A driveway or patio is a big investment, and the difference between a good contractor and a bad one is what you cannot see. Here is what to look for before you sign anything. See our finished projects across South Dublin before you decide.
At a glance
- Ask to see finished work you can go and look at
- Ask exactly how deep they dig out and how they set the falls
- Everything in writing: the work, the materials, the price and the guarantee
Ask to see finished work
Any contractor worth hiring will have photos of real, finished jobs, and ideally ones you can go and look at. Be wary of anyone who only shows stock images or cannot point to work locally.
Check they do the base properly
Most driveways and patios that fail do so because of the base, not the surface. Ask exactly how deep they dig out, what they compact and how they set the falls. If the answer is vague, walk away.
Comparing quotes? Send James a photo of the driveway and he will tell you straight what a proper job should include.
Send a photoGet everything in writing
A proper written quotation should spell out the work, the materials and the price, with no surprises at the end. The price you agree should be the price you pay.
Own crew, not subcontracted
Contractors who subcontract lose control of the standard. One using their own full-time crew and their own machinery is accountable for every part of the job.
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A real, written guarantee
A written guarantee shows a contractor stands behind their work. Ask what it covers and for how long. Ours is 10 years, in writing, on every job. If you would like a straight, honest quote, we are open 7 days across South Dublin.
