What is the price per square foot to resurface different types of driveways in Ottawa right now?

Resurfacing costs in Ottawa vary significantly depending on the material, the condition of the existing surface, and the scope of preparation work required. Here is a breakdown of current pricing for the most common driveway types.

Asphalt Overlay

A standard asphalt overlay (40 to 50 millimetres of new hot-mix over the existing surface) currently costs $4.50 to $8.00 per square foot in Ottawa. The lower end applies to straightforward jobs where the existing surface is in decent condition and only needs cleaning and a tack coat. The higher end covers situations requiring crack filling, minor levelling, or transitions at the garage and walkway. If milling is needed before the overlay, add another $2.00 to $4.50 per square foot for the milling process.

Concrete Resurfacing

Polymer-modified concrete overlays run $8.00 to $14.00 per square foot for a standard finish. Decorative options such as stamped overlays, exposed aggregate resurfacing, or coloured concrete push the cost to $12.00 to $20.00 per square foot. Concrete resurfacing is more expensive per square foot than asphalt, but it also tends to last longer when done correctly, with many Ottawa installations going 20 to 25 years.

Interlock Paver Re-Levelling

Re-levelling sunken interlock pavers costs $6.00 to $12.00 per square foot depending on the severity of the settlement and how much base material needs to be added. If pavers are damaged and need individual replacement, add the cost of matching pavers, which ranges from $3.00 to $8.00 per square foot for the material alone. Full interlock restoration (re-levelling, replacing broken pavers, new polymeric sand, and resealing) runs $10.00 to $18.00 per square foot.

What Drives Price Variation Across Ottawa

Several factors cause prices to vary between neighbourhoods:

• Access and logistics: Properties in older Ottawa neighbourhoods like the Glebe or Old Ottawa South with narrow driveways or limited equipment access cost more due to the manual labour involved. Suburban driveways in Barrhaven or Orleans with wide-open access are typically at the lower end.
• Soil conditions: Areas built on Leda clay (common in parts of Gloucester and along the Ottawa River corridor) may require additional base work during resurfacing, increasing costs.
• Season timing: Early and late season work (April-May, October-November) can be slightly more expensive due to weather delays and shorter working days, though some contractors offer shoulder-season discounts to keep crews busy.
• Driveway size: Larger driveways benefit from economies of scale. A 600 square foot driveway will have a lower per-square-foot cost than a 250 square foot one because mobilisation and setup costs are spread over more area.

Prices in this range are based on 2025-2026 Ottawa market rates and will fluctuate with oil prices (which affect asphalt costs), labour availability, and demand. Always get at least two to three quotes, and ensure each quote specifies the material thickness, preparation steps included, and any exclusions.

Compare quotes from local resurfacing contractors through Ottawa Driveways to find competitive pricing for your specific driveway type and condition.

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