Professionally Finished Shingle Driveways
Shingle driveways are one of the most popular surfaces in Britain, and it’s easy to see why.
Harrington Brothers installs high quality, professionally finished shingle driveways across Chelmsford, Epping, Brentwood and the surrounding areas of Essex, Hertfordshire, Kent and London.
Low maintenance and full of natural, rustic charm, a shingle drive is also one of the most cost-effective ways to give the front of a property a fresh start.
There’s a difference between tipping gravel on the ground and building a shingle driveway that behaves for years.
We prepare the ground properly, excavation, a compacted sub-base, weed membrane and solid edging, so the stone stays where it should, drains freely and doesn’t sink into ruts.
Every installation is fully guaranteed and backed by £10m public liability insurance.
Gravel Driveways Done Properly
Our expert contractors use the finest pea gravel and driveway stone to achieve a smooth, even surface with clean, defined edges.
We offer a wide selection of colours and sizes of driveway gravel, from warm golden shingle to cool slate greys, so you can personalise the appearance to suit your home.
Paired with block paved or timber edging and matching pathways, the result is a frontage with real character.
The right stone size matters more than most people realise.
Too small and it tracks into the house on shoe soles; too large and it’s uncomfortable to walk and drive on.
We’ll recommend the correct grade for a surface that’s stable underfoot and under tyre, and we always lay to a depth that covers properly without becoming soft going.
Why Choose a Shingle Driveway?
Shingle earns its popularity on practical grounds as well as looks:
- Cost-effective, typically the most affordable driveway surface per square metre.
- Free draining, rainwater soaks straight through, so shingle is naturally SUDS friendly and rarely needs planning permission.
- Natural security, the distinctive crunch underfoot announces every arrival; many homeowners consider it a deterrent in itself.
- Rustic charm, shingle suits period cottages and country plots as naturally as it does modern homes.
- Simple upkeep, an occasional rake and a top up every few years keeps it looking freshly laid.
Shingle is also ideal for pathways, borders and garden areas, so we can extend the same finish across your whole outdoor space in one visit. And upkeep really is as light as it sounds, our guide to maintaining your driveway covers the little jobs that keep any surface looking its best.
One of Our Key Residential Services
Harrington Brothers completes numerous shingle driveway and landscaping projects every year, making it one of the key services we offer.
Installations are carried out quickly to keep disruption to your day to day life to a minimum, and our customer care doesn’t stop when we drive away, we make sure every customer is completely satisfied with their new driveway and the service behind it.
It’s how 90% of our work ends up coming from recommendations and referrals.
Residential, commercial or local authority, we see every shingle project through from start to finish.
Weighing up your options?
Compare shingle with our tarmac, resin and block paving and sandstone driveways, or browse the full range of driveway services.
Quotes are free and without obligation, and finance options, including 0% APR, subject to status, are available.
Get in touch with one of our expert advisers today.
Ready for a professionally laid shingle driveway? Call 01277 546016 for your free, no obligation quote today.