Cost Of Asphalt Driveways
How To Estimate Asphalt Driveway
Asphalt driveways are typically priced by the “ton”. Currently in this part of New England asphalt driveway costs about $120 to $150 per ton installed with little to no base prep. In order to estimate the cost of a driveway resurfacing or a complete new driveway you need to understand how to calculate the total tons. We use the following equation:
Tons Of Asphalt Pavement = Square Yards Of Pavement * 0.057 * Depth Of Pavement In Inches
So my example is as follows: 1 Inch thick wearing surface with 3,423 square feet of pavement. To get square yards I needed to take 3,423 sq. ft. of pavement divided by 9 sq. ft. per sq. yard = 380 sq. yards. Therefore my tons of asphalt = 380 sq. yds * o.057 * 1 inch = 22 tons of asphalt pavement. If you assume an average cost of $140 per ton then the driveway costs $3,080.
If you’re building a new driveway then you need to base it on a depth of 3-inches. Most asphalt driveways have 2 inches of base pavement followed by 1 inch of wearing pavement. Obviously the asphalt driveway cost will depend on exactly how thick your new driveway is.
The example above is one way to estimate the job cost. Another gut check for me is to look at the cost of the asphalt plus the crew/equipment cost. Right now (July 2012) just asphalt alone is at $75/ton. So 22 tons at $75/ton = $1,650. A driveway that size will take about 4 hours, lets say a half day (you can usually do either 1 or 2 driveways in a day so just figure out if you’re a really large one or an average size. Crew costs plus equipment is around $400/hr for 4 hours = $1,600. Materials plus labor therefore is around $3,250. So my point is these are tools for getting you in the ballpark….i.e. this is a $3K +/- job and not a $10K job.
The asphalt surface is only one factor in having a strong driveway. Be sure your new driveway has an adequate driveway sub-base with proper drainage.
This is all very helpful despite the light argument over asphalt per ton costs. So here is my question. We are looking at buying a house in central NH with a 200 ft driveway that is on a hill, looks like about a 20 degree slope. The current “driveway” looks like just a dirt/gravel road with deep tire ruts. So I am wondering what the complete costs would be to regrade the driveway, then put down a couple of inches of road fill, then roll, then an inch of asphalt.
It seems that the job cited here has an existing decent base, which is not the case for our consideration. I really appreciate any guidance that anyone may offer.
Thanks.
Kevin – obviously without seeing the driveway it’s pretty hard to say. However, if you just assume that the prep work would take between 4 and 8 hours for a crew, then the prep work is likely in the $1500 to $3000 range. Very wide range of course but that should get you in the right ball park conservatively.
I just had a 45′ x 22′ (990 sq ft) asphalt driveway paved. Most of it was over an existing older gravel drive, but I extended about 12′ into my yard and widened it buy about 3′ down one side. Where I added I dug down and added two inches of modified stone ($25/ton). Paving guys came in used 1.5″ base course and 1.5″ top course. Cost for that was $2,300 or about $2.32/sq ft. I’m just outside of Philadelphia.
I am in Bensalem, Bucks County. Are you nearby and who did you use? Thanks, Justin
Who did you use Tim? I live in Doylestown
I would have to say that whoever wrote this article needs to get a lesson In asphalt bidding and proper the method installing asphalt. There is a reason why at least in California you must have a contractors lisc.
I found this article filled with poisonous misinformation, and when readers look at this you are only doing them a dis service by making them skeptical by your lack of competency in this field /craft. I find that your comment about be cautious about asphalt workers knocking on your door and Leary of this. Well I think anyone who reads your article should be Leary by your failed attempt to educate people in a field you apparently have little to no knowledge in.
You give “us” successful licensed contractors a bad name by your two cents. We educate and work with customers. So with all do respect stick to your day job, which isn’t Asphalt!!!
Cory – With all due respect I do know what I’m talking about. I’m a project manager and head engineer for a large company that does millions of dollars in asphalt paving every year. If you’re so upset then why don’t you actually spell out what you’re upset about..what is poisonous? You see here in NH and most likely around the Country there is a problem with roaming “gypsy” pavers who do EXACTLY what I mentioned. So why not show me some respect and spell out your issues so that I can clearly address them.
