Straight answers on costs, quotes, installation timelines, surface comparisons, maintenance, drainage and planning, based on the same questions RKG covers during free site visits.
Compare shingle, block paving, tarmac and resin bound guide prices, plus the site factors that change a fixed written quote.
Read the guide → Surface choiceCompare appearance, permeability, maintenance, lifespan and budget before choosing between two of RKG's most requested surfaces.
Read the guide → PlanningUnderstand the 5m² rule, permeable surfaces, SuDS drainage and what RKG checks during a site visit.
Read the guide → Sloped drivesCompare tarmac, resin, block paving and shingle by grip, drainage, edge restraint and loose-stone movement.
Read the guide → MaintenanceKnow when to wash, re-sand, seal or repair block paving, tarmac, resin and shingle driveways.
Read the guide → Quote checklistCompare written quotes by excavation, sub-base, drainage, edging, guarantee and payment terms.
Read the guide → Surface choiceCompare cost, drainage, lifespan, grip, appearance and maintenance before choosing between two smooth driveway finishes.
Read the guide → Surface choiceCompare a patterned long-life driveway finish with a lower-cost permeable shingle surface before requesting a quote.
Read the guide → DrainageCompare SuDS-friendly surface choices, drainage trade-offs and quote-stage checks before choosing a driveway finish.
Read the guide → Project planningCompare typical shingle, tarmac, resin, block paving and landscaping timelines before booking a site visit.
Read the guide →RKG measures the site, checks access and drainage, then follows up with a fixed written quote.