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Driveway Resurfacing vs. Replacement Costs

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Home Cost Experts
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Driveway Renovation Decisions: Resurfacing vs. Paving

If your driveway has surface hairline cracks but the underlying foundation is stable, resurfacing is a highly economical choice.

Cost Breakdowns

  • Resurfacing/Overlay: Costs $2.50 to $4.50 per sq ft.
  • Complete Replacement: Costs $6.00 to $12.00+ per sq ft (includes excavation and gravel base compaction).
  • If you have deep alligator cracks or settling, a full repave is required.
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Home Cost Experts is a construction estimator with over 15 years of residential construction planning experience. He oversees our cost verification pipeline.