I coudlnt agree more with you Todd. I found your info very accurate. all the bids i recieved for my driveway lined up with what you stated.
if your going to knock someone, please put the information in where he is wrong.
Yes, I know this post is old but..
The “gypsy” pavers are prevelent in West Virginia as well. I would say California actually has laws preventing the gypsies from ripping innocent people off.
Cory,
Every state has its own laws and California probably has the most. NH must have less restrictive laws, just like WV. :)
My mom had a guy stop off at her home and offer her asphalt for her driveway. He claims he was doing a job and had extra and needed to get rid of it. Quote her $500 for the job. After he finished the job he tried to go up on his price to $1500 . He argued with my mom and left with only $500 or the option on loading up his asphalt and leaving her property. We have to be very careful working with anyone that sales from their vehicle and not an office.
I can explain it all for you sir . You did see where this,gentleman is from right ? California , they sell 1200 square foot homes for 200,000$ so I and I’m sure everyone here that has read your information greatly appreciate your time and effort to help those of us who know nothing of these services , thanks again and keep us informed of any other helpful information you may have . As for the other gentleman I feel sorry for people like you who only see the negativity in others ,this man wasn’t asked for this information he volountered it . Thanks again
Todd-The Author of the Article, not the other “Todd” responding.
I have been in the Multi Family Apt business for over ten years and find your article to be very helpful. You DID add in cost of fuel labor etc…
I am in the market for Asphalt as I write this letter. There are 5 contractors here in Abilene TX. I have received several bids. What I cannot get one single company to tell me is how they calculated it.
I know they need to make a profit, they dont need to “hide” that part from me. I know they have to pay Labor, Fuel, Machine costs.
But at this moment, I cannot get anything other than a total dollar amount, and based on my “Best Ballpark Figures” they are asking double what it should be.
Here i sit, with temps dropping to low to actually do the work, and unable to get anyone to be honest with me. Guess will hafta call Dallas and start the process all over again.
Thanks for you help!
Debbie
Debbie – Glad you found the article useful. Remember there can be significant differences in prices regionally. If you are getting similar prices from several reputable companies then it’s likely you’re getting a fair price.
Hi Debbie, Contractors have different overheads,material & labor costs ect. and may have different profit margins depending on so many factors. bottom line is there are very few contractors who wiil share all of the factors that equate to a final price. they dont need that info to get out on the street. every day you buy multiple items from gas, groceries, to maybe a new grille. imagine asking every supplier of all the items you purchase to supply you with their costs and profit margins. You can have my contract specifying how and what i will sell you and what it will cost. Its none of your business what i did to get to those numbers.
Thanks Todd. Interestingly enough I only need 3400 sq foot patch. Price quoted is 13,600. Very high quote no matter how you do the math. I generously came up with 6000 according to all calculations I used. I am looking for at least 2 more bids. Am I wrong as a consumer to ask how they come up with their figures? I am being met with hostility and told flat out no way are they telling me.
How many inches is the asphalt?
Not sure many will tell you. Some may tell you how many man hours and how much in materials…but they are not likely to share much else.
I am a construction worker so who leave it at that but I have always noticed when so some accuses me of something I had nothing to do with it makes me laugh but people who get irritated about us asking them questions well then they are hiding something from you, we as consumers have the right to know where our hard earned dollars go so you find out from him or get a new contractor . It always pays to do this BEFORE you start . Thanks
I’ve been in the asphalt business for over a decade now and have seen it all. Driveway after driveway falling apart from shady paving contractors. Most people around here have learned to stay away from the door to door contractors. I love to see good advise on the net about keeping away from this type of contractor. I do see where Cory is trying to go, I think.
You figure $1600 labor to pave a 3,000 sq. ft. driveway. So 5 employees payed at lets say $150 a day is $750. Gas for equipment and trucks will run about $200 in town. Thats $750 left for the company. Advertising cost. Hello? How can that possibly keep a company running? Taxed at 30% there is no room for the owner to even pay for his $200,000 in equipment let alone pay his morgage. God forbid we have to dig and lay a six inch base.
Time to get out of the paving business with your figures. These figures you give are the prices the door to door guys give, about $1.50 a sq foot. Also the prices of 2000, its 2013 now….. A reputable contractor should be at least $2.00 and yes they should outline the tons used and prep work to be done.
