Bricks, Masonry, Asphalt and Concrete - Calculate Driveway Resurface
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cookman
01-13-08, 10:30 AM
How would you figure out how many tons of asphalt you need to resurface driveway. I have a asphalt driveway that needs resurface and I was just trying to get an idea before I call out the experts so I don't have total sticker shock. Thanks for your help.
Concretemasonry
01-13-08, 11:12 AM
You will be better off getting several bids. The cost of a driveway is not just the tons of asphalt, but includes removal/preparation and placement with the necessary equipment that contractors have.
You may want to check out a concrete driveway if you are considering a new driveway. It may be more, but will last longer wothout the constsnt maintenance. The price of oil had had a real influence on the cost of asphalt.
If you are a DIYer, you can look at interlocking concrete pavers that are more of a DIY project that you can do at your own pace and schedule.
Dick
You may want to check out a concrete driveway if you are considering a new driveway. It may be more, but will last longer wothout the constsnt maintenance. The price of oil had had a real influence on the cost of asphalt.
If you are a DIYer, you can look at interlocking concrete pavers that are more of a DIY project that you can do at your own pace and schedule.
Dick
Frank99
01-14-08, 04:54 AM
One Ton of asphalt (2,000 lb) will cover eighty Square feet at two inches thick.
so-elitecrete
01-20-08, 02:47 PM
weighs 110#,,, you can do the rest easily,,, figure a 3" overlay'll compact to 2"