Asphalt Driveways Central Coast

We are a Central Coast asphalt driveway contractor with experience building and repairing driveways for both residential and commercial clients.

About Our Asphalt Driveways..

Asphalt is a great medium for all kinds of driveways and pathways.

It is smooth, non-slip, easy to maintain, and its flexibility in shape and form means it can be easily tailored to your needs.

Using complementary materials such as timber and brick edging alongside asphalt driveway can also add character to an entrance, as well as protect gardens and lawns.

We are local, affordable and professional asphalt driveway specialists based on the Central Coast, near Gosford. We love building bitumen driveways. Give us a call today to arrange a quote and see how we can help with your new asphalt driveway.

What You Need to Know

Installing an Asphalt Driveway in Central Coast

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Is a Bitumen Driveway right for you?

If you are considering having a bitumen driveway installed somewhere on the Central Coast, there are several things you should keep in mind. Firstly, a Bitumen Driveway is a great option if you are looking for a smooth and durable surface that will last for many years. It is also relatively affordable and can be installed quickly.

A bitumen driveway is functional, adding an attractive and valuable asset to your home on the Central Coast. It can be combined with edging materials such as timber to give it a sophisticated finish that can complement your property, garden, and lawns. Bitumen driveways and paths are environmentally friendly, durable, and economical.

If you are looking for a durable and affordable driveway or pathway, asphalt may be the perfect option for you. Hot bitumen driveways are the best way to design access to your house. Contact our experts on the Central Coast to learn more about installing an asphalt driveway at your home.

Asphalt Driveway Repair & Resurface Options

Depending on your requirements and budget, there are three options to choose from when deciding on how to go about repairing and resurfacing your asphalt driveway on the Central Coast.

01.

Lay the asphalt on top of your existing driveway.

Asphalt driveway repaving is an option only possible if the existing driveway is in good condition. So, first, our experts will need to check that the new finished level of resurfaced asphalt won’t affect other structures such as fences, gates, and drainage. If this is the case you can choose to resurface the asphalt driveway this way.

02.

Lay the asphalt directly on the soil.

We will remove the existing driveway (if any) and compact the existing soil. An asphalt driveway built this way can be the most cost-effective but it can also be less durable, depending on whether the existing soil can drain well or not.

03.

Lay the asphalt on top of an aggregate base.

We will remove the existing asphalt driveway (if any) and add a 50-100mm layer of compacted aggregate underneath the asphalt. This is often the preferred resurfacing option for  long-lasting asphalt driveways and guarantees more durability since it is independent of external factors (such as original soil and existing driveway).

I just wanted to let you know that you guys did a really good job on my driveway. I’m glad I decided to work with you. Thanks again. My house looks so much better.
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Asphalt Driveway Construction Process

Step-by-step Guide

After identifying where you would like your bitumen driveway built, Coast Pave Asphalt will begin to remove your existing driveway material from the property. This price will be included in the quote. The materials will be loaded onto a truck and where possible, recycled. We strive to be as environmentally friendly as possible and thus aim to recycle 100% of the materials we remove from the site including old asphalt, concrete and pavers.

Old asphalt and concrete is recycled at concrete and asphalt plants and turned into strong, usable new asphalt or road base.

The next step is to begin preparing the shape of the driveway. The main factors to take into consideration are existing grades on and around your property, and where water flows when it rains. It’s important to ensure there is sufficient run-off as water is a major cause of damage to bitumen and asphalt driveways, causing potholes and cracks leading to deterioration over time.

Correct preparation of the sub-base is essential to ensure the longevity of your asphalt. What happens below the asphalt will, over time make its way to the surface which can lead to cracks or potholes.

As a rule Coast Pave put in 100mm of road base. Materials can be granite road base, crushed gravel or limestone, which will then be compacted using a roller and whacker plate to create a rock hard surface.

During the sub-base compaction process, we will check for any soft spots which may affect the integrity of the finished product.If the proof roll finds soft areas in the sub-base, Coast Pave Asphalt makes the necessary repairs in compromised areas to ensure the entire sub base is supportive. This step ensures the underlying surface is strong and ready to support new asphalt.

Once the supportive structures of a new asphalt surface are installed, the binder will be installed over the road base, allowing the top layer of fresh asphalt to be added to provide a clean, smooth ride.

Once the supportive structures of a new asphalt surface are installed, the top layer of fresh asphalt is added to provide a clean, smooth ride.

  • Surface asphalt is made up of small aggregate, sand, and oil.

  • This combination of materials creates jet-black asphalt that, when installed appropriately, provides a smooth ride and a shiny, attractive finished surface.

Once the asphalt and butt joints have been laid, the entire surface is smoothed and compacted.

  • Using a roller truck, the new asphalt pavement surface is compacted and smoothed.
  • This process step ensures that no small bumps of aggregate or stone are left poking through the smooth new surface.

Your asphalt paving contractor should follow these installation steps to make sure your new asphalt surface will provide years of durability and functionally for your home, business, city or town.

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