I understand your company does millions of $ in asphalt a year. Do you guys charge by the hour? No. Million dollar bids.
How much do you make a year? I need a job.
I think your figures are a bit flawed. First off, your 5 guys need to pave more than one driveway in a day. At the very least they should be doing 2 or more driveways that size for the $150/day. I won’t argue that these are aggressive prices, but frankly that’s the damn market we’re in. We are facing very small profits as are most in the business. The prices are current as well.
Again, remember, these are very Regional numbers. If were were 100 miles south closer to the city in Boston, the prices would likely be 50% higher. These are JUST guidelines to help customers figure out what a driveway may cost. The real issue, and best approach, is getting 3 REPUTABLE bids.
Yeah the market is bad but 1.00 a sq. Ft? I know many many many residential asphalt guys across the country. No one is charging under 2 a sq ft. and none of them charge by the ton….
That’s for ONE inch of pavement. If you’re charging $2/sf per inch then you my friend are doing very well. Please do me a favor and READ the entire article, let’s say you’re putting down a new driveway, 2″ of binder and 1″ of finish. You’re looking at just over $3/sf for the driveway. I’m fairly certain you’ve missed that key aspect of the article. Again…guidelines my friend so someone can compare how thick the driveway in the bid is.
I am having an additional driveway and having it tie back to my original. The total Square footage is apx 715 (65×11). My they will have to dig and grade as the current driveway is about a foot lower than the yard they are installing the new driveway on. My understanding is that there will be 2″base and 1″top. The quote I received for this was $3,900 for crushed top vs finished black top and $5,900 for finished product. Based on your figures isn’t this way too high then? I live in MD close to DC
Not sure I understand. Are you saying $3,900 for excavation and a gravel surface.
or
$5,900 for excavation work, prep and the 3 inches of asphalt?
The prep work is likely to cost as much or more than the paving.
5,900 for the entire project. Asphalt driveway 65×11.
Is that too steep?
the 3,900 was a cheaper option provided where instead of asphalt its some sort of crushed black top?
Frank – That seems quite reasonable. If this was “just” paving the paving job would cost approximately $2,000 to $3,000. Again, the amount of excavation is likely as much or more. They have to remove lots of material, then install a proper base, grade it, compact it all before paving. Seems very reasonable.
Thank you so much for the response. I just don’t know enough about it and wanted to ensure I wasn’t being ripped off. Thanks again
Cheers,
Frank
Frank – My pleasure…..the whole point of writing these articles is to give people like you unbiased information. I sure hope you’ll share our site with friends. The best way to help us is by sharing it on Social Media, Google Plus, etc. Good luck!
Todd, thanks for the good info. I live outside San Antonio TX and have a very large driveway, approx 1200′ long. I had one of those door-to-door salesmen refinish half of it about 7 years ago. Many areas of the asphalt have now fallen apart into crumbled pieces. I would like to get the entire driveway replaced and have some questions:
– Would the cost per sq ft be the same or would there be a discount price on a larger job like this?
– Will the removal of my existing asphalt be a big deal or do they just recycle it back down into the new asphalt?
– If I decide to abandon that driveway and put another one somewhere else on my property, would it cost more to start from scratch?
Bryant – Thanks for the compliment and great questions. First let me remind you that the pricing estimates I’ve shown on my site are certainly susceptible to local market variations.
A driveway that size is typically a bit cheaper than a small one. That’s because the mobilization of equipment is the same for both.
Removal of the existing asphalt is labor intensive and requires excavation equipment. Because of that it’s certainly going to be expensive. However, it won’t be as expensive as starting a new driveway.
Good luck.
I just built a new house with a crushed gravel driveway. The driveway has about a year of wear and tear. Would I still need to pay for a sub-base when I pave or can I just pave over a crushed gravel driveway that is still in good shape?
Jesse,
It depends on how thick the gravel is. If it’s thick enough then it can simply be graded prior to placing the asphalt.
Yes sir this is my first time to bid out a 34 by 15 peice of dirt into a drive way that’s 6 to 8 inches deep and going to be filled with De composed granette. how much would that be sir
I loved being informed as I am needing my asphalt driveway redone. I’ m a single woman who is unfortunately clueless with regards to estimates. I live in Ohio; my driveway is short. Can you ballpark the price for a new 34 x 11 driveway? I think it may need to be torn out as it is crumbling.
