Quick Answer

Driveway Paving Cost in Hamilton (2026)

Average cost in Hamilton

$3,680avg

$2,500 — $8,500

$4 — $8 per sq ft

+5.2% YoY
7 sources
Updated today
Ontario

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Materials

Asphalt, gravel base, and supplies

$1,125 — $3,825

45%

Labor & Equipment

Crew wages and machinery operation

$875 — $2,975

35%

Site Prep & Excavation

Old driveway removal and grading

$375 — $1,275

15%

Permits & Extras

Curb cuts, drainage, or sealing

$125 — $425

5%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $478 tax$4,158

HST at 13%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Old surface removal
  • Gravel base preparation
  • Asphalt or concrete paving
  • Grading & compaction
  • Labor

Typically Excludes

  • Heated driveway systems
  • Decorative stamping or staining
  • Retaining walls
  • Drainage systems
  • Sealing (first year)

Based on a standard 2-car driveway (400-600 sq ft) with asphalt.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

$5,396

$4,317 — $6,475

Based on 7 sources and market data for Hamilton. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

🏢Top Driveway Contractors in Hamilton

Verified providers
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Hamilton Driveway Sealing

595 Rymal Rd E #17, Hamilton, ON L8W 3V6, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

137 reviews

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Shawn The Driveway Guy

307 E 34th St, Hamilton, ON L8V 3X2, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

139 reviews

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DB Driveways and Lawns

19 Supreme Dr, Hamilton, ON L8W 3V1, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

180 reviews

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Pro Pavement Services Ltd.

27 Legend Ct #10171, Hamilton, ON L9K 1J3, Canada

4.7
★★★★½

101 reviews

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Pro Concrete and Paving Ltd

786 Burlington St E, Hamilton, ON L8L 4K3, Canada

4.6
★★★★½

191 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

A standard 2-car driveway (approx. 600 sq ft) in Hamilton typically costs between $2,500 and $4,800 for asphalt, averaging around $3,680 depending on base preparation and material thickness.

Asphalt paving generally ranges from $4 to $8 per square foot in Hamilton. Concrete is more expensive, typically costing $7 to $12 per square foot, while interlocking pavers can range from $15 to $25 per square foot.

Generally, a permit is not required for standard driveway repaving. However, if you plan to widen your driveway, alter the drainage, or cut the city curb, you will need to apply for a permit through the City of Hamilton.

Sealing an asphalt driveway in Ontario typically costs between $0.15 and $0.35 per square foot. For an average 600 sq ft driveway, expect to pay between $90 and $210.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 7+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: today. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.