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Tarmac Driveways Dublin — Professional Installation & Free Quotes

Get a clean, durable tarmac driveway installed in 1–2 days. Solid sub-base, proper drainage, and a 5-year structural guarantee. Covering all Dublin areas.

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Dublin's Tarmac Specialists

Why Choose a Tarmac Driveway in Dublin?

Tarmac (tarmacadam) is Ireland's most popular driveway surface — and for good reason. It handles our wet climate exceptionally well, drains surface water effectively, and provides a clean, professional finish that immediately boosts your home's kerb appeal.

At Power Paving and Landscaping, we've been installing tarmac driveways across Dublin for over 25 years. We don't just lay tarmac — we engineer the sub-base properly so your driveway stays level, drains correctly, and lasts for decades. A cheap tarmac job with no sub-base will sink and crack within 3–5 years. Ours won't.

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Our Tarmac Driveway Services in Dublin

From brand new installations to resurfacing and repairs — we handle everything.

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New Tarmac Driveway Installation

Full excavation, sub-base preparation, edging, and premium tarmac laying. Built to last 20+ years with proper drainage included.

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Tarmac Resurfacing & Overlay

If your existing base is sound, we can resurface over it — a cost-effective way to refresh a worn driveway without full excavation.

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Tarmac Repairs & Patching

Cracks, potholes, sunken areas — we diagnose and repair tarmac problems before they worsen. Quick turnaround, lasting results.

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Drainage & Edge Restraints

We install concrete kerbing, channel drains, and slot drainage systems to manage Irish rainfall and keep your driveway watertight.

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Tar & Chip Driveways

A textured, decorative alternative to smooth tarmac. Tar and chip gives a natural look, excellent grip, and is very popular in rural Dublin areas.

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Tarmac Cleaning & Sealcoating

Powerwash, weed removal, and sealcoat to restore and protect existing tarmac driveways. Adds years to your driveway's life at a fraction of replacement cost.

How We Install Your Tarmac Driveway — Step by Step

Our 5-step process ensures your driveway is built on a solid foundation that won't sink, crack, or flood.

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Free Site Survey

We visit, measure, assess drainage, and give you a written fixed-price quote — no pressure, no obligation.

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Excavation & Removal

We excavate to minimum 200mm depth, removing all existing surface, subsoil, and waste from your property cleanly.

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Sub-base Compaction

We lay and compact MOT Type 1 crushed limestone aggregate (100–150mm) to create a rock-solid, load-bearing base.

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Tarmac Laying & Rolling

Premium binder course and wearing course tarmac laid and compacted with a vibrating roller for a perfect, flat finish.

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Edging, Drain & Cleanup

Concrete kerbing installed, drainage channels connected, and the site left spotless. You can walk on it within hours.

Tarmac Driveway Cost in Dublin — 2025/2026 Price Guide

Typical price ranges — every job is different. Call us for an accurate free quote.

Small Driveway
Up to 25m²
€1,500 – €3,000

Single-car driveway. Includes full excavation, sub-base, and tarmac laying.

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Medium Driveway
25m² – 50m²
€3,000 – €6,000

Double-car driveway with drainage channel and kerbing included.

Large Driveway
50m²+
€6,000 +

Large or complex driveways with full groundwork engineering and drainage.

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What affects price: Size, excavation depth required, existing surface condition, access for machinery, drainage complexity, and kerb edging. All prices include VAT and full cleanup. Call 085 199 0220 for a free written quote.

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Why Power Paving

The Safest Tarmac Investment in Dublin

Too many Dublin homeowners have been burned by cheap contractors who lay tarmac with no base preparation — it sinks and cracks within 3 years. Our approach is different:

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€6.5M Public Liability Insurance

Fully registered and insured. You are protected throughout every stage of the job.

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5-Year Structural Guarantee

If your tarmac sinks or cracks within 5 years due to our workmanship, we fix it at zero cost to you.

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On Time, Site Left Spotless

We arrive when we say, complete on schedule, and leave your property cleaner than we found it.

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25+ Years Dublin Experience

We know Dublin clay soils, drainage patterns, and local requirements inside out. No surprises on the job.

Tarmac Driveways Dublin — Frequently Asked Questions

A standard tarmac driveway costs €1,500–€3,000 for small driveways (up to 25m²), €3,000–€6,000 for medium (25–50m²), and €6,000+ for large driveways. Price depends on size, excavation, drainage, and access. We provide free written quotes. Call 085 199 0220.
Foot traffic is safe after 2–4 hours in normal conditions. We recommend waiting 24–48 hours before driving on it, and 48–72 hours in cold Irish weather. Avoid parking heavy vehicles on it for the first week.
With proper base preparation and drainage, a tarmac driveway lasts 15–25 years in Irish conditions. The quality of sub-base is more important than the tarmac itself. Cheap jobs fail within 3–5 years. We back our work with a 5-year structural guarantee.
Sometimes yes — if the existing concrete is structurally sound and level. If there are cracks, subsidence, or drainage problems, full removal gives a better long-term result. We'll assess this honestly at your free site visit and advise the best option for your budget.
Yes — we cover all of North Dublin including Swords, Malahide, Donabate, Portmarnock, Clontarf, Santry, Glasnevin, Drumcondra, and Finglas. We also serve South Dublin, West Dublin, and all city postcodes. Call 085 199 0220 to confirm your area.
Tarmac Driveways Across Dublin

Areas We Cover for Tarmac Driveways

We install tarmac driveways across all Dublin postcodes and surrounding areas.

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North Dublin & Fingal

Swords, Malahide, Donabate, Portmarnock, Santry, Glasnevin, Drumcondra, Clontarf, Raheny, Finglas, Blanchardstown.

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South Dublin & DLR

Dún Laoghaire, Blackrock, Dalkey, Stillorgan, Dundrum, Sandyford, Rathfarnham, Terenure, Rathmines, Ranelagh, Dublin 4.

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West & Southwest Dublin

Tallaght, Clondalkin, Lucan, Castleknock, Palmerstown, Templeogue, Saggart, Newcastle, Rathcoole.

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