Driveway paving installation Bellville

Driveways need pavers rated for vehicle loads. Interlocking concrete pavers of 60 mm or more are the most popular choice because they are strong, affordable and easy to repair. Clay pavers are durable and hold their colour well, while cobbles and larger format pavers give a premium look. Thin patio pavers are not suitable for driveways.

A domestic driveway typically needs 100 to 150 mm of compacted crusher-run or G5 sub-base over compacted ground, then 20 to 30 mm of bedding sand under the pavers. The base is what carries the weight of your cars, so it should be compacted in layers and finished with a fall so water runs off.

Sometimes, if the surface is sound, level and there is enough height at doorways and garage thresholds. Cracked or uneven concrete should be broken out. Paving over an existing slab also needs careful drainage planning because water cannot soak through it.

A typical single or double driveway takes three to five days, including excavation, base preparation, laying, cutting and compacting. Larger or sloped driveways and jobs that need drainage channels or retaining edges take longer.

Driveway paving is priced per square metre and depends on the paver type, the depth of excavation and base needed, edging and drainage. Concrete interlocking pavers are the most affordable, with clay and cobble options costing more. A site visit is usually needed for an accurate quote.