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Block Paving in Oakham

Block paving can look good as a driveway. It is an elegant and functional solution to your driveway and will give your home great kerb appeal. Whether you want a classic herringbone design or something a bit different, there are many block paving options and materials accessible to you. The bricks found in block paving are made of clay commonly, but some are made of different composite materials. Among the main benefits to block paving is that if a few of the bricks get damaged over time, they can be replaced easily. In addition, it means that it's easier to perform work under the top of paving without leaving a mark. The most common pattern that driveway companies lay is the herringbone pattern because it has the strongest interlock, rendering it a fantastic choice for driveways. The tradesperson creates the herringbone pattern by placing the blocks at 45 degrees or 90 degrees to the perpendicular. Both types of herringbone pattern create an elegant and appealing look for your driveway that can make your home look fantastic to potential buyers. Fill out our online form to get in touch with up to 4 driveway companies who can give you a quote for a block-paved driveway.

Average Block paving cost in Oakham

The typical cost for a block paving project is about £4,000. For smaller areas of paving, or if you live in a cheaper area of the country, expect to pay approximately £3,000, but for larger areas or within the London area, costs may be as much as £4,600-£5,000.

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Block paving installation cost in Oakham 2024

Labour cost £2,800
Material cost £1,000
Waste removal £200
Time frame: 1-2 days

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Oakham

Oakham is an old English market town in Rutland in the East Midlands of England. It sits to the west of Rutland Water, which is one of the most vast man-made lakes in Europe. It is home to All Saints' Church, erected in the 14th Century, and Oakham Castle, which dates back to the 12th Century. Only the great hall of the castle is still there, and it is a popular tourist attraction in the area.

Every Wednesday and Saturday in Oakham there is a market where a number of local goods are on sale. Every third Saturday there is a farmer's market on Gaol Street, where local farmers sell their products.

A well-known landmark in Oakham is the Oakham Signal Box, which Airfix used as a design for all their model rail kits. Another tradition that the town has is hanging horseshoes in the great hall of the castle. Whenever a member of royalty or peer of the realm visited Oakham, they had to pay a penalty in the form of a horseshoe. The horseshoes hang upside-down which is normally seen to be unlucky, but in Oakham this was to stop the Devil from resting in the hollow. To ensure you get the best price for any property development work in Oakham, make sure you compare and contrast quotations from reputable businesses.

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Block paving pros in Oakham

TM Contractors

45 review(s)
Based: in Market harborough, LE16 7QT

Driveways Patios and Tarmac from design to build Free Estimates and all garden services Power wash celaning call us for quality services and prices

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Reynold W., NN3
4

Paving & Driveway | Block in Northampton

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FD Property Maintenance

6 review(s)
Based: in Hockley, SS5 5JX

We are a well established company who specialise in Landscaping and Block Paving. We are qualified and fully insured with vast knowledge and experience to complete any job. Only quality materials are supplied and used and all our work is guaran...

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Mohammed M., RM16
4

Paving & Driveway | Block in Grays

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Nationwide Driveways Ltd

8 review(s)
Based: in Nottingham, NG7 6LH

Nationwide Drives ltd take great pride in the quality of workmanship delivered on each and every job. We cater to both Domestic and Commercial customers in all surrounding areas of Nottingham,mansfield and Chesterfield. With over 20 years exper...

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Mrs B., NG16
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Nottingham

Nationwide Driveways did me a really professional job to a very high standard. Everybody was friendly and courteous and ...

H W Bower Surfacing

9 review(s)
Based: in Newark, NG22 0PP

HW BOWER SURFACING We always aim to achieve a high level of customer satisfaction with every job that we carry out for you and your home. We are a trustworthy, hardworking and competitive paving company who always put all of our efforts into e...

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Dorothy B., NG15
3

Paving & Driveway | Block in Nottingham

didn't quote

Beech Contractors

35 review(s)
Based: in Nottingham, NG24 1DA

Beach contractors have paved and resurfaced everything from championship golf courses to domestic driveways as a team we put 100% into every job we undertake we are a contractor's so we take one any type of work

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Martin C., CV9
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Atherstone

Professional friendly service

John Webb Drives and Landscaping

22 review(s)
Based: in Coventry, CV12 9JL

Covering Midlands we undertake all kinds of driveway and hard landscaping, design installation and resurfacing, we pride ourselves on our quality and service, all quotes are free of charge, all work is guaranteed and we are fully insured, offering ...

