Block Paving Oswaldtwistle

Oswaldtwistle Block Paving & Driveway Services

Block Paving Oswaldtwistle Lancashire (BB5): An eye-catching way to build a path, patio or driveway to your garden or property in Oswaldtwistle, is by using block paving. The the most widespread use of block pavers in commercial and domestic settings is to establish a hard wearing parking area for cars.

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Off-road parking is an extremely desirable feature for any Oswaldtwistle property, and a professional installation of a block paved drive will increase the market value of your home. Money invested in decent block paving now will pay dividends in the future should you decide to sell your house.

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It is imperative that you carefully consider how big to make your block paved driveway in Oswaldtwistle, and to draw up a detailed design for the intended area. You'll want to be able to easily park and move your vehicle, and it is advisable to organise your driveway around these requirements, even though the size of the garden area that you've got to build on may well determine this. If you are able to install a driveway that has enough room for at least one more vehicle than your own, that's also a great idea. This will give you the extra space required when anyone visits your home, and for extra vehicles that might be purchased by your household in the future.

Always try to get at least 3 quotes from different companies, when your are seeking out a professional contractor to lay your block paving patio or driveway in Oswaldtwistle. You could ask for advice and recommendations from neighbours or friends, if any of them have recently had a block pave drive installed.

A dependable company should provide a free and in depth quote for the complete project. Any people who just turn up at your front door saying they "just happen to be working locally on another project", should be avoided. Whilst they may be genuine, there are any number of horrific stories of property owners getting second-rate work, or being left out of pocket when the promised drive is not successfully completed.

Provisioned for any quotation should be items like:

  • Preparation of the area
  • Installation of sub-base
  • Drainage and water run-off specifications
  • Colour, design and quantity of block pavers
  • Disposal of waste
  • Other considerations

PREPARING THE GROUNDWORK

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If your new block paved driveway in Oswaldtwistle is is going to replace an existing drive, it will be necessary to first lift, remove and recycle the old materials. It might be required to do additional excavations to ensure that building regulations concerning your property's DPC (damp proof course) are observed. Two brick courses or 150mm below the existing damp proof course, is the regulation for new driveways in Oswaldtwistle.

Around 230mm (nine inches) of soil will have to be dug out and disposed of if your new block paved driveway in Oswaldtwistle is being installed over bare earth or grass. This allows for a proper sub-base and sharp sand to be laid before the block pavers are installed.

INSTALLATION OF THE SUB-BASE

A layer of Type 1 crushed gravel and stones, topped with sharp sand, will be utilised to form the sub-base. To make sure that your drive doesn't move or develop dips and low lying spots where water can pool, a sound sub-base is essential. Generally comprising granite or limestone which is compacted to form a durable, strong and firm surface for your patio, driveway or footpath in Oswaldtwistle, MOT Type 1 is a kind of crushed granular aggregate.

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During this stage of the installation any potential drainage issues will be taken care of. If not already inherent in the natural lay of the land, a fall or gradient will be inserted, to allow excess water to drain away. Either purpose built drainage channels/grates can be installed between your dwelling and the driveway for steering this water away, or it can simply be directed away from your house by the incline.

Sharp sand is added above the compacted Type 1 sub-base and levelled off to form a base for the pavers to be laid into.

DRAINAGE AND WATER RUN-OFF REQUIREMENTS

Excess surface water must be run off to a suitable permeable area on any driveways over 5 sq metres in Oswaldtwistle. Planning permission from your local authority will be needed, if this proviso can't be complied with. In order to prevent localised flooding, any excess water from your driveway can't be diverted into the drainage system.

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Any reputable block paving installation company in Oswaldtwistle will figure out your drainage needs and take the necessary action to keep your new drive within the legislation, as an integral part of the installation process. In order to do this they may need to excavate a dedicated soak-away area, install a permeable driveway or add integrated drainage grates/channels .

Homes that are inside the defined limits of a conservation area will require added consideration regarding drainage and design features. To get guidance and advice through this procedure, you should seek the assistance of a reliable block paving installation specialist in Oswaldtwistle.

STYLE, COLOUR AND AMOUNT OF PAVERS

There are an array of colours, shapes and sizes of block pavers, and whatever design of drive you have in mind, you should easily be able to find a suitable solution. With everything from the commonly seen straight sided, oblong or square block pavers, to the more elaborate, diamond, s-shape, circular and curved versions, you ought to be able to find the ideal style. You can create a striking feature with a contrasting colour, or select one that exactly matches your home's brickwork.

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Older buildings in Oswaldtwistle might be more suited to the traditional style of pavers, better known as tumbled or tumble pavers, which produce a more sympathetic and seamless result. These are pre-faded and have a character and rustic feel to their appearance. For a more modern look, you can also buy contemporary block pavers, which can even provide you with a high-gloss surface finish when suitably sealed.

Your new driveway in Oswaldtwistle could be designed as a simple square or rectangular shape, or it could snake its way around other existing elements of your garden. To accomplish various effects, block paving can be laid in several patterns; Stretcher Bond, Basketweave and Herringbone, being the most common. Whatever the design, a professional block paving company in Oswaldtwistle will be able to build a quality driveway that looks amazing.

You should also consider installing some block paving edging. You can have a chat with your chosen installer about the pros and cons of raised edging, contrasting colours and shapes, or if your driveway butts up against walls, whether it actually needs to be edged at all.

THE DISPOSAL OF WASTE

When you are given a quotation for block paving installation, the fees for the removal of waste materials and its correct method of disposal should all be listed. The overall dimensions of your new driveway will dictate the volume of soil and existing driveway materials that will be required to be gotten rid of. Any excavated soil will need to be hauled away by truck if it can't be utilised in other areas of your garden. The majority of of the excavated soil and other materials can be recycled, therefore they have to be transported to an official disposal site.

OTHER THINGS TO CONSIDER

While it's not essential for your new driveway in Oswaldtwistle, you may be encouraged to put a coat of sealant on the block paving after it has been installed. You can extend the lifespan of your block paved drive by treating it, and furthermore the sealer lowers the risk of algae growth, improves the colour, keeps it from staining and prevents fading. If you want to safeguard the investment of time and money you've made in your block paved drive, coating it with a quality sealer it is the ideal way to accomplish it.

Block paving driveways must never be sealed just after installation, since it's vital for the jointing and sand to properly settle for a good while. It's recommended to wait at least 6 months before coating a new driveway with sealant, and it is advised to use a professional for the application since errors are hard to correct.

CONCLUSION

A block paved patio or drive can transform the appearance of your home in Oswaldtwistle. It can provide you with a space to relax and sit in your garden, a durable area for securely parking your car, or create a unique and distinctive pathway for accessing your house.

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Block paving work can be done in Oswaldtwistle and also in: Broadfield, Intack, Bedlam, Belthorn, Shadsworth, Guide, Scaitcliffe, Hoddlesden, Baxenden, Knuzden Brook, Little Moor End, Altham West, and in these postcodes BB5 3LY, BB5 3QG, BB5 3BH, BB5 3JJ, BB5 3EG, BB5 3AU, BB5 3QZ, BB5 3SF, BB5 3GL, and BB5 3LA. Local Oswaldtwistle block paving specialists will likely have the dialling code 01254 and the postcode BB5. Verifying this will ensure that you access local providers of block paving. Oswaldtwistle householders can utilise these and numerous other paving related services. Simply click the "quote" form or banner to get specifics of block paving in your area.

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