Driveways

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A driveway built to last

Your driveway is the first thing people see and one of the hardest-working surfaces on your property. A well-built concrete driveway shrugs off the weight of cars, trailers and the occasional delivery truck while lifting the look of the whole frontage.

We pour driveways across Newcastle and the Hunter in everything from a clean plain-grey finish to coloured, stencilled and exposed aggregate looks, all built on a base prepared to carry the load.

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The benefits

Why choose a concrete driveway

Built for the load

Poured at the right thickness with steel mesh reinforcement so it carries daily traffic without cracking or sinking.

Low maintenance

An occasional wash and a re-seal every few years is all a concrete driveway needs to keep looking sharp.

Finish to suit

Plain grey, coloured, stencilled or exposed aggregate. We help you pick a finish that suits your home.

Adds value

A tidy, durable driveway lifts kerb appeal and the resale appeal of the whole property.

Our approach

Preparation is everything

A driveway is only as strong as the ground under it. We compact and grade the base, set the falls so water runs away from your home, form up cleanly and place reinforcement before a single load of concrete arrives.

Step by step

How we build your driveway

1

Consultation

We visit the site, talk through finishes and budget, and give you a free written quote.

2

Prepare the base

Excavate, compact and grade the sub-base, set drainage falls and build the formwork.

3

Pour and finish

Place reinforcement, pour the concrete and finish it to the look you have chosen.

4

Cure and seal

Let it cure properly, then seal on request for extra protection and easier cleaning.

Good to know

Driveway questions

How thick should a concrete driveway be?

Residential driveways are typically 100mm thick over a compacted base, increasing to 125-150mm with steel mesh where heavier vehicles use them. We confirm the right spec after looking at your soil and access.

Will my driveway crack?

All concrete can develop fine hairline cracks as it cures. We control this with proper base compaction, reinforcement and control joints cut at the right spacing, so any movement happens where it will not be seen.

How long until I can park on it?

You can usually walk on it after a day or two and drive a car on it after about a week. We recommend keeping heavy vehicles off for the first month while it reaches full strength.

Can you match an existing colour or finish?

In most cases, yes. Bring us a photo or show us the existing surface and we will get as close as the materials allow.

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Ready for a new driveway?

Tell us about your property and the look you are after, and we will arrange a site visit and a free, no-obligation quote.

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