Frequently Asked Questions

 British Standards recommend the introduction of control joints, thus allowing the expansion and contraction which naturally occurs in Concrete during temperature change, the control joints absorb this movement and help to prevent the driveway from cracking. 

 Yes with dry and warm conditions, the job will take between 2-3 days and, during winter it can take a little longer due to weather conditions

 Between 24 - 48 hours for pedestrian traffic, 4-5 days for cars (weather permitting) We will maintain foot access to your home at all times. 

  Concrete is the strongest product that can be used and is guaranteed to a minimum of 30 Newton's, which is the same strength as used on motorways. All installations use concrete reinforced with fiber mesh and air entails for frost protection. 

  The actual driveway concrete is around  100mm deep and the base is between 100 mm. 

 You may experience some dust on the day the concrete is put down, however, all traces of chalk and dust are removed the following day using a pressure washer. 

  There are a large variety of colours, patterns, and designs available and we will be happy to discuss these with you by offering an appointment. We can offer a large portfolio of photographs, large outdoor sample areas, and a large selection of colour concrete samples. 

  For most spillage's including oil, washing up liquid is fine, however, if it is paint or cement, call us on 0800 328 7764 and we will advise you. 

  Yes. Don’t apply salt to your driveway in icy conditions. 

 Yes If you have ever visited America or Europe you will notice the majority of the commercial work is P.I.C. because of its strength and durability and its all round superiority. 

 We give a 12 month structural guarantee on all our work, however we are confident that the re-enforced concrete will last a lifetime.  (we do not guaruntee against hair fractures)

 In an ideal world an average installation should take 2-3 days from start to finish, weather permitting, but please see our ‘Installation’ page for more information. 

 Call us FREE on 0800 328 7764 and one of our office staff will be happy to arrange an appointment for you. 

  No – we have our own ‘grab’  lorries to remove all debris from the site on the day of excavation. 

 We operate a stage payment system (which is used by the majority of reputable installers) these payments can be made by cash, cheque (yes we still accept them) or bank transfer

 We do both – we have carried out work for local councils, utility companies, insurance companies and builders. 

 Not at all – you can choose whatever Pattern and Colour you want, our only extra charges would be for acid etching as this work requires additional visits. See our Patterns and Colours for examples. 

 It can be more expensive than other products but the long term benefit of being virtually maintenance free far outweigh these other products.