3 The Mill, Stuart Works, Stourbridge DY8 4FAbuilt2lastdriveway@icloud.com 24/7 Enquiries · Free Quote Within 24 Hrs HomeAbout Services Areas Our WorkContactCall today07861 937256Get Free Quote HomeServicesBlock Paving Stourbridge · West Midlands · Family-run # Block Paving DrivewaysLaid To Stay Level.Birmingham, Stourbridge & The West Midlands. A traditional block paved driveway that keeps its lines for decades — full engineered sub-base, kiln-dried jointing, and a 10-year workmanship guarantee from a family-run crew. Get My Free Quote Call 07861 937256 10-year workmanship guarantee Free quote within 24 hours In-house crew · no sub-contracting Recent block paving projects 15+ Years installing 5 Generations of trade 10 yr Workmanship guarantee 24 hr Free quote turnaround 6 In-house crew, no subs Overview ## About OurBlock Paving Service. What it is Block paving is a system of pre-cast concrete or clay blocks laid over a compacted engineered sub-base, bedded in sharp sand, and locked in place with kiln-dried jointing sand. Done properly, it distributes vehicle load across the whole surface — no sunken tyre tracks, no rocking blocks, no failed edges. Who it's for It's the right pick for homeowners across Birmingham, Stourbridge and the wider West Midlands who want a traditional or contemporary look, easy individual-block repair if a utility ever has to dig, and a proven surface with a 40-year track record on UK driveways. When you need it Choose block paving when you're replacing a crumbling concrete or asphalt drive, extending an existing parking area, or specifying a new-build finish where a warm, patterned look is wanted rather than a flat modern surface. Why professional matters Block paving fails when the sub-base fails. Skip the depth, skip the compaction or skip the edge restraints and you'll see sunken wheel tracks, weed-filled joints and rocking blocks inside two winters. Full engineered ground works is the only way we install. What happens when it's done wrong ## The Failures WeGet Called To Fix. Cutting corners on block paving shows up fast. Here's what to avoid — and what we build into every install instead. ### Sunken tyre tracks Under-specified sub-base compresses under vehicle weight. Within 12 months you can see the outline of every car that's parked on it. ### Weed-filled joints Skipping proper kiln-dried jointing sand — and skipping the top-up 6–12 months later — leaves open joints for weeds and ants. ### Edge blowout No proper edge restraint (haunched concrete kerb) and the perimeter blocks tip outward, unravelling the whole edge of the drive. ### Efflorescence & fading Wrong mortar mix in the haunching leaches lime up through the blocks, leaving white bloom that never quite washes off. Our process ## How We InstallYour Block Paving. 01 ### Free survey & written quote We measure, discuss block choice (colour, size, laying pattern) and quote within 24 hours. 02 ### Full excavation & sub-base Excavate to depth (typically 200–250mm for driveways), lay MOT type-1 sub-base in layers, whacker-plate to full compaction. 03 ### Concrete-haunched edging Edge blocks or kerbs set in concrete and haunched behind — the single most important step for a driveway that doesn't unravel. 04 ### Sharp-sand bed & laying 50mm screeded sharp-sand bed, blocks laid to your chosen pattern (herringbone at 45° for driveways), cuts made on a wet saw for clean edges. 05 ### Compact, joint & handover Whacker-plate over the laid surface, kiln-dried jointing sand brushed in, walk-around and 10-year workmanship guarantee. Benefits ## Why It's WorthDoing It Right. ### Repairable in individual blocks If a utility ever has to dig, blocks lift and re-lay without a patchwork scar. ### Load-distributing surface Interlocking pattern spreads vehicle weight — no sunken tracks. ### Wide design range Herringbone, stretcher, basketweave; charcoal, brindle, red, mixed blends — one system, many looks. ### Traditional or contemporary From classic 200×100 rectangular blocks to modern large-format setts. ### 40-year proven system The UK's most-installed driveway surface for good reason — it works. ### 10-year workmanship guarantee Full engineered install, backed in writing. Deep detail ## Everything We Install& How We Install It. ### Materials we use We install blocks from Marshalls, Brett, Bradstone and Tobermore ranges — Drivesys, Argent, Tegula, Woburn and mixed-format setts depending on the property style. Sub-base is MOT type-1 to Highways Agency spec. Bedding is washed sharp sand. Edging is either matching-block concrete-haunched or dedicated kerb. Jointing is kiln-dried silica sand. ### Our methods Excavation depth 200mm minimum for