Tarmac Price Guide

Block paving driveway installations from Driveways 4 You typically cost between €65 and €120 per square metre in Dublin in 2026. This guide price includes excavation, removal of excavated materials, standard sub-base construction, paving blocks and installation labour. Below, we explain example budgets, paving choices and the factors that affect your quotation.

Can an old tarmac driveway take a new surface, or does it need to be dug out and replaced? The answer depends on what has failed, how well the driveway drains and whether a new layer will fit the levels at your house, garage and pavement.

Tarmac driveway installation in Dublin typically costs €50–€95 per square metre in 2026 with Driveways 4 You, including excavation and standard sub-base preparation. This guide explains example budgets, what affects your quotation and the details to check before choosing an installer.