Block Paving Walton-on-the-Naze

Walton-on-the-Naze Block Paving & Driveway Services

Block Paving Walton-on-the-Naze Essex (CO14): If you're hoping to add patio, path or driveway to the garden of your house in Walton-on-the-Naze, block paving is an appealing way to achieve this. The main use of block paving in both commercial and residential settings is for building a durable and hard wearing parking spot for cars.

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Off-road parking is a highly desirable feature for any Walton-on-the-Naze property, and a professional installation of a block paved drive will increase the value of your house. Money invested in properly laid block paving now will pay dividends in the future should you ever decide to sell your house.

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When designing and planning your new block paving driveway in Walton-on-the-Naze it's important to think carefully when you're looking at just how big you should build it. Obviously, you might be limited by the dimensions of the garden area that you've got to build it on, but it is better to organise your drive to be able to safely park and move your car. It's also a wise idea, if possible, to think of building a drive that has room for more than one car. This will give you the extra space required when people visit your property, and for further cars that might be purchased by your household in the future.

When on the lookout for a reliable contractor to lay your new block paving in Walton-on-the-Naze, always obtain at least 3 fully itemised price quotes from different paving companies. If any friends or neighbours have had a block paved driveway put in recently, you could also ask them if there's anyone they can recommend.

A respectable local company ought to provide a free and in depth quote for the whole project. It's not worth the risk of using chancers who just show up at your front door with statements like "we are working locally on another project, do you need..?" There are any number of horrific stories of householders having substandard work, or being left out of pocket when a drive isn't properly finished, by these sorts of scumbags.

Things that you can expect to see specified on any acceptable quote may be:

  • Preparation groundwork (excavations)
  • Sub-base installation
  • Drainage and water run-off allowances
  • Design, colour and amount of block pavers
  • Waste disposal
  • Other considerations

GROUNDWORK PREPARATION

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If your new block pave drive is is going to replace a pre-existing drive, it will be necessary to lift, remove and recycle the old materials. It might be necessary to do more excavations to make certain that building regulations pertaining to your property's DPC (damp proof course) are upheld. The guidelines demand that new driveway installations 2 brick courses below the current damp proof course of your structure.

Walton-on-the-Naze block paved driveways being installed over grass or bare earth, will need about 9" (230mm) of soil to be excavated and removed from the site. This allows for a decent sub-base and sharp sand layer to be established before the block paving is installed.

SUB-BASE INSTALLATION

The sub-base consists of a layer of MOT Type 1 crushed stones and gravel covered with sharp sand. To ensure that your new drive doesn't shift or develop low lying spots and dips where pools can form, a solid sub-base is essential. Generally made from granite or limestone which is firmly packed down to create a strong, firm and durable surface for your patio area, footpath or drive in Walton-on-the-Naze, Type 1 is a form of crushed aggregate.

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This is the time where any potential issues with drainage will be addressed and allowed for. If this is not already inherent in the natural lay of the land, a fall or slope will be developed, to enable the water to flow away. This water can either be directed as far away from your property as possible, or into drainage channels, inserted in between your home and the driveway.

Sharp sand is added above the compacted sub-base aggregate and levelled out to form a base for the paving blocks to be set into.

DRAINAGE AND WATER RUN-OFF REQUIREMENTS

Excess surface water has to be drained away to a suitable permeable area on any driveway over 5m2 in Walton-on-the-Naze. If this can't be adhered to you'll have to get planning permission from the local authorities to install your drive. Any water run-off from your driveway can't be redirected into the main drainage system in order to avoid localised flooding.

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To keep your new driveway within the law, a professional Walton-on-the-Naze block paving installation specialist will check your drainage requirements as part of the driveway installation process and take any measures that are necessary. In order to do this they may need to add integrated drainage channels, excavate a dedicated soakaway area or install a SUDS compliant permeable driveway .

If your property is inside a declared conservation area, further design and drainage aspects might have to be looked at. With their knowhow and experience, a decent installation company will be able to successfully shepherd you through this tricky process, and bring it to a satisfactory conclusion.

