Just had two quotes to upgrade my driveway (98m2) and to the untrained eye they both appear to be similar except for the price.
My question; is one too high or one too low, and what would the typical price per m2 for this type of work?
Quote 1;
Groundworks
Quote 2;
Thanks in advance.
My question; is one too high or one too low, and what would the typical price per m2 for this type of work?
Quote 1;
Groundworks
- Dig out area.
- Test for soft areas and dig where necessary.
- Stone areas with hardcore and compact.
- Lay wash sand and compact.
- Screed area to required levels.
- Lay required blocks
- Compact and sand area to a level surface.
- Install Channels and Natural Soak Away.
Quote 2;
- Clear driveway to the required level.
- Compact all foundations of the driveway with a 5 ton roller and whacker plate.
- Install all Type 1 hardcore base to the required levels and depths and compact all hardcore with a 5 ton roller and whacker plate.
- Install ACO drainage channels.
- Lay permeable membrane on the driveway area and lay a sharp sand base to the driveway and machine compact.
- Lay block paving to the driveway and machine compact into the sand base.
- Sweep kiln dried sand into the joints of the blocks and sealant.
Thanks in advance.