Linda – It really depends on several things, if it’s crumbling then you’ll likely need the old one removed (this is extra above what I’ve talked about in the article), then the driveway may need a proper gravel base (more money), then somewhere from 2 to 3 inches of asphalt pavement.
Your driveway, would be roughly $1,000 of asphalt assuming 3 inches thick and $140/ton. Again, this is just an estimate, because your driveway is small, the unit price will likely be higher. Let’s say it’s $1,500 in paving and then likely another $1,000 to $2,000 in prep work. If you budget around $3,000 you’d likely be safe.
Good luck.
Hey todd I’m a sales Guy trying to learn how to bid asphalt I know the basics just want to become a pro any suggestions and tell Linda I live in Ohio and I will give her bid
Todd – A bit off-topic, but not by much. Hundreds of homeowners in our subdivision will be affected.
I’m a homeowner in an HOA in the Southeast (NC). We have roughly 4.8 miles of roads at an average width of about 20 feet. If my math is right, that calculates to roughly 56,500 Sq. Yd.
It’s becoming evident that a 1″ layer will have to be done at some time in the next 5 – 10 years. (No financial reserve has been made yet for the job, and some of us are getting concerned about the magnitude of a future assessment.)
Thus, your type of guidance would be most useful for planning purposes.
Given the size of the project, is your formula still valid? I presume the cost per ton will be something lower than the spread you mentioned ($120 – $150) thanks to more efficient use of manpower and equipment than for a driveway.
Any guidance you can provide will be most appreciated.
Many thanks for your informative article.
Pete – 4.8 miles is a serious paving project. It’s likely you can hit the $100/ton possibly due to size of the project. However, it’s still going to be very expensive.
4.8 miles * 5,280 (ft/miles) * 20 ft = 506,880 sf
or
506,880 / 9 sf per sy = 56,320 sy
56,320 sy * 0.057 tons/sy = 3,210 Tons
3.210 tons * $100/ton = $321,000
I’d say you all need to talk! :)
Todd,
I find your comments refreshing. I have a 20-year old 1200-foot driveway in Wisconsin that is showing quite a few cracks and has a rough surface. Can this driveway be saved by re-paving over the top? Or am I looking at an entire replacement? Can I extend the life with rolled stone? I appreciate any thoughts.
Dick – It really depends on how the sub-base is acting. If the pavement is cracked but the base seems ok, then an overlay is likely a good solution. However, if they base is too worn out it may need need to be replaced.
Todd – I misstated the width of the roadway in our subdivision. It’s not an average of 20 feet.
The correct width is 28 feet, which calculates to roundly 77,000 sq. yards or eventual resurfacing.
Thanks again.
Thanks Todd for taking time to share your article with us as readers. It is very kind of you.
Quick question. I live in SE Michigan and have a large driveway (6,200 sq feet)that needs repaving. Other than about 10% of the area that I need to wedge due to being low, the rest should be fine with just a 2″ layer of asphalt. Am I ballpark with approximating that I need 45 tons of material? Any idea of what that would cost here in the general Detroit area. Thanks!
From my calculations: 6,200 SF / 9 SF/SY * 0.057 Ton/SY * 2 inches = 80 Tons
Honestly I have no idea what it is going for outside our region. I’d say a ball park will be $125 or so a ton for a job that size with no prep…..roughly $10,000
Todd – Many thanks for your willingness to share your knowledge.
Inasmuch as the developer still controls the HOA but has made no provision for what will need to be done at some point in the future, you’re absolutely right … we’ve got some talkin’ to do … some hard talkin’.
Kind regards,
Pete
Todd,
Trying to convert swale area from grass to asphalt ( 8″sub base, 8″ road rock, 1″1/2 asphalt) in Florida. 600 sq ft.
Can you give me a rough breakdown on what I should budget?
Thanks.
Ken
Ken – That’s not much asphalt, so you’ll likely end up being a labor heavy project. I’m really guessing here and I have NO idea how much work is required to prep for the stone/base, but I’d say you’re looking at $1,500 up to $2,500. Again, this isn’t very accurate without seeing the site, knowing what the local conditions are like. So take it with a serious grain of salt!
my question is , do and when I have a new driveway installed on my property do I need a work permit? and will I have the city inspect the finally work, and they will sign off on the project?i live in princess anne md. thanks a lot.
