# Complete drives and patios ltd Complete drives and patios ltd is a builder in Leigh on Sea. Rated 5.0/5 from 130 public reviews across 2 review sources. This is the MyTrustedTraders public-evidence profile for this trader, with independent reviews, credentials and registry data from named public sources, no ads, and no paid placement. Trust Score: 65 out of 100 (good record, gaps to check). The score rests on rated 5.0 from 130 reviews across 2 review sources. The earliest independent record of them trading is 2014, so at least 12 years. They appear in 3 separate independent sources. We cross-checked Companies House: this business is officially registered for work that matches the builder services it advertises - independent confirmation it's a genuine business set up to do this kind of work, not just a directory entry. 12 reviews in the last 12 months, in line with their long-term review pace of about 20 a year. ## About We at complete drives and patios ltd specialise in driveways and patios to customers choice of patterns and designs to customer satisfaction and that we offer a wide range of different types of paving and we all so offer it at affordable prices ## Public review evidence (by source) | Source | Average rating | Reviews | | --- | --- | --- | | Checkatrade | 5.0/5 | 123 | | MyBuilder | 5.0/5 | 7 | _Per-source review counts may overlap. They need not sum to the 130 cross-checked total above._ Independently rated 5.0 out of 5 across 2 separate review sources. Ratings that agree across independent sources are far harder to fake than a single glowing profile. Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for builders in Leigh on Sea. Across 24 builders in Leigh on Sea, the typical rating is 4.9 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally. Most recent review: 6 months ago. ## What customers consistently say _Recurring strength themes from this trader's own reviews, each with a verbatim quote:_ - **Reliable and punctual** (Quoted from 3 reviews): "John and his team completed the job working like a well oiled machine, arrived at 8am each morning" · Checkatrade, 27 Feb 2026 - **Clear communication** (Quoted from 3 reviews): "They always kept us informed about the work they were carrying out and explained everything that they do." · Checkatrade, 9 Feb 2026 _Respectful and tidy in your home (3 reviewers describe them being respectful of the home and leaving it clean):_ "John always kept me up to date with the process, and kept everywhere clean and tidy when done for the day." · Checkatrade, 5 Mar 2025 ## What customers consistently praise _Themes mentioned across this trader's own public reviews:_ - Friendly & polite (mentioned in 36% of reviews we've read) - Quality of work (mentioned in 27% of reviews we've read) ## Often reviewed for _Job types repeatedly named in this trader's own public reviews:_ - Landscaping & garden (11 reviews) ## In customers' own words _Verbatim quotes from this trader's public reviews, each attributed to its source:_ > "John and his team completed the job working like a well oiled machine, arrived at 8am each morning , clearing away tons of concrete and stones , before laying the new block paving to perfection. Great communications polite, friendly and reliable, and no payment made until all work completed. 5* Highly recommended" > Source: Anonymous (5.0, via Checkatrade) > "I hired Your Choice Drives and Patio to block pave a section of the driveway in front of my home, and I couldn’t be happier with the result. John was excellent from start to finish. He came out within a day to assess the work and promptly provided a very competitive quote. The job was completed quickly, professionally, and to an exceptionally high standard, the before and after photos speak for themselves. I’m really pleased with the quality of workmanship and the overall service. I would highly recommend John and his team to anyone considering similar work." > Source: Shani C (5.0, via Checkatrade) > "John and his team did the most amazing transformation of my front garden & drive. Worked so hard. Professional and courteous the whole time. Already booked to do my back garden. Would 100% recommend." > Source: Anonymous (5.0, via Checkatrade) ## Trades Builder, Driveway / paving contractor ## Services they list _Listed on public sources or the business's own website; check directly that they cover your job before you book:_ - Block Paving - Concrete Driveways - Driveway / Patio Design - Driveway Cleaning / Sealing - Driveway Repair - Gravel / Shingle Driveways - Patios / Paving - Permeable Paving - Soakaways ## Areas covered _Towns and areas this trader lists serving. This is their own stated coverage, so confirm they cover your exact address before you book:_ - Essex - Leigh-on-Sea ## Verified & regulated status - Checkatrade-verified: Trading address verified, Identity checked, Meets Checkatrade Standards (member since 2019) - Checkatrade lists these business details: Company type: Ltd Company - Checkatrade lists public liability insurance as: Self-certified by the business on 13/02/2023 ## What we checked, and when _What MyTrustedTraders independently checked for this business (verified items only):_ - Review volume: MyTrustedTraders shows 130 public reviews on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing) - Public listing spread: MyTrustedTraders shows 2 public listings for this trader. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing) - Business identity: MyTrustedTraders shows public business identity data for company number 09113219 with operating status active. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing) - Contact phone: MyTrustedTraders shows a public phone contact on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing) Full verification checklist: https://mytrustedtraders.com/traders/your-choice-drives-and-patios-ltd/checks ## Credentials & sources - Credentials shown: 0 - Companies House status: Active - Caution: Confirmation statement overdue at Companies House. The business is still on the register, but these are legal obligations it has not met. Check the official register directly before making contact or paying anything. - Run by 1 director; the longest-serving current director was appointed in 2014 (Companies House officers) - Evidence held from: Checkatrade, MyBuilder - Check dates vary by source. Where we hold a date, the check shows it. ## Before you hire a builder _What to check when choosing this kind of trade (general guidance, not a claim about this business):_ - Never pay a large deposit up front. Agree a staged payment schedule tied to completed milestones, and hold a small retention until snagging is done. - Get it in writing: an itemised quote with scope, materials, start and finish dates, and how any changes (variations) will be priced. - Be wary of a cash-only price or pressure to start tomorrow. Both are red flags for an unaccountable job. - Ask to see a portfolio of completed work like yours, plus recent references you can contact. - Check the credentials and registrations that matter for this work, and that they are current. ## Contact - Phone: 07307 234646 --- Source: MyTrustedTraders, https://mytrustedtraders.com/traders/your-choice-drives-and-patios-ltd Real public evidence only: every figure traces to a named source, and reviews are cross-checked across 2 review sources. If a source does not carry a field, it is not shown.