How to choose a paving company

Hestelle Robinson

Deciding on a brick paving company, leaves you with several options of contractors unfortunately not all of them can provide the quality of work you want and deserve. As with all industries there are always some bad apples. It is not always the cheapest quote that delivers the lowest quality brick paving and conversely it is not the priciest paving company with the flashiest business card and website that will be the most reliable or produce the highest quality paving.  

Here are a few pointers when looking for a South African brick paving company.

1. First decide what type of paving you want, this can be decided with the help of a South African paving company and will vary depending on the area that you want paved. By choosing an experienced and renowned paving company you are employing someone that has undoubtedly seen more paving than you have.
2. Base your choice on a company that has the relevant experience in the type of paving work you want done, be it residential or industrial.
3. Look for a South African paving company with experience, word of mouth recommendations are important, the end result is quality workmanship and peace of mind. However paving can be temperamental and is subject to ground movements and the naturally occurring plant life. So it is important that the paving company you choose has the experience to handle whatever type of soil conditions.
4. Experience comes with recognition, look for a paving company that has received industry awards. This is the best way to judge a contractors commitment to quality. The South African paving company with the most awards may not necessarily be the cheapest, but you will have peace of mind knowing that your paving job will be of the highest quality. 
5. A well-established paving company will also be able to guarantee their work, which is something you may not get from a smaller contractor. Larger South African paving contractors will also be insured which is important when undertaking any type of building work on your own property. 

Outdoor paving is a great way to add a touch of elegance to your patio, garden path, pool area or driveway. It can however become problematic if not done properly by an experienced team of pavers. Choose a South African paving company that has the experience and resources to give you the paving that you desire.    

Written by: Emilio Montanari, General Manager of SA Paving