James – You’ll need to check with your local building code officials but typically driveways and landscaping projects do not involve permits unless you have something like a retaining wall.
Hi Todd,
I have a decent size driveway, about 100 feet is 25′(red gravel) wide with last part 10′ x 75′(old asphalt portion 75×8). With an approx. turnaround of 25×10(mostly gravel/grass), my calculations should give it 3500 sq ft.. Looking to newly blacktop gravel portion with the 2″base and 1 inch finish, and hoping to just do a 1″ finish over old asphalt. Sound right to you?
Thanks for your advice on all above queries.
Mike – without seeing the driveway it’s really hard to say. Proper base prep is everything with asphalt. So, the gravel portion, I’d want to know if it had a good base first (no loam, silty, soft material). As far as topping the old section, again, depends on if it’s in decent condition, no signs of structural failure or heaving. Best bet….get several reputable companies to come out, look it over and give you pricing/recommendations.
Thanks for the reply Todd.
existing asphalt has some low areas, seems to have been done in 3 small jobs and is different loads but overall seems good. The gravel portion has some silt, dirt, and black landscape material in one or two areas showing through, but has been very stable with the cars running over for past 4 years and very compacted. Will get several larger companies locally for bid/estimates.
Thanks again.
Mike
Hello, I have a 2400 sq ft asphalt driveway that has some cracks but is in relatively decent shape. I live in Ohio and was wondering if a small driveway could be “ground up” like you see on the roadways then resurfaced or does the entire driveway need to be removed then have 2 inches base and 1 inch finishing layer? Will get 3 bids but value your input and any other asphalt contractors reading this feel free to comment. Thanks!
Heather – Typically driveways are not reclaimed as it’s not cost effective. If you’re driveway is in decent shape I’d consider a couple options. One would be to seal the cracks and have a good quality sealer applied. The second option would be installing a 1″ top over the old driveway. Some reflective cracking can occur but this is a fairly common practice.
Hi Todd,
Our driveway in Malden, Ma, just outside of Boston, is 1,250 sg ft. It was laid down at leat 50 years ago and is rutted and cracked, needing a total sub surface and asphalt surface as well as the crushed stone base. Of course the old driveway would need to be demoed and hauled away. What would your best guestimate be? Also, do you know of any reputable driveway contractors in my area?
Ken – Without seeing it and knowing how far the material must be hauled it’s really hard to say. That’s a decent size driveway that will require a fair amount of prep work. Not sure what type of pricing is going on there, but the driveway alone is in the $3,500 – $5,000 range not including the prep. That’s likely another $1,500 to $2,500. Those are VERY rough numbers and likely may be meaningless depending on local conditions. I really do not know anyone down that way that I could recommend. Good luck.
Thanks for the reply. We actually have an asphalt plant in Malden about 2 miles from my house-Trimount Bitouminous. Given what you’ve previously estimated for others I figured around$7,500 for the total job so I guess we’re on the same page with the math. Thanks again, and I’ll let you know what it eventually costs.
Hi Todd,
Was wondering if you could do an updated article reflecting current prices? This article is originally from 2009. Just current updates, no need to re-do the whole article. Thank you
Just updated it, but the average hasn’t changed since 2012 when I last updated it. Remember, pricing will vary depending on where in the Country you are, and the size of the job. Small driveways can be as much as $150/ton, larger can be more like $120/ton.
Can you compare an asphalt driveway to a chip and seal? I am in Central Texas and they do a lot of chip and seal on roads. It seems to be about 1/2 the cost. Is asphalt that much better?
Karen – We don’t do much of that here in NH. So comparing costs isn’t something I’m prepared to do. Chip and seal is a system used to stabilize large portions of road at a cost savings. It’s certainly a way for municipalities to stretch their budgets but I’m not sure it’s a great driveway solution. Good luck.
I am a trustee on a private street in the Cincinnati area. We are looking at the cost to repave the street. The estimator for the actual paving was very helpful I’m also looking for an estimate for the cost of preparing the old asphalt surface prior to repaving. If we install 1″ of new asphalt I’m assuming we can just remove 1″ near the curb rather than the whole surface. Thanks for your help.
