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Block Paving in Ware

Block paving can look great as a driveway. It really is a stylish and functional solution to your driveway and can 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 available to you. The bricks used in block paving are made of clay commonly, but some are made of different composite materials. Among the main advantages to block paving is that if some of the bricks get broken over time, they can easily be replaced. In addition, it means that it is easier to carry out work under the surface of the paving without leaving a mark. The most frequent pattern that driveway companies lay is the herringbone pattern because it has the strongest interlock, which makes it a great choice for driveways. The herringbone pattern is created by the tradesperson by setting the blocks at 45 degrees or 90 degrees to the perpendicular. Both types of herringbone pattern create a stylish and appealing look for your driveway that will make your home look fantastic to buyers. Complete our online form to speak to up to 4 driveway companies who can provide you with a quote for a block-paved driveway.

Average Block paving cost in Ware

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 Ware 2024

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

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Ware

Ware is a community making up of around 18,000 people in the English region of Hertfordshire. It is additionally a civil parish in East Hertfordshire district. The community lies on the north-south A10 road, which is shown to the east-west A414. Over the River Lea at King Meads is a big viaduct. 1979 saw the completion of the £3.6 million bypass of 2 miles. At the north end of the bypass is the Woodson Park Sports and Leisure Centre, along with a resort as well as country club, Hanbury Manor. Historical proof has demonstrated that Ware has been cleared up in considering that a minimum of the Mesolithic duration, which involved an end around 4000 BC. It is thought that the Romans had an important negotiation below, with various structures of buildings being discovered. The modern name of the town shows up to go back to the Anglo-Saxon period, a time in which weirs were constructed to stop the Vikings from escaping their lordships after the fight near Ware. As a result of the River Lea running with the centre of the town, transportation by water was a vital sector to the local economy for several years. Being an old developing community, barley was imported through the water, as well as beer was exported with the river. A benefit to bargemen born in Ware was that they were qualified with the 'flexibility of the River Thames', which excused them from paying the required payment of lock dues. The primary company in the town today is GlaxoSmithKline, which has a big plant in the town. It has a lengthy link with the town, and presents much of its previous items in its firm museum. For all of your home upgrades, ensure to make usage of credible professionals in Ware to make specific of top quality.

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Block paving pros in Ware

L Marshall Contractors Limited

34 review(s)
Based: in Tiptree, CO5 0LU

We are a family run business and has been in operation for over 30 years, we were first established in 1985. 

Latest review

Graham P., SS7
4

Paving & Driveway | Block in Benfleet

Employees worked extremely well, finishing touches left to be desired, did not fulfil all stated agreements

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

Contact Made

EPC Drivestyle

9 review(s)
Based: in Nazeing, EN9 2PB

Here At EPC Drivestyle We Are Fifth Generation Family Run Business With Over 30 Years Of Experience In The Driveway Trade

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Fiona W., E15
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in London

Arrived on time , gave a detailed quote, carried out the work to a high standard, gave details of other jobs completed s...

Prestige Builders and Roofing Ltd

25 review(s)
Based: in Slough, SL2 3DR

Building roofing and paving

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Justyn F., KT1
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Kingston upon Thames

Got the job done quickly at a fair price

Marshall'S Paving and Landscaping

9 review(s)
Based: in St. albans, AL5 3BW

Professional Block paving and Landscaping services.

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George B., SG1
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Stevenage

I have chosen to go with Marshalls because of their greater history in drives and because they are cheaper

Stoneartuk LTD

14 review(s)
Based: in London, HA5 3TA

Hi my name is Martin from stone art uk ltd we are a local run landscaping company within the Pinner area we specialise in all types of driveways and patios please do not hesitate to visit us at are website or give us a call .

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Benedict W., W8
3

Paving & Driveway | Block in London

Expensive. No written quotation, so could not evaluate.

Professional Home Improvements (Uk)

1 review(s)
Based: in Letchworth, SG6 1HX

A local business in Herts with over 25 years of experience, we provide a professional service to suit your needs and budget, in Stevenage, Letchworth, Hitchin, Knebworth and Hertfordshire. If you’re looking for a new Driveway, Patio, Conservatory, ...

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Roger D., AL4
4

Paving & Driveway | Block in St. Albans

Very business like approach but too expensive

Top2Bottom Home Improvements

5 review(s)
Based: in Ely, CB7 4TA

Welcome to Top2bottom Home Improvements Our aim is to provide our clients with a professional and affordable service. We are a family run business with many years of experience. We are based in Littleport but we cover all of the surrounding ar...

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Beverly M., PE31
4

Paving & Driveway | Block in King's Lynn

Top2Bottom offered a home consultation but we having decided to take up another quote, rhus was not appropriate. The co...

