Driveway paving cost: the three ways to fix a driveway
Driveway paving isn't one job — it's three different scopes of work. Sealcoating protects asphalt that's still sound, resurfacing adds a new layer over a solid base, and full replacement rebuilds the driveway from the base up. This guide shows example prices for each, based on our current price book.
2026 example prices
Prices by driveway size and service.
From the same itemized price book our instant estimate uses. Your own price depends on your driveway's measured size and layout.
| Driveway size | Sealcoating | Resurfacing | Full Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 400 sq ft | $200–$300 | $2,500–$3,100 | $5,100–$6,100 |
| 600 sq ft | $300–$400 | $3,400–$4,100 | $6,900–$8,300 |
| 800 sq ft | $400–$500 | $4,200–$5,000 | $8,800–$10,400 |
| 1,000 sq ft | $400–$600 | $5,000–$6,000 | $10,700–$12,600 |
| 1,500 sq ft | $600–$900 | $7,100–$8,400 | $15,400–$18,100 |
| 2,000 sq ft | $800–$1,100 | $9,200–$10,900 | $20,000–$23,600 |
Example straight driveways 12 ft wide. Edge length and crack fill are example allowances, not measurements.
Three services, not three quality tiers
Sealcoating is maintenance: crack fill plus two protective coats over asphalt that's still in good shape. It extends the life of a healthy driveway but can't fix structural problems.
Resurfacing (an overlay) puts a new layer of asphalt over the existing driveway. It works only when the base underneath is structurally sound — the contractor confirms that on site.
Full replacement removes the old driveway, rebuilds or repairs the base, and paves new asphalt. It's the right call when there are base failures, drainage problems, or widespread cracking.
What moves the price
Size is the biggest driver, but layout matters too: curves, turnarounds and extra edges add labor and material. Base condition, drainage, and how much preparation the old surface needs all change the final number.
That's why an estimate measured from your own driveway beats any statewide average. Enter your address above and we outline your driveway on aerial imagery, calculate its square footage, and price the service you choose from the same itemized price book behind the tables on this page.
Pricing factors
What affects driveway cost?
Driveway size
Most line items are priced per square foot of driveway, so size is the biggest driver. We measure yours from aerial imagery.
Layout
Curves, loops and multiple sections take more hand work at the edges than a straight run.
Base work
A regraded base costs less than excavating and installing a new, deeper gravel base — but a good base is what keeps a driveway from cracking.
Surface material
Asphalt, concrete and pavers differ a lot in price. Thickness and the number of asphalt layers matter too.
Removal and disposal
Breaking up and hauling away the old driveway. Thicker or multiple old layers add cost.
Sealing scope
For sealing, the number of coats, crack filling and oil-spot priming set the price.
Site conditions
Drainage problems, soft soil, ledge or tight access can change the scope. The contractor confirms these on site.
FAQs
Common questions.
How do I know which service my driveway needs?
As a rule of thumb: surface fading and hairline cracks point to sealcoating, surface wear with a solid base points to resurfacing, and deep cracks, sinking or drainage problems point to replacement. The contractor confirms the right scope during the free on-site measurement.
Are these prices a quote?
No. The tables show preliminary example prices from our current price book for typical driveway sizes. Your instant estimate is measured from your own driveway, and the final price is confirmed in writing after an on-site visit.
Do you serve my town?
The instant estimate works for every address in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Our town guides list local considerations for many communities in both states.
Every figure on this page is a preliminary example from our current itemized price book, not a quote. A local contractor confirms the scope and final price after an on-site visit.
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