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How long does tarmac usually last on a driveway?
We’re thinking about replacing our old drive with tarmac and I’m trying to work out whether it’s something that lasts decades or needs redoing sooner than you’d expect.
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"Hi Abdul, I say roughly 10-15 years."
Answered on 18th Feb 2026 - Member since Nov 2025 -
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"If done correctly 15-20 years, the correct depth of MOT, sub base tarmac and topping tarmac play a massive role on how long your driveway will last for.
250mm-300mm MOT
80mm sub base tarmac
30mm topping tarmac"
250mm-300mm MOT
80mm sub base tarmac
30mm topping tarmac"
Answered on 18th Feb 2026 - Member since Dec 2024 -
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"With the right subbase and the right edge to 15 / 20year"
Answered on 18th Feb 2026 - Member since Sep 2018 -
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