Our Services
A complete range of groundworks, paving and masonry services for residential and commercial projects.
Driveways & Block Paving
A beautifully finished driveway is one of the most impactful improvements you can make to your property. At Alliance Pavement and Masonry, we specialise in designing and installing driveways that combine durability with kerb appeal. Whether you prefer the classic herringbone pattern of block paving, a sleek tarmacadam finish, or a solid concrete surface, our experienced team delivers results that stand the test of time.
We work closely with every client across the South of Ireland to select the right materials, colours and patterns to complement your home. All our driveways are installed on a properly prepared sub-base with drainage considerations, ensuring no pooling or subsidence issues down the line.
From small residential driveways to large estate entrances, we handle projects of every scale with the same attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship.
- Herringbone & basketweave patterns
- Permeable paving options
- Machine-laid tarmacadam
- Decorative concrete finishes
- Proper sub-base preparation
- Integrated drainage solutions
Patios & Garden Paving
Transform your garden into a functional and beautiful outdoor living area with a professionally laid patio from Alliance Pavement and Masonry. We install patios using a wide range of premium materials including natural stone, Indian sandstone, limestone, granite, and modern porcelain paving tiles.
Our team takes the time to understand how you use your outdoor space and designs a patio layout that maximises usability while creating a stunning visual impact. We ensure every slab is precisely levelled and jointed, with proper falls for water run-off and a solid foundation beneath.
Whether you want a cosy corner for al fresco dining or a grand entertaining space, our patios are built to last through Irish winters and beyond.
- Indian sandstone specialists
- Porcelain paving tiles
- Natural limestone & granite
- Step construction included
- Pointing & jointing expertise
- Garden design consultation
Tarmacadam & Asphalt
Alliance Pavement and Masonry provides professional tarmacadam and asphalt surfacing services across the South of Ireland. Our machine-laid tarmac delivers a smooth, durable finish that is ideal for driveways, car parks, private roads, farm lanes, and commercial forecourts.
We use only the highest quality bituminous materials and state-of-the-art paving machinery to ensure an even, long-lasting finish. All surfaces are laid on a properly prepared base course, with attention to levels, gradients and drainage to prevent water damage.
Our tarmac services are available for both new installations and resurfacing of existing surfaces. We also offer coloured tarmac and chip-and-spray finishes for a distinctive appearance.
- Machine-laid for even finish
- Hot-rolled asphalt
- Binder & wearing courses
- Car park line marking
- Coloured tarmac options
- Resurfacing & patching
Foundations & Groundworks
Every great building starts with solid foundations. Alliance Pavement and Masonry offers comprehensive foundation and groundwork services for residential and commercial projects throughout the South of Ireland. From strip foundations for house extensions to raft foundations for new builds, we have the expertise and equipment to get your project off to the right start.
Our groundwork services include site clearance, excavation, sub-base preparation, and concrete pouring. We work to engineer-approved specifications and coordinate closely with architects, engineers and building inspectors to ensure full compliance with Irish building regulations.
With decades of combined experience in the construction industry, our team can handle challenging ground conditions, including rocky terrain and high water tables common across Cork, Kerry, and the surrounding counties.
- Strip & raft foundations
- Concrete ground floors
- Rising walls & blockwork
- Engineer-spec compliance
- Radon barriers & DPMs
- Building regulation adherence
Drainage & Soakaways
Effective drainage is critical for protecting your property from water damage, flooding and damp. Alliance Pavement and Masonry installs a full range of drainage solutions including French drains, soakaways, channel drains, surface water drainage systems and sustainable urban drainage systems (SUDS).
Ireland's wet climate makes proper drainage an essential consideration for any paving, building or landscaping project. Our drainage specialists assess your site conditions and design a system that efficiently manages water run-off, preventing pooling and protecting your investment.
We also carry out drainage repairs, upgrades and connections to existing systems. Whether you need a simple garden soakaway or a comprehensive site drainage scheme, we deliver reliable solutions that meet all Irish Water and local authority standards.
- French drain installation
- Soakaway construction
- Channel & linear drains
- SUDS compliant systems
- Septic tank connections
- Surface water management
Kerbing & Edging
Quality kerbing and edging provides the finishing touch that defines and contains your paved surfaces. Alliance Pavement and Masonry supplies and installs a wide range of kerbing solutions including natural granite kerbs, concrete kerbing, decorative edging, and road-standard kerbs.
Kerbing serves both an aesthetic and practical purpose — it creates clean boundary lines, prevents spreading of paved areas, and directs surface water into drainage channels. We install kerbs to exacting standards with a concrete haunch for lasting stability.
Our kerbing services complement all our paving and driveway installations, and we also offer standalone kerbing projects for roads, housing estates and commercial developments across the South of Ireland.