Just been scammed! Door to door, left over from another driveway, supposedly – covered 400 feet with asphalt. Dropped it on gravel driveway and spread it with hand spreader. Charged $6 per square foot (average, I understand is $2.35) – total $2400. Cashed check immediately.
Anything I can do about this?
Doubtful, file a complaint with the better business bureau. Sorry :(
Hi Todd. Yes they are out there. I hate getting educated after the the fact. You were on the money word for word. I have a straight truck load of asphalt and I can lay it for $1.50 and I can get more to finish your driveway and then I can deal it for $.30. When I said I couldn’t afford it. He said well just buy the asphalt and you can move it yourself and it will look just fine. So I’ll spread it over the road base I already have and it looks ok. Just wanted to confirm your facts. Thanks for the education.
Thanks. Interesting Information.
‘ A. G. ‘
We have a driveway approximately 115 ft. long by 8ft. wide a double parking space to turn around in. and a carport for one car about 10 w. by 14 ft. deep. Except for the car port the drive way has a good base of stone. We got an estimate of $14,500. that included 6″ inches of compact stone for the base. 2.5 inches of type 3 binder. then 1.5 of type 7 top coat. with a one yr. warranty. I think this is expensive? N.A.
Nancy – Hard to say, are they removing an old driveway? having to regrade it? Many factors play into this besides just the paving. I’d get at least 3 estimates, that should give you an idea of what the real number is.
Driveway measured @ 3,500 sf. with a serious slope. Existing is old asphalt that is cracking and a few places with divets (minor sinking). Need old material taken up, re-graded and paved. What thickness would you recommend? Any guess-timate of cost? Thank you!
Speaking of regional differences I’m from Western Canada and here in oil country it isn’t uncommon to see $200/T for highway jobs, let alone driveways. An average driveway price here is $7,000-10,000 (US$)in the city for a 1000sqft driveway @ 3in thick or $350/T conservatively. This is with no basework or removal of existing asphalt. So please be aware of your market, it varies wildly.
Hi. I am in NE. I received a quote for my driveway repair. The work involves extending the driveway by 200 sq ft, ripping up and replacing 120 Sq ft of old driveway, and resurfacing the remainder of the old driveway (400 sq ft). The amt was $3,000. Is this a reasonable rate. The contractor is well known in the neighbourhood, and I am not inclined to shop around. If it is fair, I will go with it, but I dont want to overpay. Can you please advice?.
Thank you
Seems very fair!
Can you put asphalt over cement drive way?
Yes….it’s been done for years on roads. I will tell you that it’s likely you’ll get reflected cracking after some time that matches cracks in the existing slab.
We moved into a new home that is need of some TLC. The driveway is asphalt, but some patches are crumbling. Recently, a “gypsie” contractor pulled up with a business card and actually a reputable company (neighbor is having his driveway done”. They quoted $32.00 a square yard, which by your calculations seems high! Am I missing something? Thanks for your help!
Some Guy came with his truck and told me he will do it for 2000 dollars only now if he leaves it will be 2600
my driveway is about 250 ft by 350 ft the most
Have drive that is 135 by 25 and side pad that is 95 by 12….. how much would a fair or reasonable bid be for this
LIVE IN SOUTHERN W VA..LOOK;N TO PAVE DRIVEWAY. APPROX 8 FT WIDE X212 FT LONG..WITH 4″ OF CRUSH & RUN STONE ; WITH 2.5″HOT ASPHALT BASE TYPE II & COMPACT & PLACE 1.5″ HOT ASPHALT WEARING I & COMPACT NEED BALL PARK PRICE IF POSSIBLE….THANKS.
January 2017,
Just did my asphalt drive last week. I did get 3 bids. The driveway is 1,930 sf.
1st was $9,200
2nd was $7200
3rd was $5,690 Which I took.
Unfortunately the day of the job they “discovered” there wasn’t an existing base and wanted to charge me $1,400 for installation of 4″ road base (42 tons) I was pissed but settled on $800 more for grand total of $6,500. Which made it $3.36 a sf in the very end. The additional money made me mad but for a separate property they had put it in as a separate cost if needed. I think when bidding this residential job they assumed there was a base but other bid was a 4-plex and they hedged their bid.
