Our Advice To You

It's All About The Base.......

When looking at a new driveway, patio, dropped kerb or pathway, most people naturally focus on the finished surface. Whether it's block paving, resin bound, sandstone or tarmac, the part you can see is often what attracts the most attention.

However, the most important part of any installation is actually the part you can't see – the foundation beneath it.

A driveway, patio or dropped kerb is only ever as good as the base it is built upon. Take a look at the photos in this section, circled in pink, of a three year old patio where the original installer did not lay a correct base. Then take a look at the pictures of what we completed in three days.

Why Is The Base So Important?

The purpose of the base is to provide strength, stability and drainage. A correctly installed foundation helps prevent:

✓ Sinking and settlement

✓ Cracks appearing in the surface

✓ Loose paving blocks

✓ Standing water and drainage problems

✓ Uneven surfaces and trip hazards

✓ Premature failure of the installation

Unfortunately, some contractors cut corners by reducing excavation depths or using insufficient sub-base materials. While this can reduce their costs, it often leads to expensive problems for the homeowner further down the line.

A Quality Installation Starts From The Ground Up

We believe the preparation stage is the most important part of any project.

Before any surface is installed, we ensure the correct excavation depth, suitable sub-base materials and proper compaction methods are used. This creates a solid foundation designed to withstand years of use and the UK's changing weather conditions.

Whether we are installing:

• A dropped kerb

• A block paved driveway

• A resin bound driveway

• A sandstone patio

• A pathway or access route

The same principles apply – the groundwork must be right before anything else begins.

Long-Term Value Rather Than Short-Term Savings

A cheaper quotation may seem attractive initially, but if the base has been compromised, the installation may begin to fail long before it should.

Investing in proper groundwork from the start can save thousands of pounds in repairs and replacement costs in the future.

Our Guarantee

Because we have confidence in the quality of our preparation and installation methods, we proudly offer:

✓ 10-Year Guarantee on Resin Bound Installations

✓ 5-Year Guarantee on Block Paving Installations

We stand behind our work because we believe in doing the job properly the first time.

If you're considering a new driveway, patio or dropped kerb, we're always happy to provide honest advice and explain exactly how your installation will be constructed before any work begins.