Yards and forecourts in Highland and Moray
We survey and price yard surfacing jobs across Highland and Moray, from Inverness to Elgin and Fort William, with every layer written into the quote.

How much does yard tarmac surfacing 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 (ex VAT) |
|---|---|
| New car park or yard: dig-out, 200–300 mm sub-base, binder and surface course | £54–£92 per m² (£65–£110 inc VAT) |
| Example: 150 m² yard | £8,900–£15,100 (£10,700–£18,100 inc VAT) |
| Example: 400 m² yard | £21,550–£36,650 (£25,850–£44,000 inc VAT) |
| Example: 800 m² yard | £39,650–£67,450 (£47,600–£80,950 inc VAT) |
Towns we cover in Highland and Moray
Postcode areas: IV, PH.
What is included?
Yard and forecourt surfacing is dense asphalt laid over a deeper sub-base outside business premises, designed for vans, forklifts and deliveries, with channels and gullies to take away the water from a large sealed area.
- Survey of loads, turning areas and existing drainage
- Excavation and sub-base to suit vehicles
- Dense binder and surface course
- Channels and gullies, with interceptors where fuel is stored
- Thicker sections at gates, ramps and loading doors
- Lining for walkways and parking
Rules in Highland and Moray
Householder permitted development covers houses only. Car parks, yards, flats and business premises follow normal planning rules: resurfacing an existing area on the same footprint is generally fine, while a new car park, a change of use or new drainage may need permission. Check with the planning authority before any new hard area.
Yards and forecourts in Highland and Moray: questions
How much does yard tarmac surfacing cost in Highland and Moray?
As a 2026 guide, about £54–£92 per m² ex 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 yard tarmac surfacing take?
Often 1–2 weeks, phased around opening hours.
Can you work while we stay open?
Usually by phasing the yard and working at agreed times.
Other services in Highland and Moray
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