Customer reference for drives/paths services as told to pickapro by Colin Ashworth from Bray, Co Wicklow on 28-Feb-2007

When was the work done?
Summer of 2005.

What was involved?
We had a huge patio put in of 100 square metres. James basically had to dig up half our garden to fit it in. It's a fantastic job.

How did you choose Drive Style?
I saw their van with the company name on it. James showed me pictures of his work and the quality was excellent.

Had you definite ideas in mind before you talked to James Mason?
No, I didn't. I had rough ideas but James explained to us why they wouldn't work. I wanted to bring the patio right up to the edge but James recommended to leave a bit of planting room to give it a more natural look. He was right and it looks 100%.

Did James introduce new ideas?
Yes, he did. He sketched out the whole thing a couple of times.

How did the project run?
I found them very efficient, reliable, and trustworthy.

What was the biggest benefit to you of using Drive Style?
The suggestions James made worked and the job was done very well. The job was done two years ago this summer and it's still perfect. Drive Style did it all and we didn't have to worry.

What's your favourite part now?
James put a retaining wall all around our patio which is great for sitting on. We hadn't thought of that until James suggested it. James likes to use practical things as opposed to just things for show.

Would you recommend Drive Style to others?
I have already done so.

Any tips for other people?
Just talk to them and explain what you are looking for. That way you can draw on their experience. It's also helpful to see previous work done and photographs. Drive Style does that.