By the way, this work was done in Santa Barbara Ca.
Hi – My level driveway is 600′ long and in average shape. I think a 1″ new surface will work fine. Do i have the cracks filled first?
Based on what i have read in replies above, i estimated that a cost would be approximately $12,000. Does that sound right? Are there other costs i should have included?
thanks, Phil
Filling the cracks is certainly going to help keep water from getting in and causing problems down the road. However, it’s not necessary with a good overlay. Good luck.
Part 1: How much base gravel is needed to prepare for the asphalt? I’m in N.H. and our driveway is in need with a couple of rocks bulging thru and the driveway crowning on the 260′ x 10′. Being the second owner – not sure who did the original driveway. We have a 260′ x 10′ long driveway, and a 34′ x 60′ area to the garage doors to do. Scratching the 24′ x 60′ = seal coat this in future. Still looks good. Dug up next to the asphalt, 3-5 inch gravel, 3 inch top coat and sand underneath.
Part 2: We had a reputable (Angie’s list) company come over. 2 more after this. He said we need a 15″-17″ base? After ripping up the driveway, laying 15″ of gravel then compacting ($17,330 for gravel costs) then they will lay 3-4″ mix ($3800) or 3-8″ mix ($5300) on top for added cost.
I believe this is higher than usual. Neighbor next door has the same issue, but other 3 do not.
What would you recommend!!!! Please let me know!!!
Rick
Really depends on the soils in that area. If you have good sand, decent drainage, then 15″ of gravel is more of a commercial spec….you could get away with 8″ of gravel in the conditions are good.
I have a 20 year old driveway that was originally just the binder….there is still 2″ below garage opening…the binder is mainly in decent shape….do I just need whats called an overlay?…total square ft is 2500…wouldn’t this be much less expensive than starting from scratch?
yes it will be cheaper…you’ll just be putting down less thickness.
I have a driveway that is 120 ft long by 12 ft wide about how much should that cost live in Alabama close to Birmingham
Even though this post is a little dated I agree with Todd. That is about right and not a lot has changed in the last 6 years. Our prices have only gone up slightly in Colorado Springs.
If ya’ll know anyone in my area that is looking for Asphalt Contractor Services have them give us a call.
http://www.chasphaltmr.com
I’m looking for some cost info for a 2″ overlay on approx 2000sqft. We’ve got 180 lineal feet at 11′ wide. The existing surface is sound, but needs to be cleaned and some type of adhesive/primer applied. The apron needs to be saw cut and removed, but other than that, it’s a straightforward 2″ overlay.
We’re in Connecticut. I’ve gotten prices ranging from $6k to $10k. My gut tells me this is more like a $4k job.
Any advice?
Mix prices are up this year…get multiple bids…you’ll know what the market is bearing….while we all hope for less…things are getting more expensive.
I live in KY and have approximately 1,260 (roughly 15ft wide and 84ft long) square foot driveway that is asphalt. It is in really bad condition and crumbling up towards the street. We just resurfaced it not too long ago for about $300 but I’m wanting to have it torn up and a new asphalt driveway laid in it’s place. Could you ballpark an estimate. I know it is hard to know without seeing it and being further south than you prices will inherently vary, but I’m just trying to figure out a rough estimate on how much I’ll need to save to redo the driveway. Thanks.
I live in N. Georgia; trying to get county to pave our roads:(need 1600′ x 12′) 19,200. County says lookin @ $240K to $260K – that they don’t have. Existing gravel roads have 6″ or more 5/7 laid over last 10 years w/ crusher-run laid and rolled 2 yrs ago. Roads would need some prep work – we estimated $3,500 for motor grader work (1day); and then $3.25 for materials to achieve 2″ and 1″ total, costing 19,200 x $3.25 = $62,400 + $3,500 – total $65,900. Are my numbers and thinking that far out of line compared to their $250,000. Thanks
Can someone help me me figure this out please…the city is making me pave my parking lot they will not give me a c of o to open my restaurant… My lot is 65feet by 100 feet the code is 4to6 inches thick. How much asphalt do I need to do the job..I have road base down already.how much would that cost to do the project.