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Frequently Asked Driveway Coventry Questions

  • Why Choose Driveways Coventry?

    We have years of experience in groundwork projects - we know what we're doing!

    We offer a FREE survey and consultation to discuss the best options for your budget and requirements – what have you got to lose?

    • Expert knowledge of ALL driveway types and materials - we'll help you choose what's right for you.
    • Conscientiousness, dedicated driveway team, focusing on quality and getting the job done on schedule but never compromising on quality and 
    • Open, honest communication - you won't be left in the dark
    • Responsible removal and disposal of waste materials - we leave your premises in pristine condition and you have peace of mind
    • Other groundwork skills also include the installation of artificial grass, composite fencing and driveway gates and patios- so we can seamlessly provide a total, low-maintenance, transformation of your front garden without the hassle of managing multiple contractors and multiple payments.
  • What's the best driveway material?

    This continues and will always continue to be a contentious subject. Early versions of resin driveways using the bonded technique have lead to owners of this type of driveway wishing they never chose this in the first instance. However, using modern materials and choosing a resin-bound option will give you a modern low maintenance driveway. Block paving and tarmac continue to be good options as does Indian stone. Budget will play a large part in what driveway type is best for you and also what vehicles and activities will be carried out on your driveway too.

  • Do new driveways need to be permeable?

    The short answer is no. However, if you choose a non-permeable option then you should expect to have a soak-away drain fitted too. There are some councils that require permission to be obtained to install a non-permeable driveway as the concern if that more water will be sent to the local drain system adding to the strain and increasing the potential for flooding. As a permeable surface permits water to soak through at the source, water will end up in the ground beneath your driveway, not the sewage system.

    Block paving can be either, as can resin so please let us know if you have a preference.

  • Which driveways are low maintenance?

    Most driveways will require little maintenance if they are looked after properly and sealed as advised. If left unattended for years then jet washing and / or spraying with a pathway cleaner can remove and delay new moss or weeds forming. New tarmac, patterned concrete and resin bound surfaces require the least maintenance in their early years.

  • Can new patio slabs be laid on top of an existing grass or gravel bed?

    They can but that's not how we'd do it. We would dig down and then install a suitable aggregate base which is stamped down before applying a sand base. Additional use of a weed membrane will restart the grown of weeds and a flat proper base will minimise movement and crack forming at joints where weeds can grow.

  • What block paving designs can Driveways Coventry do?

    To be honest, we are only limited by your imagination. We have some more common block paving designs shown on our block paving page but essentially anything is possible provided the brick sizes are compatible.

  • What is the most expensive driveway?

    Resin Driveways are generally the most expensive but if you search hard enough you can find certain stones which will end up being more expensive but generally speaking a resin bound drive will cost the most.

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