Driveway Paving Cost in Ottawa (2026)
Average cost in Ottawa
$2,500 — $12,000
$4 — $25 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedAsphalt, concrete, or stone and gravel base
45%
Crew wages for grading and paving
35%
Rollers, excavators, and dump trucks
12%
Removal of old driveway and dumping fees
8%
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.
🏢Top Driveway Contractors in Ottawa
Verified providersPremium Property Services
1421 Prestone Dr, Ottawa, ON K1E 2X3, Canada
138 reviews
CanArk Ottawa Paving & Interlock
1290 9th Line Rd, Edwards, ON K0A 1V0, Canada
252 reviews
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💬What People Actually Paid
Community❓Common Questions
In 2026, asphalt paving in Ottawa typically costs between $4.00 and $8.00 per square foot, depending on the thickness, base preparation, and quality of the asphalt mix.
For a standard 600 to 800 square foot two-car driveway, Ottawa homeowners can expect to pay an average of $4,200 to $4,443 for asphalt. Premium materials like concrete or interlocking stone can push the cost to $10,000 or more.
Yes, interlocking stone is a premium option ranging from $15 to $30 per square foot, compared to asphalt at $4 to $8 per square foot. However, interlock handles Ottawa's freeze-thaw cycles exceptionally well and can last 25-50+ years.
Driveway sealing, which is recommended every 2-3 years to protect against Ottawa's harsh winters, generally costs between $0.15 and $0.35 per square foot, or roughly $200 to $500 for a standard driveway.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 8+ 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: today. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.