Have you decided to hire a paver? For example, because you want to have your garden paved, or the driveway needs new paving. In this article you will read all about paving prices, handy tips and smart ideas.
What does a paving contractor cost?
Paving prices vary considerably. Labour costs start at an average of £20 per m2 or an average of £35 per hour. Some pavers obviously charge more for labour than others and the cost also depends on your requirements. One paving project is bigger and more complex than the other. Moreover, you also pay for the materials, such as the tiles and required sand. £ 40
Paving tiles per m2£ 15 – £ 70
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Price examples
Best price option
With a small budget, go for a simple laying pattern with cheaper tiles such as tiling. The paver charges between £20 and £40 per m2. The linkstones cost between £15 and £25 per m2.
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Do you prefer decorative paving, but with cheaper tiles such as linkstones? The cost of koppelstones is between £15 and £25 per m2, but the cost of the paver is most likely charged by the hour due to the more complicated pattern. A paver’s prices are between £30 and £60 per hour.
Most luxurious end result
The most luxurious option is an intricate decorative pattern with natural stone tiles. A paver’s prices are between £30 and £60 per hour. Tiles made of natural stone cost £40 to £70 per m2.
How are the costs of a garden paving constructed?
As you can see in the image above, labour costs make up the largest part of the total price. A paver has the best materials and tools to lay the paving carefully and skillfully. This will ultimately save you a lot of time and hard work.
What choices determine the price of your garden paving?
If you decide to have your garden paved, there are several choices that affect the cost.
Choice 1: Type of paving
Do you buy garden paving tiles for a relatively simple laying pattern that is easy and quick for a paver to lay, or do you go for a complicated pattern?
Paving with a complicated pattern takes much more time for a paver, which is why it is often charged by the hour. On average, the cost of a paver per hour is between £30 and £60, depending on the degree of difficulty.
If you want a standard pattern, a paver usually charges per m2. The costs of a road paver per m2 are on average between £ 20 and £ 40.
Check the paving quote to see what pricing method the road paver uses.
Choice 2: Type of tiles
There are different types of tiles to pave your garden with. Choose tiles that best suit the look of your garden, or are within your budget. The average prices of the tiles can be seen in the table below.
| Tile type | Average price per m2 | Characteristics |
|---|---|---|
| Tile stones | £ 15 – £ 25 | They are tumbled so that sharp edges chip off. This gives them a nostalgic and natural look. |
| Concrete paving | £ 15 – £ 35 | Very sturdy tiles that last a long time. Available in different shapes, sizes and colours. |
| Flagstones | £ 25 – £ 40 | Flat natural stones in the form of a slab or tile. Vary in shape, size, thickness and texture. |
| Bricks | £ 40 – £ 60 | Bricks with a fixed size of 214 x 102 x 55 mm. Available in different colours. |
| Wood | £ 20 – £ 65 | Wood tiles require little maintenance and they cope well with temperature differences. |
| Natural stone | £ 40 – £ 70 | Natural stones have a natural and luxurious look and feel, and they all have different colours and textures. |
Choice 3: Additional options
The options below are not required for the paving, but they do make your paving extra sturdy and beautiful.
| Product | Costs | Advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Sirakes | £7 – £35 per m2 | Enhances an extra beautiful look. |
| Dividing bands | £ 10 – £ 30 per metre | For level differences in your garden or flowerbeds. |
| Close bands | £ 5 – £ 10 per metre | The paving stays extra firmly in place. |
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