Driveway Installation in Hazlemere
New driveways and replacements across Hazlemere and the HP15 villages, from a family-run team based in the village.
10 year guaranteeOn every driveway we install, covering craftsmanship and materials
Driveway Installers in Hazlemere
We install new driveways and replace existing ones across Hazlemere, from Cedar Park and Manor Farm to Holmer Green, Widmer End, Cryers Hill and Tylers Green.
The Hazlemere Neighbourhood Plan notes the many garage conversions in the village and the pressure they put on parking. A wider drive in front of a converted garage gives that space back.
The village sits on the Chiltern plateau, mostly 165 to 180 metres up, on clay-with-flints that drains slowly. That makes the sub-base and the drainage the parts of a drive that matter most, and a permeable surface such as resin bound or gravel a sensible choice.
Hazlemere has no conservation area of its own. Its neighbourhood plan asks that new work does not add to water run-off, and it values the green corridors running through the village’s back gardens.
Covering Hazlemere and the HP15 postcode area.
Our driveway services
- Block paving drivewaysHerringbone, stretcher bond and borders
- Resin bound drivewaysSmooth, permeable, no loose stones
- Resin bonded drivewaysTextured gravel finish with good grip
- Tarmac drivewaysHot-laid, quick to lay, hard-wearing
- Gravel and shingle drivewaysFree-draining, suits period houses
- Concrete drivewaysBrushed, smooth or pattern imprinted
- Driveway edgingKerbs, setts and brick edging that hold the surface in place
- Dividing wallsLow brick walls between you and your neighbour
- Sealing with resin sealantLocks the joint sand, slows weeds, resists oil stains
- Replacing an existing drivewayOld surface out, new sub-base, new drive
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 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
Driveways in Hazlemere, Guaranteed for 10 Years
Every new driveway we install in Hazlemere 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.
Driveway Questions from Hazlemere
Are there rules for new driveways in Hazlemere?
Hazlemere has no conservation area of its own, but the Hazlemere Neighbourhood Plan asks that new work does not increase water run-off, so a permeable surface or proper drainage is the sensible choice. Nearby, Penn and Tylers Green and Four Ashes are conservation areas.
Does the soil in Hazlemere affect a driveway?
Yes. Hazlemere sits on clay-with-flints over chalk, which drains slowly, so the depth of the sub-base and the drainage matter more here than on free-draining ground.
Do you install driveways in the villages around Hazlemere?
Yes. As well as Hazlemere itself, we cover Holmer Green, Tylers Green, Penn, Widmer End, Four Ashes, Terriers, Penn Street, Cryers Hill, Great Kingshill and Hughenden Valley, and the rest of the HP15 postcode area.
How long does it take to install a new driveway in Hazlemere?
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 Hazlemere?
We build block paving, resin bound, resin bonded, tarmac, gravel and concrete driveways in Hazlemere, 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 Hazlemere?
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 Hazlemere?
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.
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Our Other Landscaping Services
Planning more than one job? We cover the whole garden, front and back.