Planning a block paving sealing job in Ballymena
Ballymena is a sizeable town with a mix of semis, terraces and newer estates, and many drives here were first laid decades ago.
Dropped kerbs in Northern Ireland go through DfI Roads, so we build that timing into the plan for new drives.
How much does a block paving sealing job cost in Ballymena?
Most block paving sealing job quotes in Northern Ireland fall within £5–£14 per m² including VAT. A 50 m² drive would usually be about £240–£710, with any extras listed separately on your quote.
| Item | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Sealing only | £5–£14 per m² |
| Jet wash clean with a rotary cleaner | £2.50–£5 per m² |
| Clean and re-sand | £5–£9.50 per m² |
| Clean, re-sand and seal | £7.50–£19 per m² |
Guide figures for Northern Ireland, checked 9 November 2026. See all prices or use the guide price tool.
What you get with our sealing service
Sealing only works on paving that has been cleaned and re-sanded first and is completely dry, so it is usually part of a clean, re-sand and seal package. It is not permanent: most sealers need renewing every three to seven years as they wear in the wheel tracks, and new paving should be left for a few months before sealing so moisture and any white efflorescence can clear.
- Check that the paving is clean, re-sanded and dry
- Sealer applied evenly by roller or low-pressure sprayer
- Second coat where the product requires it
- Drying time and a date when cars can return
- Edges, walls and doors protected
What we look at first in Ballymena
- How much joint sand is left
- Which sealer finish suits a slope or patio
- Type of block and its age
- Moss, algae, weeds and oil staining
- Whether any blocks are loose or sunken first
What happens next
Send the basics
Postcode, what you need and a rough size. Photos help.
Survey
We measure, check levels, ground and drainage, and talk through blocks and patterns.
Written quote
An itemised quote with the specification, the price and the start date.
The work
Our paving team builds it to the agreed specification and leaves the site swept.
What you can expect from us
Itemised quotes
Break-out, waste, edging, drainage and covers are separate lines you can see.
Clean finish
The site is swept, the joints are filled and you are shown how to look after the paving.
Water planned first
Falls, channels and soakaways are designed before the pattern is chosen.
The dig and sub-base in writing
Your quote states the depth of dig, the sub-base thickness and how it is compacted.
Sealing in Ballymena: questions
Can you seal my drive straight after cleaning?
Only once it is completely dry and re-sanded. Sealing damp paving traps moisture and can leave a white bloom.
How often should block paving in Ballymena be cleaned?
Every two to four years for most drives, more often for shaded or north-facing paving.
Do you cover Antrim, Ballyclare and Ballymoney?
Yes. We cover Ballymena and the places around it, including Antrim, Ballyclare and Ballymoney, and the rest of County Antrim.
How much does a block paving sealing job cost in Ballymena?
Guide price for Ballymena: £5–£14 per m² including VAT, with a minimum charge for small areas.
Sealing near Ballymena
Nearby towns we cover for sealing, and sealing across County Antrim:
- Sealing in Antrim
- Sealing in Ballyclare
- Sealing in Ballymoney
- Sealing in Larne
- Sealing in Newtownabbey
- Sealing in Carrickfergus
