Driveway Paving Cost in Toronto (2026)
Average cost in Toronto
$2,800 — $32,000
$4 — $35 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedAsphalt, concrete, or pavers
40%
Installation and finishing
35%
Grading and base layer
15%
Removal of old materials
6%
City of Toronto excavation permit
4%
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
$4,624 — $6,936
Based on 11 sources and market data for Toronto. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$8,853
Today
$9,287
Driveway Paving in Toronto is ↑ 4.9% compared to roughly a year ago — about $434 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 Toronto
Verified providersAsphalt Care Canada
19 Western Battery Rd, Toronto, ON M6K 0E5, Canada
115 reviews
Empire Paving Ltd.
50 High Meadow Pl, North York, ON M9L 2Z5, Canada
115 reviews
NOVAPAVE Construction Inc.
3120 Rutherford Rd #275, Vaughan, ON L4K 0B2, Canada
129 reviews
VIP Paving & Interlocking Contractors Toronto
9131 Keele St Unit A4, Vaughan, ON L4K 0G7, Canada
88 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 permit is not required for replacing an existing driveway within the same footprint. However, a permit is mandatory for widening or constructing a new driveway, with an excavation permit fee of $227.26 in 2026.
Asphalt is the most budget-friendly at $4–$13 per sq ft ($3,300–$7,800 for a 2-car drive), while concrete ranges from $10–$25 per sq ft ($6,000–$15,000) due to higher material costs and longer lifespan.
Yes, the City of Toronto offers a Subsurface Drainage Rebate of up to $3,400 for homeowners who install permeable interlocking pavers to help manage stormwater runoff.
For a typical 600 sq ft double-car driveway, expect to pay between $3,300 and $5,700 for asphalt, or $9,600 to $15,000 for standard interlocking pavers.
📊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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