MJP Driveways: Dorset's Most Trusted Driveway Company

The cost depends on the size of the area, the material you choose, and the condition of the existing surface. As a rough guide, standard block paving starts from around £90–£120 per square metre, while resin-bound driveways are typically £100–£130 per square metre. Every quote from MJP Driveways is itemised and includes all labour, materials, groundwork, and disposal, with no hidden fees.

Yes. While we’re proud to be a Dorset-based company, we also cover parts of Hampshire and Wiltshire. In Hampshire, we serve all towns and villages in the districts of Portsmouth, Gosport, Southampton, Eastleigh, Fareham, Winchester, New Forest and Test Valley. In Wiltshire, we work in and around Salisbury. If you’re within reach, we’ll let you know during your enquiry. If you’re unsure if we cover your area, please contact our professional and friendly team today to confirm.

A standard residential driveway usually takes between 3 to 7 working days from start to finish, depending on a range of factors. This includes excavation, laying the base, installing the surface, and finishing touches. Larger, sloped driveways and surfaces, complex projects in general, may take longer, especially if drainage work is needed. We’ll always give you a clear timeframe before any work begins.

Yes. MJP Driveways is fully insured with public liability cover, and all work is carried out by experienced, trained contractors. Many of our team members have decades of hands-on experience. We’re fully compliant with all relevant industry standards for surfacing and groundwork, and we’re also a registered waste carrier, so you can be confident that all excavation waste and materials will be removed and disposed of legally and responsibly.

We cover all of Dorset, including the districts of BCP (Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole), Purbeck, East Dorset, and North Dorset. We’ve worked in towns and villages across the county, from Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, Ferndown, Wimborne, and Blandford Forum to Wareham, Swanage, Verwood, Saint Leonards and the Blackmore Vale. If you reside in or around Dorset, we’ve likely done a job near you.

In most cases, no. However, if your driveway is over 5 square metres and uses a non-permeable surface, you may need planning permission unless proper drainage is installed. We’ll always advise you on this and help ensure your new surface meets SuDS (Sustainable Drainage Systems) requirements where applicable. a job near you.

Our quotes include all labour, materials, site preparation, waste disposal, and any drainage work needed. There are no hidden costs, and we never charge for any work we did not scope or plan for. We also offer optional extras such as edging, borders, and decorative finishes. If the ground conditions are unusual or additional work is needed, we’ll explain that clearly before starting. We strongly believe in transparency and fairness, our reputation depends on it.

Absolutely. We’re happy to provide recent examples of completed driveways and patios across Dorset and beyond. We can even point you to jobs we’ve done in your local area. Many of our past customers are happy to offer references if requested. Please visit our gallery page to view high resolution images of some of our most recent projects.