Of all the projects that come with owning a home, driveways often get pushed low on the priority list. After all, it’s just something cars drive over, what’s the big deal? Well, as one of the first impressions people see of your home and also one of the features you interact with on a daily basis, there are many reasons you should consider building a new driveway or repaving your current one. Plus, how much does it cost to repave a driveway?

Repair or Replace

Driveways show their age through cracks, crumbling, and holes, and the longer you put off fixing it, the more it will cost you. But how do you know whether to start over or just replace the bad parts? Budget, climate, area design trends, and DIY vs professional installation should all be considered as you’re hunting.

If you want to go the repaving route, the good news is you have plenty of options to revamp your driveway look. Pavers are slabs and blocks made from a variety of materials, such as clay brick, concrete, travertine, marble, limestone, and many more natural materials. There are countless color and design options, but the more you add, the steeper the cost. If repaving the whole driveway sounds like too much work and too much money, repairing small parts is the simpler, cheaper route. However, if your driveway is damaged through to the foundation, then replacing is something you should definitely consider. 

To repave an asphalt driveway, you can expect to pay between $3 to $7 per square foot. If you need to remove and replace an existing driveway, you’ll pay a bit more, making the cost to repave a driveway surface averaging between $8 to $15 per square foot. Depending on the complexity of the installation, this price can increase.

Concrete Pavers

One of the main conventional options for repavement, you can’t really go wrong choosing concrete pavers for your driveway. 

Pros – Selling at about $5 per square foot, concrete pavers are a very affordable driveway material option. Its natural neutral color can fit with a wide variety of home styles, making it popular with both lower and higher budget areas. It’s also very durable, and with proper maintenance can last a long time. 

Cons – A con of concrete pavers is that it can stain easily, so if there are leaks from car fluids you’ll want to clean them up right away. If not properly taken care of, concrete cracks in harsh winter conditions and with de-icing processes. Concrete is also not considered “stylish” compared to other material options. 

Clay Brick Pavers

One of the other main conventional driveway material choices, clay brick pavers are a great and reliable option. 

Pros – Selling between $3 and $8 per square foot, clay bricks are fairly affordable. They can also be designed many different ways whether you want something stylish or more rustic looking. Bricks are easily replaceable, and with proper maintenance and installation, they can last for years. 

Cons – The brick style doesn’t fit with the design of some homes. Bricks are also more fragile than concrete, and lots of maintenance is required to keep them looking good. 

Limestone

Limestone has become a popular option for driveways in recent years. Limestone pavers have a soft, chalky feel about them. Because limestone is formed over long periods of time and composed of calcium carbonate, each piece has a unique and beautiful aged look. Natural limestone is used on its own as a paver, but there are also different variations made from limestone that can be used as well, the two common ones being travertine and marble. 

Pros – There are many design options. It’s also a very heavy and sturdy material, so it will last a long time if properly taken care of and maintained. 

Cons – A main disadvantage of limestone is displacement — it can crumble from walking on it/tire tread and then carry to grass/indoors. You’ll need to replenish it and it requires more clean up. It’s also a bit more pricey, putting the cost to repave a driveway at around $10 per square foot. 

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Travertine

Travertine pavers are a higher-end limestone alternative to concrete that could be worth considering. 

Pros – A great selling point of travertine is its durability. Additionally, it holds up during seasonal changes and absorbs water quickly, making it a non-slippery surface. Aesthetically, it is desirable for its beautiful, rustic design and earthy feel. Compared to other stones, it is a more affordable option. 

Cons – Selling between $17 and $22 per square foot, travertine is on the steeper side of material cost. It can also get damaged if not maintained, or if it’s experiencing a lot of heavy vehicles and foot traffic. For proper care, it needs to be sealed periodically. 

Marble

Another form of limestone, marble pavers are a popular option for those looking to have some grandeur and opulent design in their driveway. Its natural look offers a less subtle touch of sophistication.

Pros – Marble is widely known as a luxurious material, so for homes that fit that description, this material will add elegance to the exterior, as well as adding overall value to the home. Marble is also water resistant, so it does well outdoors in certain climates. 

Cons – Because of its elegance, marble is one of the more expensive material options, selling between $15 and $30 per square foot. It also requires special maintenance, and is susceptible to car fluid stains. 

Conclusion

Driveways are an under-looked but important part of the exterior design of your home. There are so many great options to choose from to fit your needs, whether you’re looking to replace, repave, or repair.

Contact U.S. Brick & Block, South Florida’s Premier Paving and Hardscape General Contractor, for your driveway needs. We can help you determine your exact cost to repave a driveway, as well as do the work for you!