Spring Drives

Springview, Finchale Avenue, Brasside
DURHAM
County Durham
DH1 5SD
54.8066, -1.5566

Block Paving

www.springdrives.com

steve@springdrives.com

Listed under: Block Paving

100% recommended: 9.5/10
69 reviews since 2006

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating		9.5/10

Quality		9.7/10

Tidy		9.3/10

Service		9.7/10

Value		9.4/10



Good Practice

Charges	100%

Timing	100%

Payment	97%

Reliable	97%

Invoice	93%

Guarantee	97%

Recent Reviews

" I am pleased I chose this firm. The results could not be better." more

" Excellent to deal with good communication. Work to very high standard with little disruption." more

" Found the company & staff to be very friendly and efficient. Everything was explained before work started and they were keen to ensure we were happy w...." more

" Excellent work delighted at result." more

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Legal Name: Stephen Nixon. Sole Trader.

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Review 1 Feb 2012 Recommended by customer in Durham, DH1 54.8014, -1.5692 business Spring Drives http://www.referenceline.com/block_paving-in-durham-springdrives-13833	Cost: £2500

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

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Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Block paving front drive plus 2 recessed manholes, steps and circle, tidy site, materials supplied.

"I am pleased I chose this firm. The results could not be better."

Review 26 Jan 2012 Recommended by customer in Chester le Street, DH3 54.8606, -1.5775 business Spring Drives http://www.referenceline.com/block_paving-in-durham-springdrives-13833	Cost: £2000

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

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Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Block paving to extend drive c/w aco drains and soak away.

"Excellent to deal with good communication. Work to very high standard with little disruption."

Review 10 Jan 2012 Recommended by customer in Chester le Street, DH2 54.8824, -1.6084 business Spring Drives http://www.referenceline.com/block_paving-in-durham-springdrives-13833	Cost: £8300

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

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Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

To lay a block – paved driveway. Alterations to porch & garage, including new windows, doors & brickwork.

"Found the company & staff to be very friendly and efficient. Everything was explained before work started and they were keen to ensure we were happy with the results. Overall the finished work was excellent and I will recommend them in the future."

Review 20 Dec 2011 Recommended by customer in Houghton le Spring, DH4 54.8563, -1.5218 business Spring Drives http://www.referenceline.com/block_paving-in-durham-springdrives-13833

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

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Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Block paved drive.

"Excellent work delighted at result."

Review 3 Nov 2011 Recommended by customer in Durham, DH7 54.7692, -1.6213 business Spring Drives http://www.referenceline.com/block_paving-in-durham-springdrives-13833

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

8/10

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Quality		8/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		8/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		8/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		8/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Block paved drive and step.

Review 5 Oct 2011 Recommended by customer in Durham, DH7 54.7764, -1.7114 business Spring Drives http://www.referenceline.com/block_paving-in-durham-springdrives-13833

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

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Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Back garden. Patio walling garden steps allocation to manhole.

"Excellent work and attention."

Review 2 Oct 2011 Recommended by customer in Durham, DH1 54.7931, -1.5883 business Spring Drives http://www.referenceline.com/block_paving-in-durham-springdrives-13833	Cost: £1100

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

8.3/10

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Quality		9/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		8/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		9/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		7/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Laying of patio, correction of driveway (block paved) which had been incorrectly laid by a previous (unregistered!) trader.

"Steve was friendly, helpful & reliable and got me out of a horrible situation because of shoddy work from a previous driveway company. "

Review 27 Sep 2011 Recommended by customer in Durham, DH1 54.8046, -1.5676 business Spring Drives http://www.referenceline.com/block_paving-in-durham-springdrives-13833	Cost: £2000

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

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Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Replace existing drive with a block paved drive and planter.

"An excellent service from initial estimate to completion, first class workmanship and nothing was too much trouble. Would use them again and recommend them to others."

Review 3 Sep 2011 Recommended by customer in Chester le Street, DH2 54.8423, -1.5906 business Spring Drives http://www.referenceline.com/block_paving-in-durham-springdrives-13833	Cost: £2616

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

7/10

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Quality		7/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		6/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		7/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		8/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Customer Review

New drive, block paving plus patio area.

"Very good value for money. Friendly team, good communication."

Review 18 Aug 2011 Recommended by customer in Chester le Street, DH2 54.8425, -1.5937 business Spring Drives http://www.referenceline.com/block_paving-in-durham-springdrives-13833	Cost: £2000

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

9.3/10

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Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		9/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		8/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Remove trees, plants, lawn and old drive. Relay whole area with cobble block paving including new eco drains and soakaway.

"Very happy with quality service and staff. Excellent job. Would recommend without hesitation."

Review 22 Jul 2011 Recommended by customer in Durham, DH7 54.7672, -1.6451 business Spring Drives http://www.referenceline.com/block_paving-in-durham-springdrives-13833

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

9.8/10

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Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		9/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Prepare and lay new blocks to drive.

"Steve provided an excellent service and came with good recommendations."

Review 13 Jul 2011 Recommended by customer in Durham, DH1 54.8008, -1.5658 business Spring Drives http://www.referenceline.com/block_paving-in-durham-springdrives-13833	Cost: £4500

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

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Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

New drive at front relayed patio at rear.

"Spring drives get full marks. An excellent company which was a pleasure to employ: friendly, hard working with a boss, dedicated to quality. So good is the work, 2 other friends are now booking Spring Drives too!"

Review 8 Jun 2011 Recommended by customer in Durham, DH7 54.7345, -1.6578 business Spring Drives http://www.referenceline.com/block_paving-in-durham-springdrives-13833	Cost: £6500

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

9.5/10

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Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		8/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Repave patio + 140 sq metres.

"A very good job. Some extras were carried out with no extra charge."

Review 2 Jun 2011 Recommended by customer in Durham, DH1 54.7778, -1.5693 business Spring Drives http://www.referenceline.com/block_paving-in-durham-springdrives-13833

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

9/10

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Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		6/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Paving a back – garden patio.

"The work was quickly and neatly done. When we wanted a shed moving a bit further from the wall, they came back quickly and shifted it for us."

Review 29 May 2011 Recommended by customer in Chester le Street, DH3 54.8470, -1.5747 business Spring Drives http://www.referenceline.com/block_paving-in-durham-springdrives-13833

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

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Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Timing

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain when the work was expected to start and finish?

Payment

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain how to pay (e.g. cash, cheque, etc.)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?

Invoice

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you an invoice showing the cost of materials, labour and VAT?

Guarantee

Yes

On completion, did the firm give you a guarantee for a specified amount of time, or usage (where applicable)?

Customer Review

Replacement of old concrete drive with blocks.

"The team worked quickly and efficiently, and were always willing to make any suggested changes to produce the perfect product. Nothing was too much trouble for them."

Review 11 Apr 2011 Recommended by customer in Durham, DH1 54.7967, -1.5763 business Spring Drives http://www.referenceline.com/block_paving-in-durham-springdrives-13833	Cost: £2100

Satisfaction Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

Show All


Quality		10/10
The quality of the work was as expected and agreed

Tidy		10/10
There was little disruption and the site was left clear and tidy

Service		10/10
The team was friendly, helpful, considerate and professional

Value		10/10
The firm's charges are reasonable for the work involved

Good Practice

Charges

Yes

Before starting work, did the firm explain the charges including labour, materials, callout & VAT (as appropriate)?

Reliable

Yes

During the work, did the firm keep its promises about costs, timing etc.?