The resin bound driveway industry is one of the fastest-growing areas of the home improvement sector — which means there are a lot of contractors competing for your business. Standards vary enormously. Here's how to choose a company you can trust.
Red Flags to Watch For
No Physical Evidence of Past Work
Any reputable installer should be able to show you multiple completed installations — ideally in your area, and ideally projects completed 2+ years ago so you can see how the surface has aged. If an installer can only show you photos and won't provide references or addresses to visit, be cautious.Price That Seems Too Good to Be True
A resin bound driveway installed at significantly below market rates is almost always cutting corners somewhere — usually on the quality of the resin, the sub-base specification, or the preparation. The price range for a quality installation is relatively consistent; undercuts of 40%+ should raise questions.Pressure to Commit Quickly
A legitimate contractor won't pressure you to sign up before you've had time to consider the quote and compare alternatives. Hard selling and urgency tactics are a warning sign.No Written Contract or Specification
Your agreement should be in writing, specifying the area to be covered, the aggregate, the resin brand, the sub-base specification, the warranty, and the payment terms. An installer unwilling to commit to these details in writing is a risk.Questions to Ask
What We Offer
- At Yorkshire Resin Drives, we:
- Carry full public liability insurance
- Install using only UV-stable aliphatic polyurethane resin
- Carry out all work with our own employed team (no subcontractors)
- Provide a written specification with every quote
- Offer a workmanship warranty on every installation
- Are happy to provide references and addresses of completed projects to visit
Contact us for a free site survey and quote — no obligation, no pressure.