Hampshire · England
Resin over tarmac and concrete in Portsmouth
We survey and quote resin over tarmac and concrete in Portsmouth and nearby. Every quote names the resin, the depth and the base work, so nothing is left vague.
- Guide price
- £50–£80 per m²
- Postcodes
- PO1, PO5, PO2
- 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.
Before quoting in Portsmouth we look at three things: the base, the falls, and where water goes. Those decide the specification, and the specification decides the price. Housing in Portsmouth ranges from Victorian terraces to post-war semis and newer estates, and drive sizes vary just as much.
Typical projects we can quote for in Portsmouth include turning a cracked concrete drive into a seamless resin bound surface, swapping loose gravel for a resin surface that stays put and framing a golden blend with charcoal granite setts. More about resin over tarmac and concrete.
Prices for resin over tarmac and concrete in Portsmouth
Prices in the South East are above the UK average. These are guide ranges including VAT; your quote follows a free survey.
For a 59 m² drive in Portsmouth: about £2,950–£4,650 as an overlay on a sound base, or roughly £4,950–£7,950 if the old surface has to come out for a dig-out and new permeable base.
| Service | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Resin over tarmac and concrete | £50–£80 per m² |
| Resin bonded driveways | £40–£110 per m² |
| Resin patios | £50–£135 per m² |
Based on South East rates. See the full price guide or price your own project.
Planning in Portsmouth
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
The South East is relatively dry, with long laying seasons, but clay soils are common across much of the region and can drain slowly. Spring to autumn offers the most laying days in Hampshire, but dry, mild winter days can work too.
How it works
You start with a guide price, we visit to measure and check the site, you get a written quote, and we book the work for suitable weather.
Resin over tarmac and concrete in Portsmouth: questions
Is the price fixed for Portsmouth 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.
What postcodes do you cover around Portsmouth?
We cover PO1, PO5 and PO2 and the surrounding districts, including Southsea and Gosport.
Can you match a resin colour I have seen in Portsmouth?
Often, yes. Tell us where you saw it or show us a photo, and we will bring the closest blends to the survey to compare in daylight.
Resin over tarmac and concrete near Portsmouth
- Southsea 1.1 mi
- Gosport 1.7 mi
- Fareham 5.3 mi
- Havant 6.1 mi
- Waterlooville 6.2 mi
Other services in Portsmouth
- 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 Portsmouth
We cover PO1, PO5 and PO2 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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