The cost of a new driveway is proportional to the total square footage of the project area.
As space increases, more surfacing and base materials are required.
Larger driveways not only require more labor but more heavy equipment.
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Cost by Materials
*All per square foot.
The choice of materials for a new driveway is one of the most significant determiners of its total cost.
Aggregate
The average price for a new driveway made with aggregate is $7.50 per square foot.
An aggregate driveway, also called a pebble finish driveway, is composed of colorful stones.
This rough surface works well for colder climates.
Concrete drivewaysare smooth, low-maintenance, and highly durable.
Gravel
A newgravel drivewaycosts an average of $3 per square foot.
Gravel is the clear winner in terms of low-cost driveway materials.
Pavers of concrete, brick, or natural stone are high-end driveway materials with similarly high-end prices.
Despite the upfront cost,driveway paverssignificantly add to the visual appeal and long-term value of a home.
A long approach driveway is necessary for houses that are generously set back from the road.
Stained Concrete
Treating a new driveway with decorative stain typically costs $8.75 per square foot.
Much like stained concrete, stamped concrete turns an ordinary building product into one of note.
Permeabledriveway pavingmaterials allow water to drain within them instead of off of them.
This is a benefit to the environment because the chance of flooding is minimized.
Permeable materials also help the earth replenish groundwater.
Driveways can also be extended in a similar fashion.
The price range from removal is from $1 per square foot to $5.35 per square foot.
Existing driveways that are unstable should be removed before installing the new driveway.
Grading the site of a new driveway usually means using heavy equipment, unless the driveway is especially small.
Grading helps slope the driveway away from the home and encourages water to flow in the right direction.
Resurfacing a concrete driveway costs an average of $14 per square foot.
Repairs and maintenance extend the life of the driveway.
At some point, though, it is necessary to replace it.
Gravel should be bulk-delivered.
Whether distributing gravel by hand or laying pavers by hand, the work is slow and painstaking.
Generally, driveway installation requires professional help.
Large equipment like dump trucks, skip loads, bulldozers, and plate compactors are needed.
The cheapest driveway to install is a gravel driveway.
Including materials and installation, a new gravel driveway costs an average of $3 per square foot.
Asphalt driveways can last up to 20 years.
Well-maintained concrete driveways can last longerup to 40 years.
Concrete driveways are prized for their smoothness and solidity.
Plus, concrete driveways are easy to maintain and they add high resale value to a home.
If those are your goals, then a new concrete driveway is worth it.
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