Choosing the right Brick Paving Company

Choosing to pave an area is not a decision that should be taken on lightly, it is adds real class to any part of your house but it must be remembered that it is a near permanent feature and should therefore be done by professionals. Outdoor paving however is not an easy task and there are several elements which can result in it all going horribly wrong. If procedures are not properly followed and if the job is not undertaken by professional brick pavers you run the risk of having the entire job costing you considerably more money than it would have if you had got it done by a reputable paver. There are many fly by night rogue traders about and one is often tempted to go with the cheapest quote, however you must be aware that not all paver are created equal.

There are several simple things one can look out for when choosing a brick paving company and several criteria that a brick paving company should be adhering to before you choose them to create a permanent installation at your home. Choosing a brick paving company that does not exhibit the following criteria will result in costly and time consuming rebuilds.

Members of the Master Builders Association: This trade organisation for members and employees of the building trade is the oldest organisation of its kind in South Africa, all members are held to the exacting standards of their particular trade and by their affiliation are made to be accountable for their actions.

MBA Contract: By being a member of the above organisation they have access to the standard MBA contract which is designed protect both the consumer from poor quality workmanship and the paver from debt defaulting clients.

Member of the Concrete Manufacturers Association: By assuring that only the highest grade concrete is used in the bricklaying process you can remove one more uncertainty from the process and be assured a long term brick paving solution. Not all concrete is equal and when it comes to brick paving it is important that you have a high quality concrete mix.

Awards: Awards from relevant associations that recognise quality of product and service within their niche. Awards from the MBA and the CMA are relevant for the brick paving trade and the associations are respected within this field. Look for a company that has awards from these organisations.

Guarantee: Choose a brick paving company that has an extensive guarantee, a company like SA Paving offers 25 years on theirs. This is a sign of confidence in their product. A brick paving company which offers anything less should not be considered.