QUANTITY, COLOUR AND STYLE OF PAVERS

There are a range of different shapes, sizes and colours of block paving, and regardless of what design and layout of driveway you want, you should easily be able to find something that suits. From the commonplace and ubiquitous, straight sided, oblong or square blocks, to the more decorative, s-shape, diamond, circular and curved patterns, there will surely be a style which matches your needs perfectly. You can create an attractive feature with a completely different colour, or select one which pretty much matches and complements the brickwork of your house.

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To create a more sympathetic and seamless entrance for older homes in Walton-on-the-Naze, you might favour purchasing the traditional style block pavers, better known as tumbled pavers. These are pre-faded during manufacture and have a character and rustic feel to their appearance. There are also contemporary block pavers for a more modern feel, which when given a coat of a suitable sealer, give a high-gloss finish.

The layout of your drive might be a simple oblong or square shape, or perhaps you have hard landscaping features that it will have to snake around. Block paving can be laid in many patterns for different effects; Herringbone, Basketweave and Stretcher Bond are the 3 most common designs. An experienced block paving installer in Walton-on-the-Naze will be able to provide a quality driveway that looks fantastic, whatever pattern and design you go for.

A block paving edging should also be something to consider. Your preferred installer will be delighted to chat about the benefits of of raised edging, different shapes or colours, or if your driveway even needs an edging (as when flanked by walls).

WASTE DISPOSAL

Any block paving installation quote must always include an allowance for the removal of waste materials and its correct disposal. Clearly, the amount of waste materials and soil that must be disposed of will hinge on the dimensions of your new drive and if a pre-existing drive is involved. Any excess earth will need to be carried away by truck if it cannot be utilised in other parts of your garden. Soil and other related materials that have been excavated throughout the installation must be disposed of in a sound, responsible fashion at a registered site.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

Most block paving contractors in Walton-on-the-Naze will urge you to seal your new driveway after installation, although this isn't essential. Sealing can lengthen the lifespan of your block paved driveway, it also prevents fading, inhibits the growth of weeds, keeps it from staining and brings out the true colour. The applying of a quality paving seal is an excellent way to secure the considerable investment that you've made in your brand new drive.

Since the sand and jointing needs to settle properly for a while, sealants should not be put on to a recently installed block paving driveway. The advised waiting time for coating a new driveway with sealant is 6 months, and it is always best to use a specialist for this sort of work as it is hard to put right any mistakes with this process.

CONCLUSION

A block paving drive or patio can truly transform the look of your house in Walton-on-the-Naze. It can provide you with a stable and hard wearing area for safely parking your vehicle, or create a splendid area where you can enjoy a sturdy seating and barbeque area in your garden.

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Block paving work can be carried out in Walton-on-the-Naze and also in nearby places like: Beaumont, Stones Green, Thorpe-le-Soken, Great Holland, Weeley Heath, Kirby Cross, Tendring, Kirby le Soken, Weeley, Thorpe Green, Goose Green, as well as in these postcodes CO14 8JU, CO14 8PE, CO14 8QP, CO14 8HA, CO14 8RG, CO14 8LA, CO14 8LR, CO14 8RH, CO14 8BH, and CO14 8DU. Local Walton-on-the-Naze block paving specialists will probably have the postcode CO14 and the dialling code 01255. Checking this can confirm you access local providers of block paving. Walton-on-the-Naze homeowners can utilise these and countless other paving related services.

Block Paving Repair

In Walton-on-the-Naze, block paving repair assumes an important aspect in preserving the longevity and aesthetic appearance of your paved surfaces. Sunken blocks, cracks or loose joints are potential problems that can emerge in block paving over a period of time. The crucial step in preventing further damage and achieving a safe and appealing surface is to swiftly address these issues. Repairs might entail various tasks, such as removing and replacing damaged blocks, realigning misaligned blocks or filling gaps with fresh jointing sand. Professional assistance for repairing block paving ensures sound assessment and effective restoration, which, in turn, helps to extend the life of your paved area.

To conclude, the repair of block paving is about more than just aesthetics; it is crucial for safeguarding the functionality and safety of paved surfaces. The life of block paving can be extended, allowing householders to enjoy a hard-wearing, safe, and attractive surface for years to come, through prompt attention and professional assistance. (96417)

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