Block Paving Removal & Resin Replacement Questions

Yes. The existing blocks are removed before the resin surface is installed. This exposes the sub-base so its condition can be checked and any soft spots or drainage issues corrected before the new surface goes down.

Not as a sound long-term approach. Jointing sand and uneven block surfaces beneath prevent a consistent bond, and any movement in the existing paving will transfer straight through to the new finish. Removal and base preparation are the correct starting point.

Damaged or soft areas are repaired and recompacted to a MOT Type 1 sub-base before the resin is applied. The base is assessed after removal and before the resin stage is priced, so the quote reflects the actual condition found.

Yes. Removing the blocks eliminates the joints where weeds establish, and a weed membrane is laid as part of the base preparation. A resin bound surface has no open joints for weeds to colonise, provided the base and drainage are dealt with correctly.

Uneven blocks continue to shift, particularly over Essex clay sub-bases. Loose blocks become a trip hazard, standing water accelerates further movement, and the cost of base repair increases the longer the underlying problem is left unaddressed.

A permeable resin bound surface on a front driveway does not require planning permission under permitted development rules, as it allows rainwater to drain through rather than run off to the road. Your specialist will confirm this applies to your specific plot.