The cost of new paving or paving repairs depends on several factors, including your location, the complexity of the project, and the experience level of your paving contractor. It also depends on the size of the area (square metres) that you want paved, which impacts the amount of paving material and time required to complete the project.

Key costs to plan for include:

1. Clearing vegetation for paving.
2. Removing old paving and brickwork.
3. Subsurface preparation including ground levelling.
4. Installing flood water drainage.
5. Paving materials and delivery costs.
6. Hiring a skip and removing rubble.
7. Extra budget for unforeseen paving costs.

Remember: subsurface preparation ahead of laying paving is crucial - inferior subsurface preparation allows water to erode fine sand causing gaps and dents in your paving plus weeds that can grow through.

Our advice: Get a clear, itemised quote

Always ask your paving service for a detailed, itemised quote that includes:

1. Material costs
2. A breakdown of the building phases or steps
3. Labour charges (hourly or daily rates)

Also ask the paving installation company to divide the total costs into a per square metre price. This will give you a much clearer picture and understanding of the overall paving project price.

Typical daily labour costs:

Labour costs vary depending on the paving installer’s level of experience. Below are some average daily rates:

1. Labourer: R350 - R500
2. Apprentice: R500 - R800
3. Trade qualified: R800 - R1500
4. Experienced main paving contractor: R2000 - R2500
5. Multi-skilled, experienced paving contractor: R3500+

For the best results, it’s worth hiring a reputable, experienced paving contractor to supervise and guide the building team. This ensures a high-quality, long-lasting paving installation and can save you money in the long run. If needed, rather save up to hire the best paving service you can afford – the results will be worth it.

How can I keep my paving installation and paving repair costs down?

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1. Appoint an experienced paving contractor who understands your vision and the best, most affordable way to achieve it.
2. Avoid mid-project changes, as they often cause delays and extra costs. Provide images or examples of what you want upfront.
3. Be clear about your paving budget and ask for a clear, detailed paving quote upfront. It’s accepted practice to pay a deposit, but never the full amount upfront.
4. Check about handling fees. It’s often cheaper to buy and return paving materials yourself than let your paving installer do it.
5. Stay involved. Regularly walk the paving site, take regular progress photos, and address concerns early with your paving contractor to ensure a high-quality, long-lasting finish and save on overall costs.
6. Maintain your paving. This requires regular cleaning and resealing to keep its look and improve its longevity.
7. When you book your paving service or paving repairs through HandymanDirect, we’ve got your back. Simply send us a few photos, and we’ll provide an expert opinion - and even speak directly to the pavers on your behalf.