Driveway Guides
Plain-English guides on driveway materials, costs, planning permission, and maintenance. General information to help you plan, not advice for your home.
Permeable Driveways: Where Does the Rainwater Go?
How permeable driveways, soakaways and rain gardens deal with rainwater, how far a soakaway should be from the house, and why a septic tank drainage field is not a place for driveway water.
Raised Driveways, Damp Walls and the Damp-Proof Course
Why a new driveway or patio laid too high against the house can bridge the damp-proof course and block air bricks, what the building regulations say, and how to avoid it.
How Much Does a Resin Driveway Cost in 2026?
A guide to typical resin bound driveway costs in the UK in 2026, including price per square metre, costs by driveway size and the factors that affect the final price.
Block Paving vs Resin Bound: Which is Right for Your Home?
An honest comparison of block paving and resin bound driveways — typical costs, durability, maintenance, appearance, and which suits different property types.
Do You Need Planning Permission for a New Driveway?
What homeowners in England need to know about planning permission for driveways, permeable surfaces, conservation areas and dropped kerbs.
Best Driveway Materials for the South Coast Climate
Choosing a driveway material for West Sussex, East Sussex and Hampshire — how coastal weather, frost and drainage affect your choice.