Searching for dependable driveways in Harlow? PMB Paving & Landscapes designs, supplies, and installs block paving, resin-bound, and tarmac driveways across Harlow and the surrounding Essex area. Every drive is built on a properly engineered, free-draining sub-base and finished to last and you’ll have a clear, fixed written quote in hand before any work starts.
Driveway contractors Harlow homeowners rely on
Your driveway is the first thing anyone sees, and a poorly laid one shows it fast, sunken blocks, weeds, and puddles after every shower. As established driveway contractors in Harlow, we do the groundwork properly: correct excavation depth, a fully compacted sub-base, solid edge restraints, and real drainage. The result is a flat, clean, hard-wearing drive that still looks sharp years later.
We’ve installed drives on tight terraced frontages in central Harlow and larger in-and-out drives around Old Harlow, Church Langley, and the surrounding villages, so we understand local access and the area’s clay-heavy ground. We plan each build around your property rather than installing the same drive everywhere.
Driveway types we install in Harlow
Block paving driveways – the most popular choice in Harlow. Hard-wearing, repairable block by block, and available in a huge range of colours and laying patterns. Explore our block paving services.
Resin-bound driveways – a smooth, seamless, permeable finish that’s low-maintenance and weed-resistant, and naturally SUDS-compliant. See our resin driveway options.
Tarmac driveways – a cost-effective, durable surface that’s ideal for longer drives. View our tarmac driveway service.
Compare every option on our main driveways page, or see finished drives in our gallery.
Do you need planning permission for a driveway in Harlow?
In most cases, no, provided the surface is permeable or drains to a permeable area within your property. Under permitted development rules introduced in 2008, planning permission is only needed to lay an impermeable driveway in your front garden if the area exceeds five square metres and the water can’t drain away naturally. Permeable block paving, resin-bound surfaces, and proper channel drainage keep you compliant. You can read the official guidance from GOV.UK and the Planning Portal. We design SUDS-compliant drainage into every Harlow driveway as standard.
Adding an EV charger? The rules just got easier
If an electric vehicle is on your radar, here’s good news: since 3 June 2026, homeowners in England no longer need planning permission to install an EV charge point on a driveway. We can lay your new drive EV-ready, with cabling routes and a charger base in place, so installation later is quick and tidy.
Our driveway installation process
We begin with a free on-site survey to measure up, check levels, and discuss materials and budget. You receive a clear written quote with no hidden extras. On installation, we excavate to the correct depth, lay and compact a Type 1 sub-base, install edge restraints and drainage, lay your chosen surface, and finish with jointing or sealing. We leave the site clean and safe at the end of every day.
For installation standards we follow manufacturer specifications from suppliers such as Marshalls and best-practice guidance in line with the British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI).
One team for the whole project
Because we handle paving, driveways, and landscaping in-house, we can tie your new drive into the rest of the property matching patios in Harlow, garden walls, and landscaping. We’re also established paving contractors in Harlow, so you get one accountable team and a consistent finish throughout.
Fully insured, local and guaranteed
PMB Paving & Landscapes is a fully insured driveway and landscaping company serving Harlow and the wider Essex–Hertfordshire area. We arrive when we say we will, keep the site tidy, and back our work with a workmanship guarantee.
Get a free driveway quote in Harlow
Ready to start? Use our contact page to request a free, no-obligation quote and site survey, and we’ll recommend the best surface and layout for your home and budget.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a new driveway cost in Harlow?
Cost depends on size, material, access, and groundworks. Block paving, resin-bound, and tarmac sit at different price points, so we give you a fixed written quote after a free site survey rather than a vague estimate.
How long does it take to install a driveway?
A typical domestic driveway takes around three to seven working days depending on size, drainage, and the surface chosen. We confirm the timeline in your quote.
Which driveway surface lasts longest?
Well-installed block paving and resin-bound surfaces both last 20+ years with minimal upkeep. Block paving has the advantage that individual blocks can be lifted and replaced if ever needed.
Are resin driveways available in Harlow?
Yes. Resin-bound driveways are one of our most popular options in Harlow, smooth, permeable, weed-resistant, and SUDS-compliant. See our resin driveway page for details.
Do you offer free quotes?
Yes. Every driveway quote in Harlow is free and carries no obligation.