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Excellent service. Hard working, polite, professional team. Lovely job. Would recommend.
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Emil did a great job on my patio. He was polite, tidy and reliable whilst doing the job and he performed the task to a high standard. Would definitely hire again!
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Lovely chap, fair priced and good work carried out. I would recommend.
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What are the benefits of a tarmac driveway?
Tarmac driveways offer several advantages, making them a popular choice for homeowners:
- Durability: Tarmac is known for its long-lasting nature, withstanding the test of time with proper care.
- Ease of Installation: Laying tarmac is straightforward on a flat, prepared surface, allowing for quick installation.
- Weather Resistance: It performs exceptionally well under various weather conditions, from intense sun to freezing temperatures.
- Uniform Appearance: Tarmac provides a smooth, uniform look that many homeowners appreciate.
- Low Maintenance: Taking care of a tarmac driveway is relatively easy, with repairs being straightforward to manage.
What are the disadvantages of a tarmac driveway?
Despite its benefits, there are some drawbacks to consider:
- Pothole Formation: Over time, tarmac can develop potholes, especially in areas with heavy vehicle traffic.
- Moss Growth: In conditions where it doesn’t dry out properly, moss can grow on the surface.
- Weed Damage: Weeds can break through tarmac, leading to cracks and compromising its integrity.
If tarmac isn’t the look you want for your home, you might want to consider concrete, brick, stone or resin driveways.
How do I know if the job has been done well?
A well-executed tarmac driveway should display:
- Proper Preparation: The ground should be correctly prepared before laying the tarmac.
- Smoothness and Evenness: The surface should be smooth and even, with no bumps or irregularities.
- Complete Coverage: Tarmac should fully cover the intended area, with no gaps or missing sections.
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Other tarmac driveway FAQs
Does tarmac add to the value of a house?
Yes, a well-maintained tarmac driveway can enhance the curb appeal and value of your property.
Do you need planning permission for tarmac?
In many cases, planning permission is not required for tarmac driveways, but it’s essential to check local regulations, especially for new or significantly altered driveways.
Does water drain through tarmac?
Standard tarmac is not permeable, but porous asphalt options allow water to drain through, reducing runoff and the risk of flooding.
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Dh Property Services is a newly registered company who are happy to quote for any size job. 15 years in a manufacturing and installations ranging from flat pack furniture to complete kitchen/bathroom installs. commercial, domestic and landlord services
Great service from Dave, excellent job painting my summerhouse. I can recommend highly.
I have had my own company for 32 years, we are a team of six. We are an honest team and work together. We are a family run business. We specialise in fitting kitchens bathrooms and extensions.
Marcel worked efficiently to deliver a high quality finish to our bathroom renovation. He communicated what he was doing at each stage of the renovation and was helpful in sourcing the materials. He worked long hours and always cleared up after himself. Marcel is friendly, honest and hardworking. The quote was very reasonable in comparison to other quotes we received, our first quote was honoured despite the job being more complex than initially anticipated. We will be using Marcel again for other jobs.
Hi I'm Andy I'm 43 and first started out in 1996 did my apprentice with George wimpy builders and spent 20 years in Various trades I am a multi skilled tradesmen and pride myself in my work and value my customers as you are the key to success
We hired Ionut to lay some decking and build two planters and some bench seating as well as landscape the garden and laying a new lawn. Ionut and his team did an exceptional job - the work is very neat and professional and we ended up with a great finish. They were polite, respectful and worked very hard. I have already recommended Ionut to a friend and hired him for another job (laying slate slabs) which was also done incredibly well.
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Excellent, efficient job and area was left incredibly clean and tidy at the end. Very good communication throughout the quoting and arranging process. Highly recommended.
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Lee and Chloe were fantastic. They built a decking area for us which has transformed the garden. The quality of their work is excellent and their work ethic is superb. They offered great advice and ideas, which often saved us money. I would have no hesitation in recommending Lee and Chloe, lovely people, excellent quality work and great value.
NICUABRU SERVICES LTD is a company formed over 7 years ago, specialized in flats, houses renovation and house extensions. Our aim is to provide good quality services at a reasonable price and customer satisfaction is crucia
Fantastic work, above and beyond what we asked them to do. Very happy with the finished job, done quickly too. Also great advice on other aspects of the refurb. Would definitely want to use the guys again. Thanks Nicu and Daro.
Calladine Services is a family run business which has been established since 1989. We specialise in painting agricultural, industrial and domestic buildings with our access platforms and American airless spray units.
