Practical guidance on driveways, car parks, groundworks, drainage and surface maintenance, drawn from the work our surfacing and paving teams carry out across Milton Keynes, the South East and London.
Perhaps one of the most difficult stereotypes facing the surfacing industry is that of the chap with a truckload of leftover tarmac asking if you'd like your drive tarmacked, this is not us. We respect that your driveway is the gateway to your home and will always treat it as such.
This year marks a huge milestone for us at Edwards Surfacing – 20 years in business as a proud, family-run asphalt surfacing company based in Buckinghamshire. What began in 2006 as one man’s ambition, working from a small portacabin, has grown into a trusted company delivering high-quality roads, driveways, car parks and public spaces across Buckinghamshire, London, the South East and beyond. The story starts with our founder Ken Edwards, who decided in 2005 to realise a lifelong ambition and...
From tired slabs to fresh tarmac — a major school surfacing project in Bedfordshire When Sandy Secondary School in Sandy, Bedfordshire came to us with a vision to completely overhaul their external courtyards, it was exactly the kind of project we love — substantial scope, a clear transformation, and a real improvement to the daily environment for hundreds of young people. This was a long-term relationship with the school, with works spanning from spring 2025 through to early 2026, making it...
Introduction In late April 2026, Edwards Surfacing completed two projects that highlight our experience across both commercial and residential surfacing. The first was resurfacing works at Premier Inn Brampton for Warren Contracting Services Ltd. The second was a driveway resurfacing for private client in Weston Turville. Below is a straightforward overview of the works, how we delivered them, and the end results. Project 1: Premier Inn, Brampton (Warren Contracting Services Ltd) Project...
When planning a new driveway, car park, or road surface, one of the most common questions we’re asked is: tarmac vs asphalt – which is better? While the two terms are often used interchangeably, they are not exactly the same. Understanding the difference can help you make a more informed decision for your project, whether you’re a homeowner or managing a large commercial site. At Edwards Surfacing, we’ve spent decades working with both materials across a wide range of applications. In this...
When it comes to modern transport infrastructure, asphalt for highways continues to be the preferred choice for local authorities, commercial developers, and road surfacing professionals across the UK. From major motorway networks to smaller access roads, asphalt provides the strength, flexibility, and durability needed to withstand constant traffic and changing weather conditions. For commercial developments and public infrastructure projects alike, selecting the right material is critical...
Ensuring the exterior of your home looks great and functions well isn’t just about curb appeal; it can also boost property value and improve everyday usability. For many homeowners in Buckinghamshire and beyond, investing in paving services for domestic properties is a smart way to achieve both. At Edwards Surfacing, a family‑run surfacing company with […]