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Eleanor H., B28
4

Paving & Driveway | Block in Birmingham

Have an estimate price on the phone which have me an idea of costings. Quick to respond to quote and has been in touch a...

Abbeystone Paving Limited

3 review(s)
Based: in Surbiton, KT6 5JR

Welcome to the website of Abbeystone Paving Ltd, specialists paving, tarmac, patio, brickwork, landscaping and fencing installers. Abbeystone Paving Ltd are well established monoblock and paving specialists, constructing high quality driveways, pa...

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Maria E., SW4
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in London

Excellent, very well explained and work completed as explained

Williams Driveways LTD

5 review(s)
Based: in Wolverhampton, WV10 8AD

We are a family run buisness with outstanding quality driveaways, we have 3 teams allowing us to get jobs booked in and completed quickly and in a professional manner. Book now for your free no obligation quotation.

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Anita M., B14
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Birmingham

Still trying to arrange an appointment.

Ground Tech Midlands

11 review(s)
Based: in Coventry, CV8 1JD

We are based in Coventry and Kenilworth, and cover all areas of the West Midlands groundtechmidlands.co.uk Our diverse product range and installation knowledge means we have the ability to offer a variety of driveway solutions for all budgets. ...

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Barbara W., CV7
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Coventry N&W Satellite Villages

Rapid response. Arrived on time and gave detailed explanation of what was to be done.

Farmtally LTD

6 review(s)
Based: in Newcastle, L35 2US

Local company owned by myself over 2 decades of business. Quality driveways of either flagging , block or patterned imprinted concrete with pvc fascias. All dealt with by myself to you. Free quotations given .

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Hannah B., L16
4

Paving & Driveway | Block in Liverpool

very friendly but not to impressed with the amount quoted for the job in hand.

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18 Aug

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Enquiry from: Ron J

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Demolish/remove existing patio,bad condition and replace with new patio,approx 5x3yards What level of service do you require: Supply and lay Time scale: 1-3 months What work is required: Driveway, Pat...

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22 Jul

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To lay patio to cover the remaining of my garden. Slab size 2 feet by 2 feet. Number should be around 150 Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Do you require: Bloc...

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12 Jul

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136m2 of block driveway with risisng curb edges to one side and replacement of standard edging. Soldier edging to surround driveway with step to door to complimet driveway.

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26 Jun

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Oakham - LE15

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28 May

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02 Apr

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23 Jan

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10 Oct

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Enquiry from: Hugh F

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06 Sep

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Enquiry from: Simon B

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15 Aug

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Oakham - LE15

Enquiry from: Ahmed H

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15 Aug

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26 Jul

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Oakham - LE15

Enquiry from: Chris G

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Replace existing block paving patio with 450 or 600 mm slabs using some of the existing blocks as a border. Total area is approximately 40 sq. metres.

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28 Apr

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Enquiry from: David P

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07 Apr

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how to lay block paving?

How To Lay Block Paving

Do you wish to know how to install block paving? We’ve got you covered! Here, you’ll find a useful step by step guide that’ll provide you with all the necessary information to lay a wide range of block paving products available in the market today. You must, however, note that the installation of block paving can be a tricky affair and should not be attempted unless you have undergone a proper training or have a good experience in the field. If otherwise, we’d advise you to leave the task for a reliable block laying professional to guarantee the best results and also avoid making costly mistakes.

lDesign

• Draw up a design to perfectly suits your needs.

• Decide on the type of block as well as colour.

lExcavation

• Use a mini excavator or a JCB ( depending on the size of the job) to excavate the driveway.

• Identify and mark out the area to be excavated.

• Dug out the area until you reach a suitable level

• Ensure that the proposed finish level is 150mm underneath the damp proof course in any of the adjoining building’s brick.

lEdge Restraints

• Build a 100mm depth-thick concrete foundation with the help of a concrete mixer, 1 part cement and 6 parts ballast.

• Position the kerb unit on top of the level with a string line and spirit level.

• Use a trowel and rubber mallet to mortar the kerb unit to the foundation.