Landscaping Legends Ltd are licenced, certified and fully insured with an excellent customer satisfaction record from the domestic and commercial sector, no job is too big or too small! We give free quotes and have a portfolio on request to any customers who wish to see our previous work!
He was polite and happy to listen and offer opinion on job. All requested tasks done :) thanks
JTF Roofing is a dedicated family, friendly run business. The partnership is run by Jordan & Rob who combined have a roofing experience of over 15 years. JTF Roofing cover all aspects of roofing works ; - Tiled roofs - Slate roofs - Flat roofs - Re-roofs - Lead work - Vertical tiling - Fascia & soffits - Guttering - Roof cleaning - Chimney repointing Our aim is to provide a professional and reliable service to the highest standard for all our clients. JTF Roofing provide a 15 year guarantee on all works carried out. Thank you for taking your time out to read this. JTF Roofing Team
Jordan responded quickly to the job, came round to do an estimate swiftly and thoroughly, answering my million questions. Estimate was received soon after and the job was booked sooner than I'd expected. He arrived on time and finished the job within the time and price estimate. He also kept in touch with me throughout the job, sending me pics via whatsapp because i was out of the country. Perfect!
We are a hard landscaping company that has been established for over 20 years,we specialise in indian stone,driveways,fencing,block paving,artificial grass ,turfing and all aspects of hard landscaping.Please read some of our customer references.
Due to covid 19 there was difficulty in deliveries etc but overall the job was done very well & the quality was very good & I would have no reasons not to recommend CT landscapes
We specialise in New roofs flat roofs fibreglass roofs rubber roofs UPVC facias and soffits warm roofs Dryline verge Caps and continuous verge dry Lane ridge kit installation We install Fendley tiles always cleared away we owner own scaffolding takes no upfront payments or work guaranteed
We are based in Exeter and offer property alterations & improvements, garage conversions & extensions, carpentry, plumbing, painting & decorating, kitchens & bathrooms, landscape gardening, fencing, log cabins. We are CRB checked & insured to £5M
Extremely useful to know someone with abilities spanning across different professions. He really is Handy Andy! Genuine and very pleasant.
hi there I'm tracy Mccready from Mccready's property maintenance. I do a good job for a fair price and provide a reliable service in all property maintenance and improvements. we are fully insured for 2 million pound public liability and safety conscious. I offer a free quotation and free advice. I always listen to the customer to find out what they want and need that suits there budget building up good relationships that last for many of years . we are here to help with all your roofing ,building and landscaping needs . we have many satisfied customers who would gladly recommend us to you . we accept most credit cards ,bank transfers or checks. all work comes with a warranty .thank you for taking the time of reading this ,I look forward to hearing from you
Excellent Company came to see the job and gave me a quote that was very reasonable.They came on Tuesday and started work and were finished by Wednesday evening did a terrific job I’m well pleased with the results they were professional and polite would highly recommended.
Alex was very friendly and professional and did a good job replacing our sink. I would recommend his services.
MA Paving are a father and son run company that specialises in driveways, patios, paths and landscaping. With 23+ years of experience, we value the quality, precision and attention to detail in every job that we do, ensuring the clients needs are met and they are are delighted with the job we have accomplished.
Initially Arbor was efficient, polite and professional. He agreed to everything and nothing was a problem, his work was guaranteed, he would rectify any problems. After we gave him the job, he did not keep to our specification. He underestimated the workload, costs and time it would take. His lack of experience was apparent and showed in his workmanship. There was wastage at extra costs to us. We would not recommend MA paving, they lack integrity, they have not responded to our calls to rectify snags.
Primus Home Improvements
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we are a great friendly team that enjoys are line of work with polite and respectful members with reasonable prices
Hiya are welcome to Approved Landscaping & Gardening we are wales leading landscaping company. With over 20 years in the business we guarantee we won’t be beaten on price or quality. We pride ourselves in all our work from small one off jobs to complete garden make overs. We look forward to hearing from all our customers and also offer free advice if needed.
We specialise in hard and soft landscaping. Our aim is simple. To provide quality service with a smile, extremely reliable and give all our clients value for money. Our goal is for ."Quality service never compromised".
Cannot speak more highly about Gary. Did an amazing job; high quality workmanship; tidy; punctual and went over and beyond in my opinion to finish the job. Would definitely recommend and look forward to having Gary back to do more jobs. A++ tradesman
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