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Block paving case study, Tilehurst
Here are some lovely pictures from one of our most recent domestic jobs. Paul Bampton, owner of Sansome and George Estate Agents in Reading, asked us to block pave his driveway and patio. After discussing the look he wanted, as well as the functionality of the space, we suggested three different sizes of Tegula blocks … Read more
Why use different designs of block paving
Different types of block paving Block paving is a great way to make any surfacing job look fantastic. But did you know that block paving isn’t chosen for the way it looks? In fact, the type and design of blocks you choose for any home improvement project should be based on functionality. Here’s a quick … Read more
Sealants and sealing for driveways and paths
With wetter, colder weather on the way (sorry!), I thought it would be useful to blog about how and why you should seal your driveway. The why is the easy bit: if you don’t seal your driveway surface properly, water can enter small cracks and holes in the material. Then, when it freezes, the water … Read more
Top tips for Autumn driveways, patios, paths
Top tips for keeping driveways, patios, paths tidy in Autumn It’s getting chilly and Summer is definitely on its way out. With Autumn comes falling leaves, damp conditions and less sunlight: all things likely to make your patio, pathway and drive look a bit tatty. Take some time to tidy up and look after your … Read more
Will widening my drive add value to my home? and other FAQs
We get asked a number of questions on a regular basis whilst we’re out doing domestic groundworks and surfacing jobs. What better place to round up some of the more popular ones than on the blog? If you have a question I haven’t answered, please leave a comment (or let me know via Twitter) and … Read more
How can I stop my shingle drive ending up in the road?
A friend of mine was complaining recently that she seems to spend every other day sweeping bits of gravel off the road outside her house and back onto her drive where it belongs. Unfortunately, we didn’t lay her driveway, otherwise we would have recommended a few things to stop this happening (and prevent her from … Read more
Groundworks and surfacing: am I getting the quality of work I’m paying for?
How can you be sure you’re getting quality groundworks and surfacing work done at your home? Rogue traders are a problem in the construction industry and sadly my niche – groundworks and surfacing – is no different. I’m sure you’ve all heard of someone who’s been visited out of the blue only to be told … Read more
Putting a tennis court in your garden
Anyone for tennis? Whilst Andy Murray is sweating it out on Wimbledon’s Centre Court against Jarkko Nieminen, we thought it would be a good idea to blog about tennis – specifically, how you can have a tennis court in your own garden. If you or your family like playing tennis, there’s no better treat than … Read more
FAQs for domestic surfacing and groundworks
There are a few questions which we get asked every week when we’re out doing domestic jobs like dropping kerbs, surfacing pathways, creating extra space for cars and laying patios. So I thought I’d gather them together in a blog post. If you’ve got a questions that’s not answered here, why not leave a comment … Read more
