The surface is the last step. The groundwork decides how long it lasts
Most failed driveways do not fail at the surface. They sink, crack and puddle because the dig was too shallow, the sub-base was skimped, or the water was never given anywhere to go. That is why our quotes itemise the excavation, sub-base and drainage, not just the finish you can see.
On the surface itself we are honest about the trade-offs. Tarmac is the workhorse: economical and easy to repair. Resin bound is the premium finish: smooth, permeable and decorative. Block paving sits between. The right answer depends on the job, and we price the options rather than pushing the dearest one.
Most driveway failures are groundwork failures. The visible surface is the last step: what decides whether a drive lasts is the depth of the dig, the sub-base and where the water goes.
Free no obligation surveyWhat the work covers
Driveways, in detail
Tarmac driveways
Economical, quick to lay and straightforward to repair, on a properly compacted sub-base.
Resin bound surfaces
A smooth, permeable, decorative finish in a range of colours, over a sound base.
Block paving and gravel
Traditional finishes, laid with proper edge restraints so they stay where they were laid.
Excavation and sub-base
Dug to the right depth and compacted in layers, because this is what actually decides lifespan.
Drainage and soakaways
Water managed to comply with front garden permeability rules and to protect the surface.
Kerbs, edgings and steps
The details that finish the job and keep the edges from creeping.
Recent work
Driveways we have completed
How it works
Assess. Quote. Build.
The order matters: we never price work we have not seen with our own eyes.
Free on-site assessment
We visit, inspect and talk through what you actually need. No obligation, no pressure.
Fixed-price quote
A written, itemised quote. The price we agree is the price you pay.
Build and handover
One project lead, a tidy site, and a walkthrough with you at completion.
Questions
Driveways questions, answered straight
Resin or tarmac: which is right for my drive?
Tarmac is the workhorse: economical, quick to lay and easy to repair. Resin bound gives a smooth, permeable decorative finish at a higher price. The sub-base underneath matters more than either surface, and we price both if you are undecided.
Why do driveways sink and crack?
Almost always because the groundwork was wrong: too shallow a dig, a poor sub-base, or nowhere for water to go. That is why our quotes itemise the excavation and sub-base rather than just the surface you can see.
Do I need planning permission for a new driveway?
Not usually, provided the surface is permeable or the water drains to a lawn or border within the property. A new dropped kerb needs council consent, and we handle that conversation as part of the job.
How long does a new driveway take?
Most domestic drives are dug out and surfaced within a week, with curing time on top before you park on it. We confirm the programme in the written quote.
Where we work
Based in Redditch, covering Worcestershire and Warwickshire
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