We’re hiring! Join the DSK Design and Build team.View open roles →
DSK Design and Build logoDSK Design and Build

Driveways & Paving

Driveways & Paving

The part that lasts is the part you can't see

A driveway takes daily wear, so we build in proper drainage and a solid sub-base before any surface goes down — block paving, resin bound or tarmac.

We handle the full job from excavation to the finished surface, including disposal of the old driveway.

Modern kitchen renovation in London with light wood cabinets, island and bar stools

What's Included

What a Driveway & Paving Job Covers

Excavation through to the finished surface, built up in the correct layers for something that carries a car every day.

  • Block paving, resin and tarmac driveways

    Block paving, resin bound and tarmac, laid to falls that shed water.

  • Sub-base preparation and drainage

    Full excavation and a compacted sub-base to the right depth.

  • Old driveway removal and disposal

    Linear drainage and soakaways to meet permeability requirements.

  • Edging, kerbing and finishing details

    Edge restraints, kerbing and the detailing around thresholds.

Free quote

Need help with driveways & paving?

Tell us about your project and we'll arrange a free site visit, then send a detailed, fixed-price quote — usually within 24 hours.

Worth knowing

Why driveways sink, and how we stop it

A driveway carries well over a tonne, parked in the same two strips every night. When one sinks or ruts, it is almost never the blocks that failed — it is the sub-base underneath, laid too thin or never properly compacted.

Getting that right is unglamorous, invisible and the entire reason one driveway is still flat after fifteen years while another needs lifting after three.

Discuss Your Project
Finished grey flat roof with rooflights on a brick house extension in London, by DSK Design and Build

How We Work

Inside Our Renovation Process

A clear, four-stage process designed to keep your project on schedule and free of surprises.

  1. Initial consultation

    We go over your vision, property needs, budget, priorities, and desire for renovations.

  2. Planning and design

    Our staff creates sensible designs, thorough specifications, timetables, and recommendations for projects.

  3. Building and installation

    Expert tradespeople painstakingly, effectively, and in conformity with agreed designs finish the makeover.

  4. Final handover

    We check the finished work, take care of any loose ends, and make sure everything is up to standards.

Why Choose Us

Why Pick Our London Renovation Company

  • Local Experts

    London Know-How

    We understand London homes, layouts, property constraints and improvement expectations.

  • One Team

    Complete Service

    Renovation, plastering, plumbing, electrics, carpentry, tiling, flooring — all under one roof.

  • Transparent

    Clear Pricing

    Detailed quotes explaining work, materials, and expenses before we start.

  • Craftsmanship

    Quality Finish

    With every job comes careful preparation, expert trades, and long-lasting materials.

  • On Schedule

    Trustworthy Timelines

    A systematic approach that removes delays, disruption and project stress.

  • Supported

    Practical Advice

    Advice on layout, materials and long-term value at every step of your refurbishment.

Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

Don't just take our word for it. Here's what homeowners across London have to say about working with DSK Design and Build.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Find simple answers to all your common queries about organizing, budgeting, managing, and finishing London house remodels.

Depending on the size, state, specification, structural work, design needs, and finish level of the property, a complete London house makeover typically costs between £1,500 and £3,000 or more per square metre. Listed buildings, large renovations, high-end materials, and central London sites can drive up costs noticeably. A thorough property survey and written quote offer the most sensible projection.

The scope of the project, approvals, state of the property, material availability, and number of trades engaged all affect timelines. Renovations of a single room could last a few weeks; those of an entire house could span several months. Before construction starts, a thorough schedule should be decided.

Yes. We arrange surveys, design, authorizations, structural work, plumbing, electrics, construction, installations, decoration, and ultimate finishing. Our knowledgeable building crew helps to simplify communication, maximize cooperation between trades, and offer homeowners one point of contact during the makeover.

Look for good insurance, good references, recent work samples, clear written estimates, experience, and communication. Confirm what is covered, how deviations are handled, the likely timescales, amounts of payment, and who authorises. Value, quality, structure and dependability are also highly important, so don’t only opt for the lowest price

Many internal changes don’t call for planning permission. But extensions, significant outside modifications, loft conversions, listed structures, and homes in conservation zones might need listed building permission or planning permission. Even in cases where planning permission is not needed, Building Regulations approval may be important. Before work starts, requirements should be checked with the relevant London borough.

We flag anything unexpected as soon as we find it, explain the options and costs, and agree the way forward with you before continuing.

Yes. Our workmanship is guaranteed, and manufacturer warranties on materials and fittings are passed on to you at handover.

Often yes, depending on the work. We'll discuss which rooms stay usable, keep the site tidy and phase the work to limit disruption.

Contact Us

Start Your London Renovation

Tell us about your home, aspirations, and goals, and we can assist you in organizing your next makeover with confidence.

Get in Touch

Request a Free Quote

Fill in the form and we'll get back to you within 24 hours.

Your information is secure and will never be shared.