foundation or groundwork is required for block paving driveways. A sub-base is usually made of crushed rock and similar materials. As part of the driveway cost, your paving contractor will need to include the cost of digging and installing the base.
  • Labour costs: Block paving costs will be charged at a cost per m2.
  • Excavation & Waste disposal: Other activities such as digging up your driveway or disposing of any waste materials will be included in your quote.

Block paved driveways are not made from any ordinary 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 has no moisture and is totally dry. It also has a fine texture that makes it perfect for packing block paving blocks. This type of sand doesn’t stick together during construction due to its extra dry nature. This helps to reduce movement risk.

Block paving is very popular due to its high permeability. Block paving is porous and an environmentally friendly choice for driveways. You can absorb water into your pavers blocks, which are not like concrete. This eliminates the possibility of slippage on the surface and can also prevent water from pooling if drainage is poor.

Block paving is durable if it is well laid. Although there will be some maintenance, block paving can be easily removed from damaged areas or blocks, rather than having to replace entire driveways. You can easily lift individual blocks of block paving bricks if they are cracked or damaged. But with regular maintenance this should be rare. Block paving driveways will not last forever and should only be purchased once.

Block paving is less likely to be contaminated than gravel driveways. However, weeds can still grow between the blocks. Both rock salt and white vinegar are effective natural weed killers. They also help prevent weeds growing from the beginning. Commercial weed-killing products may also be used after you have noticed any growth. Some products are also designed for prevention.

Block paving can be laid on concrete, but it is dependent on its condition. It is not recommended that concrete be laid with the intention of putting paving blocks on top. 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 may be negatively affected by freeze-thaw cycles. In this case, you may have to repave 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 pavers can be laid so long as the sub base is dry enough to allow for a stable and fully-set surface. To avoid delays due to weather, many people wait until the summer and spring dry out.

It can be used as-is or painted to complement your property’s exterior. To preserve the natural appearance of the blocks, sealants and stain-resistant covers are popular. 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.

A sloped driveway doesn’t mean that you should avoid block paving. If the foundation is solid and the sub-base deep enough, a sloped driveway may look beautiful with block pavement.

Jet washing block paving is possible – 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. Jet washing block paving is a delicate process that requires you to work at a 45 degree angle to reduce the pressure. Although you will notice some sand shifting, this should not be too much. After your paving has dried, make sure that all dirt, grime and other debris is removed.

While not everyone has access the pressure washer, you can still keep your drive sparkling and clean. 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 are satisfied that your driveway is clean, rinse it with water and allow it to dry.

Block Paving driveways require expertise and skill to be completed correctly and to the highest standards. We are an experienced driveway company that will provide high-quality block paver driveway service. We can provide guidance, advice, or a quote.

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!