If you are considering installing a new driveway in your home because
the existing one is worn, or perhaps you don’t even have one at present, then
there are many different options open to you regarding the materials used, the
lifespan, and the visual appeal. Of course, you also need to take into
consideration your budget, as costs of different materials and installation can
vary hugely.
One very cost-effective solution is tarmac driveways
in Kent. And before you cringe in horror at having a driveway that
looks just like the road outside, today there are options with different
colours. In other words, it doesn’t have to be black. Not only that, but some
people like black!
Tarmac has a big benefit in that it is slip-resistant and
heat-resistant. It also costs a lot less than many paving or stone options.
Another very big plus is that tarmac requires virtually no maintenance. If you
have something such as a gravel driveway you can easily have weeds growing in
it before you can turn around. All you need to do with a tarmac driveway is
brush it down very occasionally, and maybe hose it if dirt or grime has built
up on it. Other than that, there is nothing to do.
Very Durable
Tarmac is also incredibly durable and can handle constant traffic which many homes have now, when all family members have their own car. In fact, a well-laid tarmac driveway can happily last for 20 years or more.
You can also park heavier vehicles on a tarmac driveway with no issues. So, if you have a business that uses a large van or a pick-up truck or similar there won’t be any problems parking on it. Tarmac driveways are also resistant to heat, so there won’t be any trouble even on the hottest of summer days in July and August. Equally, it’s not bothered by frost, snow, or ice either.
Of course, there are many other options when you are choosing a new driveway, but many of them don’t have all the benefits that you will get with tarmac. Overall, when you take into consideration the initial cost and the lifespan, tarmac can prove to be a very good deal indeed.
If you would like some more information about tarmac driveways in Kent, then give us a call on 01795-423264 or 07971-276696 and we will be happy to send one of our friendly team to discuss your options – without obligation. You can also email us on info@basedriveways.co.uk.
