Driveway Paving Cost in Ottawa (2026)
Average cost in Ottawa
$4,800 — $25,000
$6 — $25 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedAsphalt, aggregate, and binder
45%
Installation and finishing crew
35%
Excavation, grading, and base work
15%
City fees and old material removal
5%
HST at 13%
📋What's Included
ScopeTypically 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
InteractiveEstimated Cost
$4,240 — $6,360
Based on 8 sources and market data for Ottawa. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$6,118
Today
$6,302
Driveway Paving in Ottawa is ↑ 3.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about $184 more on the average project.
Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.
🏢Top Driveway Contractors in Ottawa
Verified providersPremium Property Services
1421 Prestone Dr, Ottawa, ON K1E 2X3, Canada
143 reviews
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💬What People Actually Paid
Community❓Common Questions
For a standard 600 sq ft double-car driveway, Ottawa homeowners typically pay between $4,800 and $8,500 for asphalt, with an average project cost of approximately $6,500 including removal of old material.
Yes, if you are widening your driveway or altering the entrance, a permit is required. Fees typically range from $100 to $300. Additionally, zoning bylaws limit driveway width to 50% of your front yard width.
Interlocking stone is significantly more expensive, ranging from $18 to $25+ per sq ft, compared to $5.50 to $14.00 per sq ft for asphalt. A premium interlock driveway for a 2-car space can exceed $20,000.
To withstand Ottawa's freeze-thaw cycles, asphalt should be sealed every 2-3 years. Professional sealing services typically cost between $200 and $500 per application for a standard residential driveway.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases
Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides
Government construction and labor statistics
Community-reported project costs and reviews
Last data collection: 4 days ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.
About this data
Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.
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