FAQ's

1. I have concerns about manholes, drainage and service piping to my home, for example, can you take care of these?

Yes, we can. Our workmen are highly experienced and will take into account all aspects that have been discussed regarding the installation of your new works.

2. I want to widen my existing driveway by using an area of my front lawn; can you Tarmac over this new area?

It is a good idea to widen narrow driveways and to consider making extra parking space. When utilizing former garden space we have to remove all surface materials and excavate to a suitable sub-soil depth. We then lay a Geotextile membrane, if required and then cover the area with a minimum of 100-150 mm hardcore, which is then compacted. If required, edging kerbs are laid, the surface is covered with a Tarmac Base Coat which is rolled and compacted into position. A further Tarmac Wearing Coarse is laid and rolled over the surface.

3. Is Tarmac hard wearing and free from maintenance?

Tarmac Asphalts are extremely hard wearing surfaces which require very little maintenance. We suggest that at least once a year you treat the surface with a weed killer, such as Roundup to prevent any air borne seeds from taking growth. A wash down with a solution of soapy water once a year always refreshes any driveway surface.

4. If I choose to have a block border do I have a selection of colours?

We offer a full range of block paving borders and edgings. The choice of colour and types are plentiful.

5. I like the idea of having a block border around the edges for a Tarmac Driveway. Will the blocks come loose?

The blocks are bedded into a strong sand and cement mortar mix. The Tarmac surface also helps hold them into position. After initial setting times it is extremely difficult for any movement to occur.

6. Is it a messy job?

For a Tarmac drive we have to excavate and prepare the base work, there is some mess and disruption at this stage. The base/preparation of an average drive takes 1 to 1½ days depending on the amount to be excavated, edgings, drainage and borders required. We then supply, spread and roll a base coat then a top coat which will be completed with no further mess or inconvenience within a day. We are also registered waste carriers, so we will leave your site in a clean, tidy condition with the removal of all site debris to a registered tip.

7. How long after do I have to wait before being able to use my drive?

We normally recommend that you avoid putting vehicles on a newly laid drive for at least twenty four hours – depending on weather conditions – the hotter the weather the longer you should leave it. Foot traffic can use the surface immediately.