Start fresh, from the ground up.
Replacing a tired driveway is an opportunity to address awkward levels, poor access or drainage, as well as its appearance. The scope should cover the old surface and what sits beneath it.
Prepare a useful driveway replacement enquiry
Ask whether the quote includes saw cutting, demolition, loading, disposal, excavation and reinstatement of garden edges. Explain whether you need pedestrian access to remain available while the driveway is out of use.
What to compare before you choose
Compare replacement with repair only after the cause of the damage has been assessed. Repeated movement or drainage problems may need more than a new surface.
Ask for the total price, exclusions, estimated timing, payment stages and responsibility for any approvals in writing. A final construction quote may require a site visit.
Local planning matters
For projects around Wollongong and Shellharbour, identify which parts of the work sit within your property and whether the public driveway crossing is included. Your local guide links to the relevant council information.
A common question
Does replacement include removing the old concrete?
Not automatically. Ask for demolition and disposal to be shown explicitly, including any allowances for unexpectedly thick concrete or difficult access.