Cost guide
How much does a driveway specialist cost?
Driveways are priced per square metre. Excavation, sub-base and drainage account for more of the cost than the surface itself.
- Typical day rate
- £280–£450
- Smallest job
- from £55
- Priced jobs
- 4
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What each job costs
| Job | Unit | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Block pavingIncludes excavation, MOT type 1 sub-base and edge restraints. | per m² | £95–£170 |
| Resin-bound surfaceNeeds a sound base — laying over failed tarmac will not last. | per m² | £75–£130 |
| TarmacThe cheapest per m², but the shortest life of the three. | per m² | £55–£100 |
| Dropped kerbCouncil licence and highways approval required first. | per kerb | £900–£2,000 |
Ex VAT. South East baseline — the calculator adjusts for your region.
Keeping the cost down
- New driveways over 5 m² must be permeable or drain to a soakaway.
- Ask how deep the sub-base is — 150mm is the minimum for cars.
- Never buy from a doorstep caller offering 'leftover tarmac'.
Common questions
- How long does a driveway take?
- Three to six days for a typical two-car block-paved drive, weather permitting.
- Do I need planning permission?
- Not if the surface is permeable or drains to a soakaway within your boundary.
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