FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

At YC Construction we aim to be as transparent with our processes as possible. If you have a question that isn't answered below, please contact us or call on 0114 360 2424 to speak to our friendly team. Questions and Answers below.

What local areas do you cover?

We supply our services to West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, Harrogate, York, Selby Chesterfield & surrounding areas.

What about utility pipes & cables?

All utility supplies are usually far deeper that we need to dig. We will survey the property before digging commences to ensure nothing is potentially crossing the area.

Will the work make lots of mess & disruption?

Our philosophy is to create as little disruption as possible when laying new driveways. Waste and rubble are put straight on our lorries for transport to recycling centres and we ensure none of it is left on your property.

We also take great care to avoid obstructing roads and pathways, keeping the area as safe as possible.

Will the driveway affect my properties drainage?

We have taken training courses to study the legislation around surface water drainage and driveways. We ensure all driveways have suitable drainage provisions in place to avoid any issues with water around your property.

What are the advantages of getting a new driveway?

New driveways have a number of advantages for your property. A high quality drive will improve appearance, access, safety and practicality around your home.

A skillfully laid driveway will also increase the resale value of most properties.

Will my neighbours experience any disruption?

We take every opportunity to limit the amount of disruption faced by you and the surrounding properties. There will of course be some noise from excavating equipment, but we ensure that is kept to a minimum and only during sociable hours.

Do you use sub contractors?

No, all work is carried out by our highly experienced team members, to ensure the quality of all new driveways.

How do you prevent weeds on the new driveway?

To prevent weeds from affecting a new driveway, we apply a permeable membrane beneath the surface layer. This allows moisture to pass through and prevents weeds from penetrating the surface.

How long does it take to install a new driveway?

Most driveways for a medium sized property (ie. 3 bedroom semi) take around 3-4 days. Some simpler options such as gravel can be completed quicker.

Other factors may affect this so we can give a more accurate estimate when we survey your property and give you a price quote.

Does a driveway require planning permission?

No, you won’t need planning permission if your new driveway uses permeable (or porous) surfacing. This means the surface allows water to drain through, and applies to gravel, permeable concrete, block paving or porous Tarmac. This also applies if rainwater is directed to a lawn or border to drain naturally.

If choosing an impermeable driveway that does not allow water to run to a permeable area, planning permission will be needed for driveways over 5m².

How long does the weed-suppressant membrane last?

The high durability membrane used will last upwards of 200 years when underground and not exposed to UV light.

Will I need a skip outside my property?

No, for most driveway installations we remove any excess material directly in our own lorries.

What about driveway aftercare?

After every driveway installation we give full advice on how to maintain your surface and keep it in good condition.

How is the ground prepared for a new driveway?

Different driveway types require different preparation. However we generally excavate the area to a depth of around 12 inches (30cm), then apply an MOT hardcore sub-base and weed-supressant membrane, before the final surface is added.