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Why Professional Installation Matters

Lancashire DrivewaysBy admin May 8, 2025

When it comes to installing a new driveway, patio, or pathway, many homeowners are tempted to cut corners with DIY solutions or cheaper, less experienced contractors. While this might seem like a money saver at first, poor installation can lead to costly problems down the line. Here’s why hiring a professional paving company is always…

Most Popular Driveway Style of 2025

DrivewaysBy admin May 7, 2025

It’s official! Block paving continues to lead the way as the most popular driveway material in 2025. At Stone Made Drives, we’ve seen a significant rise in homeowners opting for this reliable and stylish option, and it’s not hard to see why. Why Is Block Paving So Popular? Attractive & Customisable Designs Block paving…

Donna Grimshaw

4 weeks ago

What a fantastic company ! Did my garden in two days the finish is amazing All the workers are courteous and polite cleaned everything up after themselves! Micheal answered all questions explained all options allowed us to express our ideas and worked with us ! Would recommend over and over ! He went above and beyond . All of them did.

Hayley Holland

4 weeks ago

Michael and the team did an amazing job. The driveway looks incredible. The work was done quickly and to the highest level of quality, and with full consideration of the neighbours throughout. This included going above and beyond to replace some fence panels. The team also kindly returned the next day to make tweaks to the design where requested and finish the sand installation. Couldn't be happier with the driveway and I would recommend Stone Made Driveways to everyone!

Nick Briggs

4 weeks ago

Michael and his team has just finished a job for my partners daughter in Salford. When he had finished the snagging which I was extremely surprised ONLY took an hour to complete. The snagging even Michael admitted was minor took a 4 star job to another level completely. I'm only sorry I can only give 5 stars. The reason why I say this is simple. The standard of workmanship and the level of professionalism makes Michael and his team stand out way above ALL others . I have been a highly seasoned engineer in construction for over 30 years. I have the opportunity to see workmanship at all levels and the level of service, respectfulness, and duty of care that Michael AND his team possess has definitely NOT gone unnoticed. My partner who suffers from OCD agrees 100%. All we can say is Michael, recognition for your work is very deserving. To put it another way I can count on one hand through having 30 years experience in construction I can honestly walk away from a finished job not thinking some part of it could have bee done better. If I were to have any criticism if you had picked up on the snagging without me, my partner or my partners daughter having to do so, and I know that it isn't always possible then I would have asked if I could give 10 stars. But it doesn't matter as you WILL be contacted in the near future to do my partners house especially now we know you're an approved paving contractor for tobermore. Thanks again Michael for doing an outstanding job. Please tell your employees also how satisfied we are

Ruth Lowe

2 months ago

I would highly recommend Michael and his team who have just completed a significant amount of work for us, replacing an old concrete driveway with a beautiful new block paved one, removing some trees, relaying two grassed areas, planting a laurel hedge, repointing a patio and sealing it. From start to finish Michael has been extremely professional and helpful with his advice and guidance. All work has been completed to a very high standard by his excellent and efficient team, who always cleaned up after themselves. During the project work had to be delayed due to the installation of fibre cables and Michael was extremely understanding and I thank him for his patience. We have no complaints at all, and a special shout out to the gentleman who did the block paving who must be one of the best in the business.

Naz

2 months ago

Qualty. Professional. Worry-free. Trust-worthy. Michael & his team did a fantastic job installing drains & fixing my driveway. It looks brand new! Before finding Michael, I had a poor experience with a different company. Leaving me worried about the work they had done & potential long term damage to my home. It was clear I needed to remove their work & still resolve my original issue. I requested a quote from Michael to resolve the issue & I just wish I had found him in the first place. He was very professional, communicated well & was sympathetic to my situation which put me at ease. The work is topnotch & I couldn't recommend him more!

tahir iqbal

3 months ago

Excellent job on our porcelain patio and garden landscaping. Professional, reliable, and great attention to detail. The finished result looks fantastic, and we are delighted with it. Highly recommended.

Yaqub Logde

3 months ago

Stone Made Driveways did a brilliant job doing my driveway and garden, we went with block paving and all the workers were respectful and kind. Michael offered great advice on block type, colours and the type of drive to put down. He also replaced my garden fence and gate in the price. All in all it took 4 days of work. All done to a great standard. Highly recommend.

