Driveways & Patios in North Birmingham
From rock-solid driveways to porcelain or sandstone patios, we create hard-wearing surfaces that stay level and look stunning.

Our Driveways & Patios Services
- FREE CAD design consultation with colour & laying-pattern samples
- 250 mm MOT-Type 1 sub-base & geo-textile membrane for rock-solid stability
- Permeable block, resin or porcelain options to meet SUDS regulations
- Laser-level setting out & plate compaction for a perfectly flat finish
- UV-stable resin-bound surfaces in 20+ aggregate colours
- Porcelain or natural sandstone patios with anti-slip textured finish
- Integrated edge restraints, drainage channels & recessed manhole covers
- 5-year workmanship guarantee plus manufacturer surface warranties
Driveways & Patios That Instantly Transform Your Home
Your front drive and back patio set the tone for the whole property. J Dowd & Sons design and install precision-laid block-paving, UV-stable resin surfaces and elegant porcelain or sandstone patios that stay perfectly level, resist weeds and look fantastic for decades.
End-to-End Build Quality You Can Feel Underfoot
We excavate to the correct depth, lay a 250 mm MOT-Type 1 sub-base over geo-textile membrane, then compact each layer with industrial plate compactors. Drains, edging kerbs and recessed manhole covers are fitted as we go, ensuring every driveway, pathway and patio is as strong as it is stylish—backed by our written workmanship guarantee.
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