Firm Pave

1 review(s)
Based: in London, N22 7GS

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Yvette E., CR4
4

Paving & Driveway | Block in Mitcham

Non-applicable

Pavewise Home Improvement

9 review(s)
Based: in Gerrards cross, SL9 0QR

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Shaki M., UB3
5

Paving & Driveway | Block in Hayes

Very quick contact with excellent consultation service discussing what they provide.

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05 Jan

Paving & Driveway | Block

Ware - SG12

Enquiry from: Angus R

Start Date: Immediate

Good morning could you please quote for blocked driveway my total driveway is 36m2 Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Do you require: Block Paving Roughly h...

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27 Aug

Paving & Driveway | Block

Ware - SG12

Enquiry from: Ian T

Start Date: Immediate

Paving for garden area Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace Do you require: Block Paving Location: Rear What work is required: Patio Roughly how big is the driveway...

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17 Mar

Paving & Driveway | Block

Ware - SG12

Enquiry from: Jackie F

Start Date: Immediate

Home Owner Supplied and Fitted Call to Appoint

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17 Sep

Paving & Driveway | Block

Ware - SG12

Enquiry from: Ken C

Start Date: Less than one month

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Do you require: Block Paving Location: Front What work is required: Driveway Roughly how much area are you looking to have pav...

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07 Aug

Paving & Driveway | Block

Ware - SG12

Enquiry from: Wiaam K

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

95 square meters patio To change the old patio into porcelain . Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Do you require: Block Paving Location: Rear What work is requ...

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29 Aug

Paving & Driveway | Block

Ware - SG12

Enquiry from: KEITH F

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Customer visited the mypatioprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Property owner: Owner, Work description: 30 M2 sandstone sawn&honed

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22 Apr

Paving & Driveway | Block

Ware - SG12

Enquiry from: Charles G

Start Date: Immediate

Re pointing of existing patio area

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19 Mar

Paving & Driveway | Block

Welwyn Garden City - AL7

Enquiry from: Madhu P

Start Date: Immediate

To cover driveway and car port. Around 95 sqf

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18 Mar

Paving & Driveway | Block

Harlow - CM20

Enquiry from: Vasile M

Start Date: Immediate

Block paving Lead

homeowner driveway supplied and fitted please call to appoint

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13 Feb

Paving & Driveway | Block

Waltham Cross - EN7

Enquiry from: Serife A

Start Date: Immediate

Block paving 2 side walls knocked down

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12 Feb

Paving & Driveway | Block

Harlow - CM18

Enquiry from: Sean B

Start Date: Immediate

homeowner driveway please contact to appoint

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08 Feb

Paving & Driveway | Block

Harlow - CM18

Enquiry from: Sean B

Start Date: Immediate

homeowner driveway please contact to appoint

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02 Feb

Paving & Driveway | Block

Harlow - CM18

Enquiry from: Sean B

Start Date: Immediate

To drop kerb on Essex highways footpath must be approved

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30 Jan

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hoddesdon - EN11

Enquiry from: Dave C

Start Date: Immediate

Extension to original drive

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11 Jun

Paving & Driveway | Block

Welwyn Garden City - AL7

Enquiry from: Manish M

Start Date: Immediate

Remove old drive and garden area install new

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29 Apr

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hatfield - AL10

Enquiry from: Amy F

Start Date: Immediate

im looking for quotes for a block paving or bonded gravel drive way , i currently have a front garden with 2 pathways running each side bushes will be removed are you the property owner: tenant (with ...

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11 Apr

Paving & Driveway | Block

Hatfield - AL10

Enquiry from: Amy F

Start Date: Immediate

im looking for quotes for a block paving or bonded gravel drive way , i currently have a front garden with 2 pathways running each side bushes will be removed are you the property owner: tenant (with ...

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04 Jan

Paving & Driveway | Block

Harlow - CM20

Enquiry from: George P

Start Date: Immediate

Drive way need minor levelling and block paving done .

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06 Dec

Paving & Driveway | Block

Broxbourne - EN10

Enquiry from: Desmond O

Start Date: Immediate

I would like 70 square meters of my drive way blocked paved with a step to my front door included

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28 Nov

Paving & Driveway | Block

Harlow - CM18

Enquiry from: Ibrahim W

Start Date: Immediate

driveway parking( off street parking ) are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you require: block paving location: front what work is required: driveway rough...

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FAQs

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.

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.

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.

When's the best time to get driveway work done?

Driveway work is usually done in the warmer half of the year. This is partly to avoid bad weather. If you want to get ahead and avoid waiting for a contractor to be free, you should try getting in touch with a professional in the early spring so a date can be booked for install as soon as practically possible.

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