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Block Paving in St Helens

Block paving can look good as a driveway. It really is a stylish and functional answer to your driveway and can give your home great kerb appeal. Whether you want a classic herringbone design or something a little different, there are plenty of block paving options and materials available to you. The bricks used in block paving are manufactured from clay commonly, but some are made of different composite materials. Among the main benefits to block paving is that if some of the bricks get damaged over time, they can simply be replaced. It also means that it is easier to perform work under the surface of the paving without leaving a mark. The most frequent pattern that driveway companies lay is the herringbone pattern since it has the strongest interlock, which makes it a great choice for driveways. The tradesperson creates the herringbone pattern by setting the blocks at 45 degrees or 90 degrees to the perpendicular. Both types of herringbone design create an elegant and appealing look for your driveway that will make your home look fantastic to potential buyers. Complete our online form to speak to up to 4 driveway companies who can give you a quote for a block-paved driveway.

Average Block paving cost in St Helens

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 St Helens 2024

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

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St Helens

The Merseyside town of St Helens boasts a populace greater than 100,000, found in Lancashire towards the northwest of England. The town developed swiftly in the Industrial Revolution and even today stays a commercial area. For your upcoming property improvement, you'll want to use licensed businesses in St Helens.

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Block paving pros in St Helens

S & Q Driveways

27 review(s)
Based: in Wolverhampton, WV10 7PP

At S & Q driveways we can guarantee you'll be a happy custumer

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Michael J., B6
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Birmingham

very good

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 ...

Overdrive Systems

2 review(s)
Based: in York, YO32 9ST

Here at Overdrive Systems we are an established company with many years experience in building and improving driveways. Our expert team can advise you in selecting the right choice of materials to suit your home and will tailor each driveway project ...

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Ann B., LS17
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Leeds

didn't keep appointment

Fence It

1 review(s)
Based: in Bolton, BL4 0AN

Fence it pave it are a family owned landscaping and paving and fencingcompany based in Bolton that has over fifty years combined experience in the construction industry.

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Denise T., WA14
4

Paving & Driveway | Block in Altrincham

Competitive price

Ready Pave Drives And Patios Ltd

4 review(s)
Based: in Morecambe, LA4 4AD

Hi my name is Frances from ready pave drives and patios I would like to say we offer a complete start to finish REdesign or new driveway all our work is fully guaranteed in writing we do top quality work at a very reasonable price we are very reliabl...

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Mehdi A., BB2
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Blackburn

Excellent service. Very reasonable estimate. The two lads did an excellent job. Did a very good job of cleaning up after...

JL Driveways

1 review(s)
Based: in Warrington, WA2 7LT

JL driveways man are a local family run business from Warrington covering a wide-area in the Northwest We specialise in All types of driveways Landscaping's block paving tarmacking Imprinted concrete resen Fencing and much much more you dream it w...

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Tracey N., L20
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Liverpool

Did a great job. Said it would take 5 days and it did. Great team of workers who worked really hard and did a lovely job...

Platinum contractors

52 review(s)
Based: in Blackpool, FY4 5EP

Platinum Contractors is a family owned business started in2004. And , has grown to serve all of Lancashire To meet the needs of our clients, we’ve evolved to include the entire construction process, including FULL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE. We pride ou...

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Mrs K., FY4
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Blackpool

Came the same day and their quote and ideas were just what we wanted

Total Paving and Landscapes

12 review(s)
Based: in Liverpool, L2 3AB

hello my name samuel From total paving and landscapes were a fully insured family run business with over 16 years experience in block paving All types of flagging turfing fencing and we supply the best quality materials on every job we do a quality j...

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Billy B., L9
4

Paving & Driveway | Block in Liverpool

Worked endless to get job done fast no problems with the work

Stonecraft Paving Specialist

3 review(s)
Based: in Dudley, DY5 1LB

Stonecraft paving specialist ltd We do all kinds off ground work 5 years guarantee with all of are professional work driveways patios landscaping Block paving / tarmac / resin /concrete Imprint / slabs / Turf / fencing/artificial turf / rail...

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Jeff N., B31
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Birmingham

Very good

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 .

Latest review

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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FAQs

how to lay block paving on a slope?

