Guide To Paving Contractor Costs & Estimates in Canada

Whether you are looking for paving bricks or paving garden equipment, chances are that you will need to hire an experienced paving contractor to execute the project seamlessly. Paving driveway projects and paving the way for your garden can require expertise and experience, to result in an aesthetic outcome. So it’s best to hire a professional who knows how to handle paving slabs and paving machines.

When you look for paving contractors on HomeStars, you can also submit a custom quote request for your project. To help you compare these quotes, we have put together reviews from 1,344 verified homeowners across Canadian cities.

Paving Contractor Project Costs across Canada

Task	Average Cost\ ¹	Lowest Reported\ ¹	Highest Reported\ ¹
Barrie	$6,658	$190	$50,000
Calgary	$5,200	$2,400	$7,000
Edmonton	$5,389	$800	$16,000
Hamilton	$3,680	$175	$33,000
Oshawa	$3,344	$400	$40,000
Ottawa	$4,443	$100	$38,420
Toronto	$4,118	$100	$50,000
Vancouver	$3,111	$500	$8,000

\¹ Costs based on 1,344 verified homeowner reviews as of March 2022

Asphalt Paving

• While asphalt pavements cannot be customized, they are cheaper than concrete, making them a popular choice among homeowners.
• Asphalt paving is also easy to install and maintain, and can last a long time with regular maintenance and repairs.

Concrete Paving and Driveway

• Concrete driveways and floors are very popular among homeowners and hiring a contractor can help you achieve firm paving on your desired project.
• Concrete can also be customized with stamps and stains and last over decades, which makes it a top choice for homeowners.

Asphalt and Concrete Repairs

• Asphalt pavement repairs and concrete repairs are also things that your hired paving contractor can help you get done.
• Although pavements and driveways can last really long, they are exposed to extreme temperatures and constant usage which may lead to cracks. When repaired instantly, it can elongate the life of your driveway or paving edge restraints.

Gravel or Loose Fill Paving

• Another increasingly popular project for paving contractors is gravel or loose-fill paving. Whether you are using irregular paving stones or 2×2 paving stones, this paving method can lend a rustic yet aesthetic look to your pathway or garden.
• The cost of hiring paving contractors for any of these projects can be found by referring to the table above.

After you receive the custom quote, you can take some time to go through the contractors’ profiles. Use the trust metrics Star Score and Verification Badge developed by HomeStars to know more about the pro’s responsiveness and customer service. You can also check out their recent customer reviews to make sure that you are hiring the right person for the job.