Tarmac driveway resurfacing in Highland and Moray
From Inverness to the smaller towns in Highland and Moray, our tarmac resurfacing jobs quotes list the depths, edging, drainage and VAT so you can compare like with like.
How much does tarmac resurfacing cost in Highland and Moray?
Rates in Highland and Moray follow Scotland, about 8% above our UK midpoint. Work here is by arrangement because of travel and haulage.
| Item | Guide price (inc VAT) |
|---|---|
| Tarmac resurfacing over a sound existing base | £27–£49 per m² |
| Example: 30 m² drive | £890–£1,600 |
| Example: 50 m² drive | £1,350–£2,450 |
| Example: 80 m² drive | £2,150–£3,900 |
Towns we cover in Highland and Moray
Postcode areas: IV, PH.
What is included?
Tarmac resurfacing, or an overlay, means cleaning and repairing an existing drive, spraying a bond coat and laying a new surface course of about 25–40 mm on top, without digging out the base.
- Cut out and patch failed areas before overlaying
- Plane or cut back at thresholds, kerbs and covers so levels still work
- Weed treatment and a clean surface
- Bond (tack) coat sprayed to glue the new layer to the old
- New surface course, typically 25–40 mm, laid hot and rolled
- Edges sealed and joints to existing surfaces cut neatly
Rules in Highland and Moray
In Scotland, a hard surface between the house and a road is permitted development only if it is porous or drains to a porous area within the property, whatever its size. A vehicle crossing over the footway is a separate approval, from the council as roads authority.
Tarmac driveway resurfacing in Highland and Moray: questions
How much does tarmac resurfacing cost in Highland and Moray?
As a 2026 guide, about £27–£49 per m² inc VAT in Highland and Moray. The survey confirms a fixed price.
Which towns in Highland and Moray do you cover?
Inverness, Elgin, Fort William, Nairn, Forres, by arrangement.
How long does tarmac resurfacing take?
Often 1–2 days for a typical drive.
Is an overlay worth it or should I replace the drive?
If the drive is level and firm but tired-looking, an overlay is usually good value. Sinking, wide cracking, standing water or crumbling edges point to a rebuild.
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Get a written tarmac quote
Send a postcode and a rough size and we'll arrange a survey. Every quote lists the layers, edging, drainage and VAT.
- Surface courseDEPTH + MIX
- Binder courseDEPTH + MIX
- Sub-baseDEPTH + MATERIAL
- Edges, drainage, VATITEMISED