Is asphalt a suitable option?

I’ve read that asphalt driveways are one of the more affordable options for having a drive installed. Do you know whether it is actually a decent option or is it cheaper for a reason?

Asked by Claire Kate on 12th May 2022
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"Tarmac will be a cheaper option but not your cheapest cheapest option is gravel dearest option would be block paving or pattern concrete and Tarmac and resin somewhere in the middle"
Answered on 12th May 2022 - Member since Feb 2018 - report
"A tarmac driveway is affordable driveway and really strong just depends what you like"
Answered on 12th May 2022 - Member since Feb 2021 - report
"Hi asphalt is use because it’s cheaper than bricks pavers and is much quicker thanks"
Answered on 12th May 2022 - Member since Dec 2019 - report
"Concrete is the best and popular these days slightly cheaper than Asphalt."
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"It is cheaper because our don’t need a lot of work and you can do it faster and it is a bit weaker then block paving or slabs"
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