Greater London · England
Resin over tarmac and concrete in Carshalton
If you are planning resin over tarmac or concrete in Carshalton, start with a free survey. We measure, check levels and drainage, and set out each part of the price in writing.
- Guide price
- £55–£85 per m²
- Postcodes
- SM5, SM1, SM6
- Survey
- Free, no obligation
What resin over tarmac and concrete involves
A resin overlay is a resin bound surface laid directly on top of an existing tarmac or concrete driveway that is still sound. It is the cheapest way to get a resin drive because there is no dig-out, but it only works when the old surface is level, stable and free of active cracking.
In Carshalton, as anywhere, the base is the part that decides how long a resin surface lasts. The survey settles whether we overlay, repair or rebuild it. Many homes in Carshalton have existing tarmac or block drives that can be assessed for an overlay or a rebuild.
In Carshalton we can price work such as framing a golden blend with charcoal granite setts, building a fully permeable drive on a front garden and overlaying sound tarmac on a two-car drive. More about resin over tarmac and concrete.
Prices for resin over tarmac and concrete in Carshalton
Labour and material costs in London run well above the UK average, and the guide figures below reflect that. They include VAT and are confirmed after a survey.
Typical Carshalton figures for a 41 m² drive: £2,200–£3,450 over sound tarmac or concrete; £3,700–£5,900 with a dig-out and new permeable base. Both include VAT.
| Service | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Resin over tarmac and concrete | £55–£85 per m² |
| Driveway drainage and soakaways | £60–£130 per linear metre |
| New resin driveways (full dig-out) | £90–£145 per m² |
Based on London rates. See the full price guide or price your own project.
Planning in Carshalton
In England, a new or replaced hard surface of more than 5 m² in a front garden is permitted development only if it is porous, or if rainwater drains to a lawn, border or soakaway within the property. An overlay on sealed tarmac or concrete does not drain through the old base, so the drive needs to fall towards a lawn, border or soakaway on your land, or the old base comes out for a permeable build.
Permitted development rights apply to houses, not flats or maisonettes, and some conservation areas have Article 4 directions that remove them. Listed buildings can need consent if railings or historic walls are affected.
General information for England, not legal advice.
Weather and working days
London is one of the drier parts of the UK, but heavy summer downpours on small, mostly paved plots are exactly what front-garden drainage rules were written for. We only lay resin on dry days with ground and air above about 5°C, so Carshalton jobs are booked with the forecast in mind.
How it works
Guide price first, then a free visit, then a line-by-line quote. Nothing is booked until you have the specification in writing.
Resin over tarmac and concrete in Carshalton: questions
What postcodes do you cover around Carshalton?
We cover SM5, SM1 and SM6 and the surrounding districts, including Sutton and Mitcham.
Do I need planning permission in Carshalton?
In England, a new or replaced hard surface of more than 5 m² in a front garden is permitted development only if it is porous, or if rainwater drains to a lawn, border or soakaway within the property. An overlay on sealed tarmac or concrete does not drain through the old base, so the drive needs to fall towards a lawn, border or soakaway on your land, or the old base comes out for a permeable build.
Is the price fixed for Carshalton jobs?
Yes, once the scope and specification are agreed in writing. If hidden ground conditions turn up, we explain and agree any change with you before doing extra work.
Resin over tarmac and concrete near Carshalton
- Sutton 1.9 mi
- Mitcham 2.4 mi
- Morden 2.5 mi
- Croydon 3.1 mi
- South Croydon 3.2 mi
Other services in Carshalton
- Resin bound driveways
- Resin bonded driveways
- New resin driveways (full dig-out)
- Permeable SuDS driveways
- Driveway extensions and widening
- Resin patios
- Resin garden paths
- Resin steps
- Accessible resin ramps
- Excavation and sub-base
- Driveway drainage and soakaways
- Driveway edging and borders
- Dropped kerb applications
- Resin driveway repairs
- Resin driveway cleaning
- Resin driveway restoration
- Commercial resin surfacing
Free survey · itemised quote
Book a free survey in Carshalton
We cover SM5, SM1 and SM6 and nearby. Tell us about your project and we will be in touch to arrange a visit.
- Base, edging and drainage priced line by line
- Real blend samples shown in daylight
- Price fixed in writing once the spec is agreed
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