Tar & Chip Driveways in Cambridge & Surrounding Areas

Cambside Surfacing | Tar & Chip

If your driveway is showing signs of wear and tear, you may be considering replacing it. Many homeowners choose between tar and asphalt, but some are interested in tar-and-chip driveways. These driveways can be cheap to install, making them an attractive option for budget-conscious homeowners.

However, while tar-and-chip paving works great in some contexts, it doesn’t usually make sense for home driveways. Tar-and-chip driveways have several disadvantages that you should be aware of, so you may be better off with a different material.

Tar & Chip Driveway

A tar-and-chip driveway is inexpensive to install and costs next-to-nothing to maintain. Tar-and-chip doesn’t always last as long as some other surfaces. But even so, over a lifespan of approximately ten years, it’s an economical choice.

Tar-and-chip paving can work great for roads that see a lot of use. The weight of the vehicles on the pavement pushes the stones in the material down, forming a smoother surface. However, since your driveway probably doesn’t see heavy use, the stones in the tar can become loose and even pop free.

Block paved driveways don’t require a lot of maintenance because of the strong materials they are made from, this also makes them durable enough to withstand all kinds of weather.

Due to its durability, block paving is a long-lived material. Block paving is durable enough to withstand the pressure of an airplane, which is why it’s a common material at airports. You can drive your car over it many times and it won’t suffer from any wear and tear. Also, block paving is highly resistant to most chemicals, oils, salts and frosts.

Coming in a range of styles and colours block paving can be customised to your own specification. Different designs and shapes can be formed to suit your style.

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