Repair decisions based on the cause and scale
Drainage damage investigated
We check whether water is contributing to cracks, sinking, or washout.
Failed material removed
Damaged sections are prepared before new material is placed and compacted.
Repair extent explained
We compare local work, resurfacing, and replacement without guesswork.
Look beyond the most visible defect
Cracks, potholes, fretting and sunken areas are clear signs that a tarmac drive needs attention. A generally worn surface may also lose material and become uneven even where there is no single dramatic hole. We inspect the scale of the damage and look for likely causes beneath or beside it. Water entering failed edges, poor drainage, and movement in the supporting layers can all affect the correct repair. Filling the obvious gap without considering why it opened may only produce a tidier version of the same problem. Our assessment helps distinguish isolated damage from a broader failure in the surface or base.
Match the repair to the affected area
Minor cracks or local defects may suit targeted work, while failed sections can require cutting out and removing before the base and surface are reinstated. A surface refresh or resurfacing may be considered where the supporting layer remains sound, but the upper finish is broadly worn. We prepare the repair area, place and compact the material, finish the edges and inspect the result. Before-and-after photography from our own work can show both the scale of intervention and the final appearance. We explain where a repair is practical and where wider replacement would avoid spending money on repeated patches.
Frequently asked questions
Can a pothole in a tarmac drive be repaired locally?
Often, yes. We inspect the pothole, its edges, and the base beneath it. A local repair can work where the damage is contained, but widespread base failure or water damage may require a larger section.
When can an old tarmac driveway be resurfaced?
Resurfacing may be suitable when the supporting base remains sound and levels allow another layer. We assess movement, drainage, edges, and surface condition before advising whether resurfacing or full removal is more sensible.
Why has part of my tarmac driveway sunk?
Possible causes include base movement, weak preparation, washout, or drainage problems. We inspect the sunken area and surrounding levels so the repair can address the support beneath it, not only the dip above.