Driveways and Paving in Cardiff
Cardiff is our home, and for over three decades we have been laying driveways, block paving, resin, tarmac and patios for homeowners right across the capital. From the Victorian terraces of Roath and Pontcanna to the semis of Whitchurch and the new builds around Llanrumney, we tailor every surface to suit the property, the parking and the famously wet Welsh weather. The result is a driveway or patio that looks smart, lasts well and adds real value to your home.
Driveways and paving in Cardiff
Cardiff is our home, and after more than three decades laying driveways and paving across the capital we know its streets well. The needs of a Victorian terrace in Roath or Pontcanna are very different to a 1930s semi in Whitchurch or a new build out towards Llanrumney, and the surface that suits each one is rarely the same. We design and install driveways, paving and patios that fit the character of your property, handle Cardiff's wet weather, and look smart for years to come.
As a family-run business established in 1990, we manage every project with our own experienced in-house team, from the first site visit through groundwork and drainage to the final tidy-up. There are no subcontractors and no surprises, just honest advice and careful work backed by our 25 year guarantee.
The materials we install across Cardiff
Block paving
Block paving remains the most popular choice for Cardiff driveways, and for good reason. It suits almost every property style, from a herringbone drive that complements a period terrace to a contemporary blend for a modern home. With a wide range of colours, patterns and borders, plus the ability to repair a single area without relaying the whole drive, it is a practical and attractive surface that lifts kerb appeal straight away.
Resin
Resin bound driveways give a clean, smooth, modern finish with no loose stones underfoot, which makes them a favourite for the leafier streets of Cyncoed, Penylan and Llanishen. Resin is low maintenance, weed resistant and available in a wide choice of colours to match your home. Laid properly over a sound base, it is hard-wearing and keeps its looks year after year.
Tarmac
Tarmac is a cost-effective, hard-wearing option that is quick to install with minimal disruption, ideal for longer driveways, shared accesses and pathways. It copes well with everyday use and offers excellent grip even in icy weather, which matters through a Cardiff winter.
Patios and paving
A well-built patio turns a Cardiff garden into a proper extension of the home, somewhere to relax and entertain through the lighter months. We work with quality materials from Marshalls, Brett and Bradstone, alongside natural Indian sandstone, slate, granite and cobbles, creating patios and paths that sit naturally with your home and garden.
Why Cardiff homeowners choose us
- Family-run and established in 1990, with 35 years of local experience
- Fully insured, with all work carried out by our own in-house team
- A 25 year guarantee on our workmanship
- Honest, no-obligation quotes with no hidden extras
- Rated 5.0 by the homeowners we have worked for
- Based in Llanrumney, so we genuinely are local to Cardiff
How to get a free quote
Getting started is simple. Call us on 07494 065997 or drop us a message and we will arrange a convenient time to visit your property. We measure up, talk through your ideas and the options that suit your home and budget, then give you a clear, written, no-obligation quote. Whether you are in Llanrumney, Roath, Whitchurch, Penylan or anywhere across Cardiff and the bay, we would be glad to help you transform the front or back of your home.
Driveway, patio and paving services in Cardiff
Driveways, patios and paving installed by our own experienced Cardiff team, with free quotes and a 25-year guarantee.
Block paving driveways
Durable, attractive block paving and brick driveways, designed and installed to last and to add kerb appeal.
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Resin driveways
Smooth, modern, low-maintenance resin bound driveways in a wide choice of colours and finishes.
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Tarmac driveways
Cost-effective, hard-wearing tarmac driveways, pathways and access roads, installed quickly and cleanly.
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Patios and garden paving
Beautiful patios that turn your garden into a relaxing, usable extension of your home.
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Garden walls and brickwork
Skilled bricklaying for garden walls, retaining walls, railings and rendering, built to last.
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Composite decking
Low-maintenance composite decking that turns your garden into a year-round outdoor room.
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Do you cover my area of Cardiff?
Yes. We are based in Llanrumney and cover the whole of Cardiff, including Llanishen, Cyncoed, Penylan, Whitchurch, Roath, Pontcanna, Cardiff Bay and the surrounding districts, as well as the wider South Wales area. If you are not sure whether we reach your street, just give us a call on 07494 065997 and we will let you know.
Are your quotes really free?
They are. We visit your property, measure up and talk through your options, then give you a clear written quote with no obligation and no hidden extras. You are under no pressure to go ahead.
How long does a driveway or patio take to install?
It depends on the size of the area and the material you choose, but most domestic driveways and patios are completed within a few days to around a week. We will give you a realistic timescale as part of your quote so you know what to expect before we start.
Which material is best for my Cardiff home?
There is no single best choice, it depends on the look you want, how the area is used and your budget. Block paving suits most homes and is easy to repair, resin gives a smooth modern finish, and tarmac is hard-wearing and cost-effective. We will recommend the right option for your property when we visit.
Will a new driveway need planning permission or drainage?
Most replacement driveways do not need planning permission, but surface water has to drain properly rather than run off onto the road. We handle drainage as part of the groundwork, using permeable materials or a soakaway where needed, and we will advise you on anything specific to your property.
Is your work guaranteed and are you insured?
Yes. We are a fully insured, family-run business and we back our workmanship with a 25 year guarantee, so you can have complete confidence in the finish and how long it will last.
Free quote in Cardiff
Tell us about your project and we will visit, measure up and give you a clear, no-obligation quote. Prefer to talk now? Call or message us.
- 07494 065997
- info@cardiffdrivesandpatios.co.uk
- Monday to Sunday, 9:00 to 21:00
- Free quotes, 25-year guarantee, fully insured
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