Kinkan Kazoo

3 months ago

Just had my drive and paths completed by Michael and his team from Stone Made Driveways today. The whole process was superlative from the start. Michael turned up on time for the estimate and gave us valuable advice which made us change our choice from tarmac to block paving. His quote was not the cheapest or most expensive but my partner and myself felt that Michael came over the best out of all the others who we got to quote for us. The team were fantastic and did not waste a minute of the day. They worked under extremely challenging weather conditions, didn’t complain and were very polite and respectful.I am truly amazed that they completed the all work in only three days. The end results are better than I could have ever dreamt of as can be seen from the before and after pictures. I’m so happy with the result and I can’t wait to start using the new drive. I think it’s added more value to our home and has totally transformed the whole look of the property. I would have no hesitation in using Michaels services again.

G Grehan

4 months ago

Wow! What a quick, efficient, reliable, and well priced job. Michael was amazing and so knowledgeable. Gave me a good range of options for the driveway, explained the cost of each option, and then explained exactly what needed to be done. Went above and beyond. Even in rain and snow, everything was always kept neat and tidy. The finished driveway is stunning and we couldn't be happier. I wouldn't use anyone else and can't recommend his work enough. Thanks so much.

Sharon Hoy

4 months ago

What can I say than professional keeping us updated everyday with the progress or the work been done I have never seen our drive way looking better than this in 20years we have had a few bob the builders on it & Micheal has rectified all the problems he had encountered amazing job done I would Definitely Point, these workmen i your way if you need anything driveways or patios these are the men for you thank you Micheal

Isha Iman

4 months ago

very good work

Zayd Ali

4 months ago

Perfect work No cutting corners Good price

Carol Stirrup

4 months ago

I would highly recommend this company. Michael and his men were absolutely amazing. The work was done very efficiently. They cleaned up after themselves, couldn't have been more friendly a d the price was right. Well done.

Deb Partington

5 months ago

Brilliant job Michael and his team good skilled workers got on with the job of 2 driveways,putting new resin on existing patio and all completely resealed start to finish in just under 3 weeks as couldn’t be sealed until weather picked up majority of the work completed in just under a week to a high standard would definitely recommend,.New neighbour so impressed having her driveway done in April !

ethanjlongshot 1

6 months ago

Michael was outstanding from day 1 one block paving driveway looks amazing and has changed the look of our home . Highly recommend you get a quote you wont be disappointed. Outstanding work from start to finish

abdullah burondkar

6 months ago

Okay, so we just got our driveway done by Stone Made Driveways Ltd. and honestly, they crushed it! You know how your driveway is like, the first thing everyone sees? We really wanted it to be perfect, and they totally delivered. Seriously, these guys are the best – super responsible, reliable, always on time, and just genuinely friendly. I'd recommend them to literally anyone!

Alastair Balmer

6 months ago

Great team that did a amazing job with a superb finish we have had many compliments from our neighbours

Emma Jennifer Brown

7 months ago

We contacted Stone Made Driveways following poor work by another company which had left dips in the drive and levelling which left the drive unusable. Michael was extremely professional throughout, explained where the issues had been caused, completed a thorough check of previous work and fixed the issues to an extremely high standard. Michael’s communication and professionalism was exemplary throughout, even sending us videos whilst we were at work to show the progress and explain what they were doing and why. The job was completed on time, left clean and tidy at all times and Michael insisted we were happy with the work completed before we paid. They completed the job to an excellent standard with integrity which is rarely found these days, we would use them for any future work and would highly recommend them.

steven j nyland

9 months ago

Amazing service from start to finish. Michael and the lads were amazing and worked very very hard. Well worth the finished product

David Keeley

9 months ago

I’ve Just had my front lawn replaced with block paving this week by Michael and his team at stone made driveways. I only got a same day quote from them last week and they started just a week later and had the lawn up and driveway installed in just 2 days. Some of my old driveway was also repaired and an inspection cover replaced. The team didn’t stop work from start to finish and the end result looks great. I’d highly recommend if your considering a new driveway.

Peter Eden

12 months ago

Top quality paving repairs and resin replacement. Hard working staff. Would highly recommend, very satisfied.

Janet Greatbanks

12 months ago

Thank you to Michael and his Team. Excellent communication. Outstanding Granite block paving driveway. Absolutely turns heads by passers by. Thank you.

Kealey Brown

12 months ago

The guys worked hard and Im really pleased with my new block paving driveway

Colin Chadwick

1 year ago

I have just had a beautiful driveway installed by Michael and his team at stone made driveways,the quality of work was fantastic his lads are so hardworking, polite and tidy. Highly recommend!

Kevin Schofield

1 year ago

Brilliant team done in two days well impressed