- Natural granite kerbs
- Concrete bull-nose kerbs
- Dropped kerbs for access
- Decorative garden edging
- Road-standard installation
- Concrete haunch bedding
Concrete Work
Concrete is the backbone of modern construction, and Alliance Pavement and Masonry delivers expert concrete work for projects of all sizes. We pour and finish concrete slabs, footpaths, yard areas, shed bases, garage floors, and structural elements to the highest standards.
Our team uses quality ready-mix concrete and skilled finishing techniques to achieve a smooth, durable surface every time. We offer power-floated finishes for industrial floors, brushed finishes for slip resistance, and exposed aggregate for decorative effect.
Whether you need a small garden path or a large commercial floor slab, our concrete specialists have the equipment and know-how to deliver a result that meets your exact requirements.
- Power-floated finishes
- Brushed & broom finish
- Exposed aggregate
- Reinforced with steel mesh
- Expansion joints
- Pump & pour capability
Block & Brick Laying
Alliance Pavement and Masonry employs skilled block layers and bricklayers who take pride in their craft. We build garden walls, boundary walls, retaining walls, feature walls, and structural blockwork using a variety of materials including concrete block, natural stone, engineering brick, and decorative facing brick.
Every wall we build starts with a proper concrete strip foundation and is constructed to structural requirements. We use stainless steel wall ties, movement joints, and damp-proof courses where required. Our pointing and finishing is meticulous, ensuring a wall that looks as good as it performs.
Whether you need a simple garden boundary or a complex structural wall, our masons have the skills and experience to deliver outstanding results across Cork, Limerick, Waterford, and beyond.
- Concrete block construction
- Facing brick & feature walls
- Natural stone walling
- Structural blockwork
- Plastering & rendering
- Pier & pillar construction
Site Clearance & Excavation
Before any construction project can begin, the site must be properly prepared. Alliance Pavement and Masonry offers comprehensive site clearance and excavation services including demolition, tree and vegetation removal, topsoil stripping, rock breaking, and bulk excavation.
We operate a fleet of excavators, dumpers, and haulage vehicles that allow us to tackle sites of any size efficiently. All waste materials are disposed of responsibly through licensed facilities in compliance with Irish environmental regulations.
Our site clearance services are available as standalone projects or as part of a larger groundworks package. We work closely with engineers and project managers to ensure sites are prepared on schedule and to specification.
- Machine & manual clearance
- Demolition services
- Rock breaking & removal
- Topsoil stripping & storage
- Licensed waste disposal
- Bulk excavation
Landscaping & Earthworks
Alliance Pavement and Masonry offers professional landscaping and earthworks services that transform outdoor spaces across the South of Ireland. Our services include land grading, levelling, contouring, topsoil supply and spreading, and preparation for planting and turfing.
We use precision GPS-guided equipment for large-scale earthworks, ensuring accurate levels and gradients. Whether you need a flat lawn area carved from a sloping site or a complete landscape makeover with terracing, paths and planting areas, we have the capability to deliver.
Our landscaping work integrates seamlessly with our paving, walling and drainage services, allowing us to deliver complete outdoor transformation projects from initial site clearance through to the finishing touches.
- Land grading & levelling
- Topsoil supply & spreading
- Garden terracing
- Lawn preparation & turfing
- Raised bed construction
- Complete garden makeovers
Fencing & Gates
A well-installed fence provides security, privacy and a polished boundary for your property. Alliance Pavement and Masonry supplies and installs a wide range of fencing solutions including timber panel fencing, post and rail fencing, close-board fencing, metal railings, and agricultural fencing.
All our fencing is installed using concrete or treated timber posts set in concrete foundations for maximum stability. We also supply and hang a range of garden gates, driveway gates, and farm gates to complete the boundary treatment.
Whether you need to secure a residential garden in Cork city, fence a paddock in rural Kerry, or install railings at a commercial property in Limerick, Alliance Pavement and Masonry has the solution.
- Timber panel fencing
- Post & rail fencing
- Close-board fencing
- Metal railings & gates
- Agricultural fencing
- Concrete posts & gravel boards
Retaining Walls
Retaining walls are essential structures for managing slopes, creating level terraces, and preventing soil erosion. Alliance Pavement and Masonry designs and builds retaining walls using concrete block, natural stone, reinforced concrete, and gabion baskets to suit every application and budget.
Our retaining walls are engineered to withstand the lateral earth pressures they face, with proper drainage behind the wall to prevent hydrostatic pressure buildup. We install weep holes, drainage fabric, and gravel backfill as standard practice to ensure long-term structural integrity.
From small garden terracing walls to large commercial retaining structures, our team has the expertise to deliver safe, durable and visually appealing retaining wall solutions across the South of Ireland.
- Concrete block retaining
- Natural stone retaining walls
- Reinforced concrete walls
- Gabion basket walls
- Drainage & weep holes
- Engineer-designed solutions
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