Are you worried there’s a slope on the area where your block paving is to be installed? Good news is, it’s very possible to lay block paving on a slope. However, this can be a very difficult task which should be done by a reliable professional ( especially if you lack proper training and experience) who can guarantee the best results, the first time and also help save you money from possible costly mistakes. This guide will provide you with everything you need about the slope block paving installation process. Let’s have a look!

• Demarcate The Walkway

To get started, you have to determine how and where you want your walkway to be while also determining the thickness of the paver. Ensure to choose the less sloppy area and utilize landscape paint to mark the area visibly.

• Prepare The Ground

Clear out all forms of dirts, roots, rocks and other debris on the soil. Once done, proceed to cutting the sods to the required length and put them somewhere close.

• Make Boundaries

There’s a need for landscape borders. Here, it’ll be easier to use plastics as boundaries for your lawn’s edges. Install them on the sides that have already been cut

• Apply A Level Of Gravel

Obtain the correct size of gravel and spread them evenly over the area to ensure a firm foundation for the pavers is formed. Makes sure that the rocks is at a minimum of 2 inches deep into the soil.

• Install The Block Pavers

Start from the centremost position of the pathway and work towards the sides until you’re able to cover every inch of the area.

• Apply A Layer Of Cement

Apply cement over the pavers and utilize a broom to sweep it and fill up all the gaps and spaces between the pavers. Then, press the pathway to be levelled using a compactor.

how much to block pave a drive?

One thing you should know about block paving a drive is that it can be very expensive depending on a number of factors such as the materials to be incorporated, block paving pattern, labour cost as well as the size of the drive in question. However, before you get started it’s always a good idea to obtain multiple quotes to compare the prices and select the most reasonable quote. Here, we’ve provided a breakdown of the block paving cost to ensure that you’ll not get ripped off.

There are three main types of block paving which includes clay blocks, concrete blocks as well as natural stone. If you were to go for complex block paving patterns and extras such as drainage solutions and edging, you may have to pay a significantly higher price. The size of your drive is also a major determinant of your block paving cost. What’s more? The materials you need as well as the contractors you select will all play a key role in the final cost of block paving your drive.

The material cost for the three types of block paving includes: Clay block £70 to £100 per m2, concrete blocks £20 to £60 per m2 and natural stone £50 to £105 per m2. To calculate your total material cost, you’ll need to determine the size of your drive.

The cost of labour for installing block paving is usually within the range of £50 to £100 per square metre. In certain cases, you may also have some waste removal needs. If you’re going to hire a specialist that’ll take a day or two of labour to get the job done, it’ll cost about £150 to £200 per day.

Other additional block paving costs include: hardcore £300, blocks and edgings £1,700, sharp sand £250. kiln-dried sand £250 and skip hire £500.

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.

how to seal block paving?

Are you having weed problems on your carefully picked out block pavings? After spending huge bucks to install the block pavings, the last thing any homeowner would want to discover is weed taking over the prized asset. Fortunately, this is a problem that can be effectively handled in a few simple steps provided in this article.

Basically, sealing of block paving is all about prevention of weed growth in the area by total weed removal, putting of sand between the block paving joints and sealing with a good quality sealant. This is a task that’s best left for a reliable professional to guarantee the best results especially if you lack proper training and experience. This guide will give a good insight into the process.

Here are the equipment you’ll need to get started: pressure washer, weed killer, bin bag, broom, small brush, protective gear, sealing roller, spueegee, jointing sand and sealer and DIY sprayer.

lRemove The Weed

• Put on a protective clothing and gloves

• Get a weed disposal bag to clean while you go.

• Apply the selected weed killer on both areas where weeds are present and the absent ones to prevent any growing.

lPressure Washing

• Angle your pressure washer between the gaps. This is done to remove all weeds and debris that are still lying around as well as removing all possible chemical residues to create a thorough clean between the paving slab.

• Leave the washed area to dry.

l Sand The Joints

• Check the weather forecast to ensure there’s about 24 to 48 hours of dryness as its important for both sand and sealant to do a perfect job.

• Put sand between the gaps and push it down with your small brush until its levelled.

lSeal The Gaps

• The sealing process should be done immediately and sanding.

• Clean up the patio

• Perform a test using a small area

• Apply the sealant

• Apply the second of sealant

• Leave to dry for about 2 to 3 hours.

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