West Midlands · England
Driveway edging and borders in Smethwick
From Smethwick to West Bromwich, we price driveway edging and borders with each part of the work set out separately, so you can see where the money goes.
- Guide price
- £25–£60 per linear metre
- Postcodes
- B66, B67, B21
- Survey
- Free, no obligation
What driveway edging and borders involve
Driveway edging is the restraint fixed around a resin surface, such as granite setts, block, steel or timber, that holds the edge in place, gives a clean line against lawns and borders, and frames the colour of the resin.
Groundwork prices in Smethwick depend on what is found below the surface, so the survey looks closely at ground conditions, access and drainage. Many homes in Smethwick have existing tarmac or block drives that can be assessed for an overlay or a rebuild.
Across the West Midlands, the projects we price include adding a soakaway so water stays on the property, replacing failed edges that have started to crumble and preparing a drive to meet a new dropped kerb. More about driveway edging and borders.
Prices for driveway edging and borders in Smethwick
Guide prices for Smethwick are based on West Midlands rates, which are close to the UK average. The written quote after your survey is the figure that counts.
| Service | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Driveway edging and borders | £25–£60 per linear metre |
| Dropped kerb applications | about £1,000–£2,500 per crossing, set by the highway authority |
| Driveway extensions and widening | £75–£120 per m² |
Based on West Midlands rates. See the full price guide or price your own project.
Planning in Smethwick
In England, a new or replaced hard surface of more than 5 m² in a front garden is permitted development only if it is porous, or if rainwater drains to a lawn, border or soakaway within the property. A fully permeable resin bound build, with a porous base under it, meets that test.
Permitted development rights apply to houses, not flats or maisonettes, and some conservation areas have Article 4 directions that remove them. Listed buildings can need consent if railings or historic walls are affected.
General information for England, not legal advice.
Weather and working days
The West Midlands is close to the UK average for rainfall, and much of the region sits on clay that holds water after wet spells. Surveys run all year; resin work itself waits for a dry day above about 5°C.
How it works
The steps are simple: guide price, free survey, written quote with a fixed price once the specification is agreed, then a date that suits you and the weather.
Driveway edging and borders in Smethwick: questions
How soon can you survey in Smethwick?
Call 0800 088 6341 or use the quote tool and we will offer survey dates. Surveys are free and run all year.
What postcodes do you cover around Smethwick?
We cover B66, B67 and B21 and the surrounding districts, including West Bromwich and Birmingham.
How much is new driveway edging in Smethwick?
As a guide, £25–£60 per linear metre in Smethwick including VAT, depending on length, ground conditions and access. Your written quote follows a free survey.
Driveway edging and borders near Smethwick
- West Bromwich 2.1 mi
- Birmingham 2.9 mi
- Aston 3.6 mi
- Bartley Green 4.2 mi
- Halesowen 4.6 mi
Other services in Smethwick
- Resin bound driveways
- Resin bonded driveways
- Resin over tarmac and concrete
- New resin driveways (full dig-out)
- Permeable SuDS driveways
- Driveway extensions and widening
- Resin patios
- Resin garden paths
- Resin steps
- Accessible resin ramps
- Excavation and sub-base
- Driveway drainage and soakaways
- Dropped kerb applications
- Resin driveway repairs
- Resin driveway cleaning
- Resin driveway restoration
- Commercial resin surfacing
Free survey · itemised quote
Book a free survey in Smethwick
We cover B66, B67 and B21 and nearby. Tell us about your project and we will be in touch to arrange a visit.
- Base, edging and drainage priced line by line
- Real blend samples shown in daylight
- Price fixed in writing once the spec is agreed
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