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Block Paving Ross-on-Wye Herefordshire (HR9): If you're planning to add a patio area, path or driveway to the garden of your house in Ross-on-Wye, block pavers are an eye-catching way to accomplish this. Even though block paving does have a myriad of uses in both residential and commercial environments, it's most commonly used for constructing durable and long lasting parking areas for cars and vehicles.

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For any Ross-on-Wye property, off-road parking is a highly desirable feature which will add some extra value to your house, as long as it is installed properly. An investment in good block paving now will yield a return in the long term should you decide to sell your house.

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When planning and designing your new block paved driveway in Ross-on-Wye it's important to think carefully when you are looking at just how large you should build it. It is best to plan your driveway to be able to move and easily park your vehicle, but certainly you might be limited by the size of the land area you've got to build on. If it's possible in your circumstances, it's also beneficial to install a driveway that has the capacity for one more car. This will give you the additional space needed when visitors or tradesmen call, and for additional vehicles that could be owned by your family later on.

Always try to obtain at least 3 fully itemised price quotes from different firms, when your are seeking out a specialist contractor to lay your block paving driveway or patio in Ross-on-Wye. You can ask for advice and recommendations from neighbours or friends, if any of them have recently had a block pave drive installed.

Any Ross-on-Wye block paving installer worth their salt will be willing to provide you with a completely free and comprehensive quote for the whole project. Any people who simply turn up at your door stating they "just happen to be working locally on another job", should be avoided at all costs. Although they might be genuine, there are far too many horror stories about property owners getting poor work, or being left out of pocket when the promised drive is not successfully completed.

Provisioned for any quotation would be items like:

  • Preparation of the area to be paved
  • Sub-base installation
  • Water run-off and drainage allowances
  • Colour, design and amount of block pavers
  • Waste disposal arrangements
  • Other considerations

GROUNDWORK PREPARATION

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If you've got a pre-existing driveway, this material will have to be removed and disposed of in the proper fashion. It could be necessary to undertake additional excavations to make sure building regulations covering the DPC (damp proof course) of your home are complied with. Two courses of bricks or 6 inches below the existing DPC, is the regulation for new driveways in Ross-on-Wye.

Ross-on-Wye block paved driveways that are being installed onto bare earth or grass, will need approximately 9" (230mm) of soil to be excavated and removed from the site. This will allow for the installation of a good sub-base and sharp sand layer, before any block pavers are put down.

INSTALLATION OF THE SUB-BASE

The sub-base is composed of a layer of MOT Type 1 crushed stones and gravel covered with sharp sand. A sturdy sub-base ensures that the driveway doesn't move or develop low lying spots and dips where pools can form. The MOT Type 1 is a crushed aggregate, usually made from granite or limestone which is firmly packed down to create a strong, firm and durable surface for your patio, path or drive in Ross-on-Wye.

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During this stage of the installation any potential issues with drainage will be sorted out. To allow excess water to drain away easily, a fall or incline, will be inserted, if this isn't already present in the natural lay of the land. This water will either be redirected as far from your property as possible, or into purpose built drainage channels, inserted between the drive and your home.

The final surface on which the block pavers are laid is created by shovelling sharp sand onto the packed down type 1 sub-base.

DRAINAGE AND WATER RUN-OFF REQUIREMENTS

Surface water has to be run off to a suitable permeable area on any driveways over 5 sq mtr in Ross-on-Wye. Planning permission from your local council will be needed, if this stipulation cannot be complied with. Any surface water run-off from your driveway isn't allowed to be diverted into the drainage system in order to avoid local flooding.

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To make sure your new drive abides by the legal guidelines, a professional Ross-on-Wye block paving installer will check your drainage requirements as an integral part of the drive installation process and take any measures that are necessary. They may have to install a permeable driveway, excavate a dedicated soakaway or add integrated drainage channels, so as to accomplish this.

If your property is within a declared conservation area, further drainage and design factors may have to be evaluated. To get guidance and advice through this process, you must seek the help of a reputable block paving installer in Ross-on-Wye.

QUANTITY, STYLE AND COLOUR OF PAVERS

To suit any design and layout of drive you require, pavers come in a wide range of colours, sizes and shapes. From standard straight edged, square or oblong pavers, to s-shape, curved, circular and diamond, you will find a style for you. Block paving colours can be matched to suit your property's brickwork, or be in total contrast to create an eye-catching feature.

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Older properties in Ross-on-Wye may be more suited to the traditional style of block pavers, often known as tumbled pavers, which produce a more seamless and sympathetic result. These have been pre-faded during manufacture to give the look of being old and time-worn. There are also contemporary block pavers for that more modern feel, which when properly sealed, provide a high-gloss finish.