• Haunch the back of the kerb units in such a way that the concrete reach half way up the kerb’s rear.

lSubbase

• Put the crushed concrete in the edge restraints and ensure it’s at the desired level of 50mm.

• Use a vibrating plate to compact and level

lScreeding

• Apply a layer of sharp sand (to 50mm depth) and campact it using a vibrating plate.

• Apply second layer of sharp sand (to 20mm depth) on top of the first layer.

• Level the second layer to the correct falls.

lInstallation Of Paving

• Lay the block paving starting from the bottom of a slope.

• Ensure the blocks are placed at about 10mm to 15mm above the required finish level.

• Make sure the blocks used are between 3-5 packs as you proceed with your desired pattern. You may need to cut smaller block pieces to fill smaller gaps.

lFinishing Touches

• Clear out the area to ensure no debris is left on the blocks.

• Put kiln dried sand and brush across the whole of the area, ensuring the sands falls between the blocks’ joints.

• Compact the drive with the vibrating plate.

• Brush more kiln dried sand over the area and compact again

• Repeat the process until the joints are full of sand.

What materials can I use to surface my driveway?

The most commonly used driveway surfacing materials are gravel, asphalt, concrete and paving - which can be block, slabbed or patten imprinted. Take a look at our product information pages to help you decide which one to use and which one will look best for your driveway.

is block paving permeable?

Is Block Paving Permeable?

Back in 2008, there was a regulation introduced which comes with a requirement guiding the pavement of front gardens. It requires homeowners to incorporate the conventional impermeable driveways which makes for an uncontrolled run off of rainwater into sewers, roadways, local watercourses etc. However since then, new systems have been established which complies with the legislation and permit driveway laying of block paving without requiring planning permission while still providing the same visually appealing features as the conventional systems. Therefore, a short and simple answer to whether block paving is permeable is yes.

A permeable paving driveway (unlike the conventional ones which quickly diverts rainwater towards the edges to local drains) purposefully diverts rainwater into the built paving structure which oversees a controlled release of the rainwater into the environment. Permeable block paving comes with a wide range of benefits which includes the following:

• No Planning Permission Required

Unlike the traditional system, permeable block paving requires no planning permission as it oversees the driveway draining by ensuring that the surface water passes directly through the joints which makes sure the drains are not over worked and minimizing the risk of flood.

• Puddles Reduction By Natural Drainage

A permeable block paving minimizes puddles as well as standing water which helps to boost natural drainage. This is due to the laying process which features little voids that permits the passage of water.

• Natural Filtration

A natural filtration occurs when water is allowed to return to the ground by permeable block paving which helps assists in getting rid of any pollutants from the rain water.

• Flood Prevention

Permeable paving can help to prevent flooding as it absorbs water rather than directing it to the local drains or leaving it to build up on the surface’s top.

• Natural & Sustainable Materials

Natural and recyclable materials can be incorporated in producing permeable paving which is an excellent choice especially if you’re seeking a more sustainable driveway.

what sand for block paving?

Have you decided to install block paving and wondering what the best sand to be applied to the joints is in order to achieve a perfect job? Well, you’re at the right place! This is one of the most frequently asked questions when it comes to block paving and we seek to give you a reliable solution once and for all.

The best sand for block paving is a kiln-dried sand. It’s an extremely fine sand which has been dried in a kiln to get rid of all the water before it’s incorporated to achieve the best results. Therefore, the sand contains no moisture and is commonly used to fill the joints of block paving to keep the paving’s structure rigid and strong. It also goes a long way to prevent the ingress of water while stopping the paving from moving and becoming loose. The major reason why the paving sand must be dried is to allow it flow easily into the joints as well as the block paving’s gaps. As result of this smooth flowing to the bottom of the joints, there will be no sand sticking to the sides of the pavers.

Another major reason why kiln-dried sand is commonly applied to the block paving’s joints is to prevent water from penetrating the paved area. It also tightens the individual pavers together to prevent from moving and becoming loose. In the event whereby you happen to leave the joints of your block paving without kiln dried sand, it’s highly likely that they’ll sink as a result of water penetration and the blocks will become very loose. After washing block paving, it’s very important to also replace any sand washed off in the process once the paving is dried to prevent water ingress into the joints.

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