Driveways and paving in Maidstone with a 5-year guarantee
Driveway and patio installations with ground preparation and drainage planned as part of the work. We dig out and build the base properly, because that is what stops sinking, cracking and puddles.
5-year guarantee on paving work · Free site visit and written quote
City & Guilds
Qualified bricklayer
NVQ Level 2 & 3
In Brickwork
10-yr / 5-yr
Roofing / paving guarantees
Team of 4
Plus trusted trades
24/7
Emergency roofing
Service overview
Driveways & Paving: what you need to know
What it is
We install driveways, patios, paths and paved areas. The work includes excavation, a compacted sub-base, edging, drainage and the paving surface itself, whether block paving, slabs or natural stone.
Who it is for
Homeowners wanting off-road parking or a better-looking frontage, families wanting a usable patio, and commercial clients needing hard-wearing paved areas.
When you need it
When an old driveway is cracked, sunken or holding water, when you need more parking, or when you want to turn an unused garden into usable outdoor space.
Why professional work matters
Paving fails from the ground up. Too little excavation, a thin or poorly compacted sub-base, or no thought for drainage causes sinking, rocking slabs and standing water. The surface is only as good as what is underneath.
The risk of waiting
Why cheap driveways fail
A driveway can look fine on day one and fail within a couple of winters if the base is wrong.
Sinking and rutting
A shallow or poorly compacted base lets the surface sink where cars drive and park.
Standing water
Without proper falls and drainage, water pools on the surface and can run towards the house.
Loose and rocking slabs
Slabs laid on dabs or a thin bed move, crack and become trip hazards.
Weeds and spreading
Missing edge restraints let block paving spread and weeds push through joints.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Choosing a quote without asking about excavation depth and sub-base.
- Ignoring where surface water will go.
- Skipping edge restraints on block paving.
- Paying in full before the work is finished.
Our process
How your driveways & paving job runs
Step 1
Free site visit
We measure up, check levels and drainage, and talk through materials and layout.
Step 2
Written quotation
You get a clear written quote covering excavation, base, drainage and finish.
Step 3
Excavation and sub-base
We dig out to the right depth and lay and compact a proper sub-base.
Step 4
Edging and drainage
Edges are set and falls and drainage are formed so water runs away.
Step 5
Paving and guarantee
The surface is laid, jointed and cleaned, backed by our 5-year paving guarantee.
What you get
Why homeowners choose Speller
5-year guarantee
Paving work is backed by a 5-year guarantee.
Prepared base
A compacted sub-base suited to the intended use helps reduce sinking and rutting.
Drains properly
Falls and drainage are planned so water goes where it should.
Kerb appeal
A new driveway transforms the front of a property.
Groundworks in-house
Excavation, drainage and paving are done by one team.
Free written quote
See the full cost before you commit.
In detail
Driveway and paving options
The right surface depends on use, look and budget. These are the options we install across Maidstone and Kent.
Related services
Block paving
Concrete or clay blocks laid on a sand bed over a compacted sub-base, with edge restraints to stop spreading. Blocks can be laid in different patterns and colours and individual blocks can be lifted if needed.
Slab and natural stone paving
Porcelain, concrete and natural stone slabs suit patios and paths. Slabs should be laid on a full mortar bed rather than spot dabs to stop rocking and cracking.
Drainage and falls
Every paved area needs to shed water. We form falls away from the house and can add channel drains, soakaways or connections to suitable drainage.
Patios and paths
Patios and paths are built on the same principles as driveways, with a base suited to foot traffic and garden furniture. They are often combined with hard landscaping such as steps and low walls.
Residential and commercial
We pave domestic driveways and patios as well as commercial forecourts and paths, where heavier use needs a stronger base.
Driveways & Paving across Maidstone and Kent
We are based in Maidstone and carry out driveways & paving for homeowners and businesses across the towns and villages below, as well as wider Kent, London and the South East. Wherever you are, the process is the same: a free site visit, a written quote and the work led by Michael on site.
Guide
Choosing the right driveway
Think about use first
How many cars, how heavy, and how often? A driveway for two family cars needs a different base to a path, and a commercial forecourt different again. We size the excavation and sub-base for the use, not just the look.
Where will the water go?
Large paved areas send a lot of water somewhere. We plan falls away from the house, and where needed, add channel drains or soakaways. Getting this right protects both the driveway and your property.
Matching the house
Block, slab or stone colour and pattern can complement the brick and render of the house. We bring the options to the site visit so you can see what will suit.
What the 5-year guarantee means
Paving work comes with a 5-year guarantee. It reflects the confidence that comes from building the base properly rather than laying a surface on poorly prepared ground.
Choosing paving for heavy use
Commercial forecourts, shared driveways and areas used by vans need a deeper base and paving suited to the load. We match the build-up to how the area will be used, with the base and paving chosen for the intended use. Paving work carries a 5-year guarantee.
What goes into a properly built driveway
A driveway that lasts starts with excavating soft topsoil and unsuitable ground, then laying a compacted granular sub-base to a depth suited to the vehicles using it. Edge restraints hold block paving in place and stop it spreading. A bedding layer gives the paving an even base, and joints are filled to lock the surface together. Each layer is there for a reason, and skipping any of them is where cheap driveways fail.
Removing an old driveway
Discuss the existing surface at the site visit so the quotation can state any preparation required before new paving is laid. Ground conditions, access and the proposed use affect the new sub-base. Do not assume removal or disposal is included unless it has been agreed.
Patios and paths alongside driveways
A new driveway can be planned alongside a path to the front door or a side patio. Considering them together can help coordinate materials, levels and drainage. The quotation should set out the agreed scope rather than assume combining work will reduce its cost.
How quoting and payment work
Every driveways & paving enquiry starts with a free, no-obligation site visit and a written quotation, so you can see exactly what is included before deciding. On larger projects we take a one-third deposit to secure materials, and the balance is split across 3 to 4 stage payments agreed before work starts.
Who will be on site
Work is led by Michael Speller, a City & Guilds qualified bricklayer with NVQ Level 2 and Level 3 in Brickwork, with a core team of four. Where your project needs electrical or plumbing work, we bring in trusted subcontracted trades and coordinate them, so you deal with one contractor throughout. We hold public liability insurance.
Questions
Driveways & Paving FAQs
How much does a new driveway cost in Maidstone?
It depends on area, materials, ground conditions and drainage. Book a free site visit for a written quote.
Is there a guarantee on paving?
Yes. Paving work comes with a 5-year guarantee.
How long does a driveway take to install?
That depends on size and ground conditions. Your written quote will include a realistic timescale.
How long will my driveway last?
A driveway built on a properly excavated and compacted base should last for many years. The base is the key.
What about drainage?
We plan falls and drainage as part of every driveway so water runs away from the house.
How do payments work?
Larger projects use a one-third deposit, then 3 to 4 agreed stage payments.
Can you remove my old driveway?
Discuss the existing surface with Michael at the site visit. Your quotation should state any agreed preparation, removal and disposal arrangements.
Do you lay driveways in Tunbridge Wells?
Yes, along with Maidstone, Bearsted, Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, wider Kent, London and the South East.
Get a written quote for your driveway
Book a free site visit. Paving work comes with a 5-year guarantee.
City & Guilds qualified · Free written quote · No obligation