driveways, 150mm for patios and pathways. Sub-base laid in 100mm compacted layers with a heavy plate compactor. Edge restraints set first — every time. Bedding sand screeded to 50mm loose depth. Blocks laid on the bed dry, cut on a wet saw for clean detail, and compacted with a rubber-mat plate. Kiln-dried sand brushed and re-brushed 6 months later. ### Where it applies Block paving is the right call where a warm, patterned, repairable surface is wanted, where the driveway shape has awkward angles that would waste a lot of large-format material, and where the family may want to lift and extend the drive later. It's the wrong call over ground that hasn't been properly excavated and compacted — no cosmetic top layer fixes a bad base. ### Residential vs commercial Residential driveways dominate our block paving workload. We also install for small commercial forecourts, retirement developments and mixed-use car parks where individual-block repairability keeps ongoing maintenance costs down. ### Variations of this service Standard drivewaysClassic 200×100mm block driveways in herringbone or stretcher, in a single colour or brindle blend. Tumbled / aged blocksTegula and Drivesys ranges give a weathered, cottage-style look that suits period properties. Large-format settsModern square and rectangular setts for a contemporary look — often paired with a resin bound centre panel. Patios & pathwaysSame system laid at shallower depth for foot-traffic-only areas — patios, side access strips, garden paths. 10-year workmanship guarantee Every block paving install is fully insured and backed for 10 years in writing. In-house crew, no sub-contracting, staged payments available. FAQ ## Block PavingQuestions Answered. Still not sure? Call Jayden on 07861 937256 — happy to help. How much does a block paved driveway cost in Birmingham?Every driveway is quoted individually — size, block range, ground conditions and any drainage all move the number. We give you a free itemised written quote within 24 hours. How long will a block paved driveway last? How long does installation take? Do I need planning permission? How do I stop weeds in the joints? Can you match my existing block paving? What's the best pattern for a driveway? Do you install across the West Midlands? Related services ## You Might AlsoNeed These. ### Resin Bound Driveways A resin bound driveway is a hand-trowelled surface made from washed, kiln-dried natural aggregate blended on-site with a two-part clear resin. It's laid over a properly prepared base — usually new tarmac or existing sound tarmac — to create a smooth, UV-stable and fully permeable driveway or patio finish. Learn more ### Tarmac Driveways, Patios & Pathways Tarmac (bitmac / asphalt) is a hot-mix bitumen-bound surface laid and machine-rolled onto a compacted engineered sub-base. It's the surface that highways and airport aprons are built from — for good reason. Laid properly, it's dense, smooth, watertight and load-bearing. Learn more ### Porcelain Driveways, Patios & Pathways Porcelain paving is a high-density vitrified tile designed for outdoor use — near-zero water absorption, frost-proof, stain-resistant and dimensionally accurate. It's laid on a full mortar bed with a priming slurry to bond the tile to the mortar, giving a flat, stable, long-life patio, driveway or path. Learn more Areas we cover Stourbridge · Halesowen · Kingswinford · Brierley Hill · Dudley · Hagley · Kinver · Kidderminster · Birmingham · Wolverhampton · Walsall · Bromsgrove · Droitwich View all areas Get your free quote ## Ready For Block PavingDone Right First Time? Free site visit — usually within 24 hours. Detailed written quote. No pressure, no sales patter. Call today 07861 937256 Backed by 10-year workmanship guarantee · Fully insured Family-run driveway and paving specialists based in Stourbridge. A six-strong in-house team, VUBA resin specialists, and a 10-year workmanship guarantee on every install. 07861 937256built2lastdriveway@icloud.com3 The Mill, Stuart Works, High Street,Stourbridge, England, DY8 4FA 24/7 enquiries · Site work Mon–Sat ## Follow us Facebook ## Services - Resin Bound Driveways - Porcelain Paving - Block Paving - Tarmac - Gravel Driveways - Fencing - Slabbing - Artificial Grass - Sleeper Walls ## Areas we cover - Stourbridge - Halesowen - Kingswinford - Brierley Hill - Dudley - Hagley - Kinver - Kidderminster - Birmingham - Wolverhampton - Walsall - Bromsgrove - Droitwich - West Midlands ## Guarantees - 10-year workmanship guarantee - Fully insured - Staged payment plans - No sub-contracting © 2026 Built 2 Last Driveways. All rights reserved. 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