Block Paving Somerset
Dares Surfacing block paving ensures a stylish and robust driveway for your home in Somerset
Block paving is an excellent choice for renovating parking areas, driveways, and rear garden patios. It can be installed to create winding pathways and steps, along with edging for both front and rear gardens. Fitted by our experienced Somerset team, Dares Surfacing only offers the highest quality block paving in Somerset. Our aim is to make your vision a reality.
Over the past few decades block paving in Somerset has become increasingly popular. Developments in the production process of the blocks have brought the cost of block paving down to a reasonable level for domestic use. This enables the accessibility of block paving to be greatly increased amongst regular households, rather than specialists building sites.
There are very few limits to where block paving can be used and it is a great alternative to more common concrete or tarmacadam surfaces. With so many block styles and colours available; unique and custom designs are very much achievable. For further information and questions about specific styles you seek, contact our Somerset based team for aid.
Our Services for Block Paving Driveways Across Somerset
At Dares Surfacing, we offer services for block paving in Somerset tailored to your specific needs:
Driveways
Transform your driveway with a durable and visually appealing block paving driveway solution. Our team ensures precise installation for a smooth and even surface. We use high-quality materials that withstand heavy traffic and adverse weather conditions, providing a long-lasting and low-maintenance driveway that enhances your property’s curb appeal.
Patios
Create a stunning outdoor living space with our expertly designed and installed block paving patios, perfect for entertaining or relaxing. With a variety of styles, colours, and patterns to choose from, we can craft a bespoke patio that reflects your taste and complements your home. Our patios are built to be both beautiful and functional, offering a comfortable and stylish area for your outdoor activities.
Pathways
Enhance the functionality and beauty of your garden or property with well-laid block paving pathways. Our pathways are designed to blend seamlessly with your existing landscape while providing a durable and easy-to-maintain solution. Whether you need a winding garden path or a practical walkway, our team ensures a professional finish that stands the test of time.
Commercial Projects
We have extensive experience in delivering high-quality block paving solutions for commercial properties throughout Somerset. Our services are tailored to meet the demands of various commercial environments, ensuring durability and a professional appearance.
Notable commercial projects include work at Ladram Bay Holiday Park, Costa Coffee in Plymouth, and Woodlands Hotel in Sidmouth. Our block paving solutions for commercial spaces are designed to handle heavy use and provide a safe, attractive, and functional surface for your business.
Our Process for Installing Block Paving Throughout Somerset
Here is our installation process for block paving in Somerset:
Consultation and Design
We begin our block paving services with an initial consultation to thoroughly understand your needs, preferences, and budget constraints. This discussion allows us to tailor our approach and ensure that the final design aligns perfectly with your property’s style and landscape. Our team collaborates closely with you to create bespoke block paving driveway designs that enhance both the aesthetic appeal and functionality of your outdoor spaces.
Site Preparation
Once the consultation and design phases are completed, we proceed with meticulous site preparation. This includes thorough groundwork such as excavation, levelling, and compacting to establish a stable foundation for your block paving. We also integrate effective drainage solutions to mitigate water accumulation and preserve the longevity of your paving installation.
Material Selection
When it comes to material selection, we offer a wide array of high-quality blocks available in various styles, colours, and finishes to suit your specific design preferences. For projects prioritising environmental sustainability, we provide eco-friendly material options that align with your green initiatives.
Installation
Our installation process is executed by skilled craftsmen who employ precise laying techniques to ensure a flawless and durable finish. We also incorporate sturdy edge restraints to maintain the integrity of the paving over time, ensuring lasting performance and visual appeal.
Finishing Touches
After the blocks are laid, our experts meticulously fill the joints with high-quality compounds to secure the blocks in place and prevent weed growth. Additionally, we apply sealants to enhance protection against stains, weathering, and wear, prolonging the lifespan of your block paving.
