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Block Paving Contractors Balderton - Surfacing and Tarmacing Specialists

Our most requested choice for a driveway replacement in Balderton

Block Paving is a popular choice among customers in Balderton to improve their driveways or 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.

Why is blockpaving a good choice

There are many options for block paving. You can use standard paving blocks, circular sections, or decorative kerbstones. There are many options to choose from so your new driveway or patio can be customized to fit the style of your Balderton home and garden.

Block paving driveways add real character and value to your Balderton home. Our block paving service employs industry-leading techniques, and is installed by a trained team to ensure that it lasts. To ensure proper drainage, current planning laws are strictly observed.

Block paving can provide many benefits such as:

  • There are many designs, colours and styles to choose from
  • Durable & versatile
  • Bricks can be replaced without the need for costly repairs
  • Resistant to fading
  • Manufacturer’s warranty for 10 years
  • Block driveway supply and installation in all aspects

Our Balderton block pavers offer a complete turnkey service. We have the right equipment, labour, and knowledge to get you the paving space you desire. You can be assured of your safety and security by our meticulous attention to detail.

  • Drainage
  • Brickwork & walls
  • Brick pillars & raised bed
  • Functional edging & feature 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.

We will deal with any drainage issues that may arise during the installation of your drive. This will ensure that rainwater is drained quickly and smoothly. Concrete or timber edgings can be used to contain driveways or parking areas. Block paving, kerbs or concrete paving are all options. This will ensure that your drive looks great.

Block paving driveways are the best option for customers who desire complete control over the design and layout of their Balderton 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 add an easy way to enhance the beauty of your property. To ensure block paving is professionally laid, we make sure to prepare a quality subbase. We want to avoid any unsightly high and low spots.

Domestic block paving can be used in many ways. They can be used as driveways, paths, patios or even pool surrounds. 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 offer many paving options. These include basketweave, stretcher links, paving circles, and unique paving designs. We can give a tour to show you how block paving driveways have looked in the past.

To ensure that driveways last a lifetime, drainage and edging must be considered.

PERMEABLE BLOCKING & 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.

This block paving type does not require planning permission.

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

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. 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 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 will enhance any garden, commercial or private. It will provide a safe and well-lit walkway for employees, visitors or family. Our work is guaranteed 100%.

For a quote on paving, please contact us. We offer a no obligation, free site survey to assess the groundwork as well as the job you need done. 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 are a popular choice among homeowners in the UK. It has been around since the 1980s. It is simple to install and will produce stunning 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. 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. 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
  • Increases your property’s market value
  • The interlocking blocks between them make driveway surfaces more sturdy than other ones

Block paver driveways are often installed by driveway specialists who have many decades of experience. These professionals are trained to install blocks correctly and interlock them in the right way. A driveway company will guarantee a flawless driveway, so you don’t have to try to do it yourself. You can also share your design preferences with them and they’ll help you choose a colour that will complement the rest on 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 pavers are an investment in your property. Prices will depend on several factors. Block paving materials, professional installation, groundwork, and other factors will all impact the cost of your new driveway. Prices will vary from one region to the next.

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

  • 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. The cost of excavating the base and installing it should be included in your driveway price.
  • Labour costs
  • Excavation/waste disposal: Additional activities such digging out your driveway and disposing your waste materials will also be included in your quotation

It is not enough to use just any any sand for laying a block-paved driveway. Block paved driveways are most commonly laid using kiln dried sand. Each block of the drive is held in place by the sand, which locks it into its adjacent neighbor.

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 is extra dry, so it won’t clump together while being laid. This helps to reduce movement risk.

Block paving is a popular choice because of its high level of permeability. Block paving is porous and an environmentally friendly choice for driveways. Water will not be absorbed into the paving blocks unlike concrete. This eliminates the possibility of slippage on the surface and can also prevent water from pooling if drainage is poor.

If it is properly laid, block paving can last for a lifetime. Block paving will need to be maintained over time. But you can easily remove damaged blocks or areas rather than replacing the entire driveway. 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 are a great investment that will last a lifetime.

Block paving is more resistant to weeds than gravel driveways. However, they can still sprout up between the blocks. White vinegar and rock salt can be used as natural weed killers. Any commercial weed-killing products can be used once you have detected any growth. Some of these products also contain a preventative component to help with future growth.

It is possible to put block paving on concrete. However, it will depend on how the concrete is. It is not a good idea to just lay concrete to add paving blocks. 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. Block paving driveways on concrete should be thoroughly evaluated by professionals to ensure its suitability.

Your driveway installation should not be affected by the weather. 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.

You can either leave the block paving alone or paint it to match your property’s exterior. To preserve the natural appearance of the blocks, sealants and stain-resistant covers are popular. It is crucial that the blocks are dry completely before you apply any paint. Any masonry paint can be used and applied with a roller just like exterior brickwork.

A sloped driveway doesn’t mean that you should avoid block paving. If the driveway is properly installed with solid groundwork, a deep sub-base and proper drainage, a sloped driveway can look great with block paving.

Block paving can be jet washed. – You can jet wash block paving, but it must be done with care and at a low 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. 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.

You may not have access to a pressure washer but it is possible to keep your drive shining and clean. Any dirt or grime can be lifted with a stiff brush or broom. Apply your chosen cleaning agent and scrub the driveway to get rid of any stains. Once you’re confident that it’s clean and dry, rinse it off with warm water.

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 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!