Your new driveway in Ross-on-Wye could be designed as a straightforward rectangular or square shape, or it could weave its way around other hard landscaping features of your garden. To realise various effects, the laying of block paving can be done in many patterns; Stretcher Bond, Basketweave and Herringbone, being the most commonplace. A reputable block paving specialist in Ross-on-Wye will be able to build a quality drive that looks wonderful, whatever pattern and design you go for.

You should also consider installing some edging. To find out the advantages of raised kerb stones, contrasting colours and shapes, or if your drive butts up against walls, whether it actually needs to be edged at all, you can talk to your block paving installer.

THE DISPOSAL OF WASTE

When you are given a estimate for the installation of block paving, the fees for the removal of waste materials and its correct manner of disposal should all be included. The volume of waste materials and earth that must be carted away will be determined by the scale of your new drive. If it can't be utilised on other parts of your garden, any excavated topsoil will have to be transported away by truck or in a skip. Any soil and other excavated waste must be removed to a registered site, in a responsible and ecological fashion.

OTHER THINGS TO CONSIDER

Most block paving installers in Ross-on-Wye will urge you to apply a seal to your new driveway after it has been installed, although this isn't by any means essential. Sealing a block paved driveway will help keep your drive from staining, inhibits the growth of algae and weed, stops fading and lengthens the life of your drive. If you wish to protect the investment of time and money you've made in your new block paving driveway, sealing it is a good way to do it.

As the sand and jointing needs to properly settle over time, sealants should not be put on a freshly installed block paving driveway. It's recommended to wait no less than 6 mths before coating a new drive with sealer, and it's advisable to use a professional for the application as mistakes are hard to resolve.

CONCLUSION

You can truly transform the appearance of your property in Ross-on-Wye, with a new block paving driveway or patio. It can create a splendid area where you can relax and enjoy a durable barbeque and seating area in your back garden, or provide a hard wearing and stable area for parking your car.

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Block paving work can be carried out in Ross-on-Wye and also in: Greytree, St Owens Cross, Hildersley, Ashfield, Walford, Rudhall, Bridstow, Goodrich, Hentland, Peterstow, Hoarwithy, Weston under Penyard, Llangarron, Upton Bishop, and in these postcodes HR9 5RL, HR9 5LB, HR9 5PD, HR9 5NP, HR9 5DB, HR9 6WZ, HR9 5AZ, HR9 5BX, HR9 5AG, and HR9 5YU. Local Ross-on-Wye block paving specialists will probably have the dialling code 01989 and the postcode HR9. Establishing this should guarantee that you access locally based providers of block paving. Ross-on-Wye property owners can utilise these and many other related services. Click on the "Quote" banner to get quotations for block paving.

Block Paving Sealing Ross-on-Wye

Our splendid British weather can be really tough on block paving, wearing it down over the months and years. It can soon start to look well past its best. For block paving that lasts a long time and looks its best, consider sealing it - a worthwhile investment!

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Just as a raincoat shelters you from the rain and snow, sealing forms a protective layer over your patio or driveway in Ross-on-Wye. Water can't soak in and cause damage thanks to this protective layer. Winter ice can crack the blocks, but filling the gaps between them helps stop this and prevent weeds sprouting up. This can also result in your paving colours looking more vibrant and richer.

It isn't that complicated a process to get your paving sealed. The first job a professional company will undertake is giving your block paving an intensive clean to eliminate any grime or dirt. Following this, they'll apply a special sealant that permeates the pavers. For optimum protection, the sealant typically requires two coats. When dry, your block paving area will sparkle and be protected from the weather for many years to come. (Block Paving Sealing Ross-on-Wye)

Block Paving Repair

An essential aspect of preserving the longevity and visual appeal of your paved surfaces in Ross-on-Wye lies in block paving repair. With time, block paving may experience issues like sunken blocks, cracks or loose joints. It is crucial to swiftly address these problems to prevent further damage and ensure an attractive and safe surface. Repairs may encompass activities such as filling gaps with fresh jointing sand, removing and replacing damaged blocks or realigning misaligned blocks. By ensuring sound assessment and effective restoration, seeking specialist assistance for repairs to block paving contributes to extending the life of your paved area.

In summary, preserving the functionality and safety of paved surfaces makes block paving repair more than just a matter of aesthetics. Timely attention and professional assistance aid in extending the life of block paving, enabling property owners in Ross-on-Wye to relish a hard-wearing, safe, and attractive surface for years to come. (22817 - Block Paving Repair Ross-on-Wye)

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Ross-on-Wye providers will be happy to provide a complete list of paving services when asked. If you have block paving requirements in Ross-on-Wye, that you don't see here, you can go HERE and submit our quote form.

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