Block paving is a versatile and cost effective driveway solution. As well as a range of colours, the following types of blocks can be laid:
During your site survey we can discuss the design, any drainage that will be required for natural water run off and features that you may require such as kerbs and edgings.
Using different coloured blocks, an eye catching finish can be obtained that will provide a long lasting finish.
Block paving is a permeable surface and therefore required no planning permission in front gardens. Please check further down the page for more details.
Typically, block paving driveways are installed as follows:
We also use geo-textile membrane to keep the layers separated while allowing water to pass through.
You will not need planning permission if:
For more information check the government website for Permeable surfacing of front gardens.
Installed correctly and well maintained, a block paving driveway will typically last between 15-20 years.
We recommend that you do not use your newly block paved driveway for 48 hours.
Depending on the size of the driveway, installation time will be around 5-7 days.
We can install all year round, but we do require dry conditions.