Aftercare and Maintenance
To maintain the pristine appearance and functionality of your block paving, we offer professional cleaning services and ongoing maintenance. Our dedicated team is also available to provide prompt repairs for any damage or wear that may occur over time, ensuring that your investment continues to enhance your property for years to come.
Why Choose Dares Surfacing for Block Paving Somerset?
Choosing the right company for your block paving Somerset project is crucial to ensuring a high-quality, durable, and aesthetically pleasing result. Here’s why we are the best choice for block paving services across Somerset:
Over 30 Years of Experience
With three decades of experience in the industry, we have honed our skills and perfected our techniques to deliver outstanding results every time.
Expertise and Craftsmanship
Our team of highly skilled professionals is dedicated to providing meticulous craftsmanship, ensuring your project is executed to the highest standards.
Premium Materials
We use only the best materials available, ensuring that your block paving is not only beautiful but also long-lasting and resilient against wear and weather.
Customised Solutions
We offer bespoke design services tailored to your specific needs and preferences, ensuring that your block paving complements your property perfectly.
Superior Customer Service
At Dares Surfacing, customer satisfaction is our top priority. We work closely with you throughout the project to ensure the final result meets your expectations.
Block Paving Cost Somerset
We offer competitive pricing without compromising on quality. Our cost-effective solutions provide excellent value for your investment.
FAQ’s
Efflorescence is a technical term for a whitish bloom that appears sometimes on block paving. It’s a reaction between the concrete in the paving and moisture (rain, surface water etc). Our block paving Somerset is of the highest standard and we ensure that this type of natural occurrence will not harm the block paving.
Weathering, spraying with a hosepipe, and daily traffic can all help to eradicate efflorescence, but it can take weeks or even months to remove completely. Rest assured, utilising our block paving Somerset will provide you with not only a high-quality finish, but further advice on how to take care of your newly laid block paving.
There are acid-based products on the market to help shift efflorescence, but we wouldn’t recommend them. They might react with the colour pigments in your block paving, and once applied and worn off, the efflorescence might come back, making it all a waste of money and time. Generally, our advice as experts in blocking paving Somerset is to get a stiff brush, a bucket of water and quicken to process with regular surface cleaning.
An oil spill on your new block paving Somerset can be detrimental to the appearance and sometimes the functionality.
The first thing to do is act quickly and soak up as much of the spillage as you can. Use a towel, cat litter, talc or cornflour to absorb the excess and then get to it with ordinary detergent and a stiff brush. If it’s clean oil, it will soak away over time. Dirty oil is more problematic for your block paving Somerset. Try degreasing agents or engine cleaning products but always test them somewhere inconspicuous before you splash on the stained area.
For further advice, feel free to contact our block paving Somerset team.
After decades of use, it’s possible a section of your block paving might sink a bit, or a heavily used edge might show signs of cracking.
One of the advantages of block paving Somerset is that these kinds of issues can be amended. A specific area of paving blocks can be lifted, the old sand bed replaced and then the original blocks, or new ones, relaid. Done by our block paving Somerset team, this process is simplified, prompt and highly professional to return your block paving back to function and form.
It’s unlikely that the sub-base needs replacing unless there’s been a lot of sinkages (more than 20mm). If a single block is damaged, the same applies. Paving blocks should be snugly laid and can be tough to get out. Our block paving Somerset team uses specific tools for extraction, ensuring that no further damage is caused to the block paving.
In short, most certainly. With our extensive amounts of experience within the industry, our block paving Somerset team have laid multiple forms of decorative gravel, block paving and much more.
Based on your preferences, our block paving Somerset team can show examples of previous work completed and extend on your needs from there.
Block Paving Experts
Block Paving Experts
With so many block paving styles and colours available; unique and custom designs are very much achievable.
Quality Tarmac Surfacing
Quality Tarmac Surfacing
We have many years of experience laying tarmac surfaces and many happy clients in Devon & Somerset.
Resin Bound Surfacing
Resin Bound Surfacing
With Resin bound surfaces the finish is an anti slip, weed proof, porous surface with the performance of concrete or tarmac.
