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Driveway Installation in Chesham

New driveways and replacements across Chesham and the HP5 villages, from a family-run team based in Hazlemere.

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Driveway Installers in Chesham

We install new driveways and replace existing ones across Chesham, from the terraces of Newtown and Waterside to Pond Park, Chessmount, Hilltop and the villages of Ley Hill, Bellingdon and Chartridge.

Chesham grew up the sides of the Chess valley after the railway arrived in 1889. That left Victorian and Edwardian terraces close to the centre, 1930s houses at Pond Park, and 1950s and 60s estates on the hilltops.

The River Chess rises in Lowndes Park, and both the old town and Chesham Bois are conservation areas.

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Covering Chesham and the HP5 postcode area.

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Surfaces

Choosing a Driveway Surface

Six surfaces, each with its own look and upkeep. We will help you pick the one that suits your house and your ground.

  • Herringbone block paved driveway in warm red tones with a charcoal border, in front of a brick house

    Block paving driveways

    Concrete or clay blocks on a bed of sharp sand over a compacted sub-base, locked together with kiln-dried sand. Hard-wearing and easy to repair: if a section sinks, the blocks lift out and go back. Herringbone is the strongest pattern where cars turn.

  • Resin bound path in a light stone mix with red brick edging, running between a lawn, bedding plants and clipped shrubs

    Resin bound driveways

    Natural stone mixed with clear resin and trowelled flat. Smooth, with no loose stones, and water drains straight through, which helps meet the planning rule for front gardens. It is laid over a sound base, usually new tarmac or concrete.

  • Grey resin bonded driveway with a textured stone finish in front of a brick house and garage

    Resin bonded driveways

    Resin spread over the base with loose stone scattered on top while it is wet. The result is a textured, gravel-like finish with good grip. It is not permeable, so drainage is planned in, and a few stones come away over time.

  • Black tarmac driveway with a grey block paved edge, leading to a brick house and garage, with planted borders on both sides

    Tarmac driveways

    Hot-laid asphalt, rolled in layers over a compacted base. Quick to lay and copes well with heavy vehicles. It needs a firm edge of kerbs or setts to stop the sides crumbling, and can soften slightly in its first hot summer.

  • Golden gravel driveway edged with granite setts, curving past a lawn to a white rendered house

    Gravel and shingle driveways

    Free-draining, suits period and rural houses, and the crunch tells you when someone arrives. Laid properly over a membrane and compacted sub-base, often in stabilising grids, with a firm edge so it stays on the drive.

  • Grey pattern imprinted concrete driveway with a slate-effect finish, running up to a front door

    Concrete driveways

    Poured on site over a compacted base, usually with steel mesh, and finished brushed, smooth or pattern imprinted. Very strong and low upkeep. It needs expansion joints to stop cracking, and a drain or soakaway for the rainwater.

Why FirstScapes

Why Choose Us for Your Driveway

  • Family-run and localA family-run team working across Buckinghamshire and the Chilterns
  • 40+ years of experienceAcross the FirstScapes team
  • 10 year guaranteeOn craftsmanship and materials
  • Free, no-obligation quoteWe look at the ground before we price anything
  • The whole front of the houseDriveway, edging, walls, planting and lighting from one team
  • Rated 5.0 on Google

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Driveways in Chesham, Guaranteed for 10 Years

Every new driveway we install in Chesham comes with a 10 year guarantee on craftsmanship and materials. Block paving, resin bound, resin bonded, tarmac, gravel or concrete, we stand behind the work for a decade.

We treat replacing an existing driveway with the same care as a brand new one, from the sub-base to the edging. It is why homeowners across Buckinghamshire give our expert driveway installers a 5-star average on Google.

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FAQ

Driveway Questions from Chesham

Can you build a driveway on a steep plot in Chesham?

Yes. Newtown and Hilltop sit 60 metres above the High Street, and many drives slope. We set the falls and edging with care and choose a surface with grip, such as block paving or resin bonded.

Does the River Chess affect driveways in Chesham?

Missenden Road, Red Lion Street and St Mary’s Way lie within the Chess flood zones. Near the river, a permeable driveway helps keep run-off out of the drains.

Do you install driveways in the villages around Chesham?

Yes. As well as Chesham itself, we cover Newtown, Chessmount, Hilltop, Great Hivings, Pond Park, Botley, Lye Green, Waterside, Townsend and Asheridge Vale, and the rest of the HP5 postcode area.

How long does it take to install a new driveway in Chesham?

It depends on the size of the drive, the surface you choose and how much of the old drive has to come out. Once we have measured up, your quote includes a timescale, so you know how long we will be on site before we start.

What types of driveways does FirstScapes build in Chesham?

We build block paving, resin bound, resin bonded, tarmac, gravel and concrete driveways in Chesham, along with the edging, dividing walls and sealing that go with them. You can compare them in the section above.

Can FirstScapes extend or replace old driveways in Chesham?

Yes. We take out old, cracked or sunken driveways and lay a new one on a fresh sub-base, and we can extend an existing drive to fit another car. If you are widening the entrance, you may also need a dropped kerb approved by Buckinghamshire Council.

How much does it cost to build a driveway in Chesham?

It depends on the size, the surface you choose and the ground underneath. We need to measure it up and look at the site before we can give you a price, so we offer a free, no-obligation quote. Call 01494 812249 or use the form at the top of the page.

Driveways Across Buckinghamshire

We install driveways in ten towns across south Buckinghamshire and the Chilterns. Pick your area for local advice.

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