Upgrade kerb appeal with Block Paving in Orpington, installed by Fine Landscaping. Choose crisp patterns, durable edging and drainage-led build-ups for a driveway or patio that lasts. Most projects are completed in 3–5 days with minimal disruption.
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From family driveways near Orpington station to smart front gardens around The Walnuts Shopping Centre, block paving is a practical way to improve parking and first impressions. We install driveway block paving, patio block paving and pathway paving with clean lines and strong edges. If you’re in BR5 or BR6, we can advise on layouts that suit your plot and daily use. Decorative borders and pattern designs add a premium finish without compromising durability.
Orpington’s mix of 1930s semis, larger detached homes and modern estates benefits from paving that complements brickwork and frontage proportions. We regularly work in St Mary Cray and Petts Wood, where drive widths, slopes and existing landscaping vary street to street. Our team helps you choose colours and laying patterns that look right on period-style homes as well as newer builds. The result is a surface that feels intentional, not “off the shelf”.
We start with a site visit, accurate measurements and a clear specification for excavation depth, sub-base and drainage. Every job is built on proper ground preparation, compacted layers and precise levels to prevent rutting and standing water. We keep the site tidy, protect access where possible, and provide straightforward updates throughout the build. Local homeowners choose us for reliable scheduling, sharp detailing and a 10-year workmanship warranty.
Across the London Borough of Bromley, we often find mixed ground conditions and varied frontage levels, so we tailor excavation depth and sub-base design to suit. Parking and access can be tight near the High Street, so we plan deliveries and waste removal carefully. For sloping drives in Farnborough or Green Street Green, we set falls and channels to manage runoff. Our approach keeps the finished paving neat, compliant and easy to maintain.
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In Orpington, block paving typically ranges from £80–£120 per square metre, depending on the block type, pattern, edging and drainage requirements. Most driveway or patio projects fall around £3,200–£6,000, but larger areas or complex designs can increase costs. Pricing also depends on excavation depth, waste removal, and whether you need steps, retaining edges or a dropped kerb approach.
Most block paving installations take 3–5 days from excavation to final compaction, assuming reasonable weather and clear access. Timescales vary with the size of the area, how much digging-out is required, and whether we’re adding drainage channels, decorative borders or complex pattern designs. If an old surface needs breaking out or levels need correcting, we may allow extra time to ensure a stable base and tidy finish.
Many driveway and garden paving projects are permitted development, but rules can apply around surface water drainage and changes to access. If the paved area is non-permeable, you may need suitable drainage to a permeable area rather than the public sewer. Dropped kerbs are typically subject to council approval. We’ll talk you through the requirements and build in compliant drainage solutions where needed.
Yes. Fine Landscaping provides a 10-year workmanship warranty on our block paving installations. This covers issues such as sinking caused by inadequate base preparation, poor compaction or incorrect levels. It doesn’t cover accidental damage, heavy vehicle overloading beyond the design, or problems caused by third-party alterations. We also give aftercare guidance on cleaning, jointing sand top-ups and sealing options to keep the surface looking its best.
We supply and install a wide range of concrete and clay blocks in popular colours such as charcoal, brindle and autumn tones. Design options include herringbone for strength, stretcher bond for a cleaner look, and basketweave for a traditional feel, plus decorative borders and contrasting soldier courses. We’ll help you match the paving to your brickwork, frontage size and parking needs, and advise on permeable options where appropriate.
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